CORDUROY SOUVENIR JACKET

After World War II, the U.S. military was stationed at the most famous Yokosuka base in Japan. At first, U.S. soldiers liked to tattoo some Japanese maps or patterns and other auspicious symbols on invisible places on their military uniforms or on their own clothing as souvenirs. This led to the use of Yokosuka's famous local tattoos. The embroidered satin fabric is used to make the appearance of the baseball jacket often worn by American soldiers. Because it is very popular, it is used as a souvenir and souvenir for many soldiers returning to the United States. This is the origin of the name Souvenir Jacket (souvenir jacket), which is called in Japaneseスカジャン. Because satin fabrics are not easy to preserve, and the hand-embroidered patterns at that time were not as fine as modern electric embroidery, I wanted to find authentic vintage Yokosuka jackets with beautiful patterns, animal expressions, and first-class condition at that time. They are not cheap now, and the patterns are rare. Even more expensive.

At that time, it also influenced the introduction of other US military bases around the world. Therefore, there were materials other than satin or embroidery styles of different place names and representative objects, but the number was very small. Yokosuka jackets are still being made in modern times, but many stores or consumers often regard them as The products made by later generations are confused with the vintage ones after the war. Especially in recent years, there has been a trend again. Many fashion brands have also added embroidery elements to key items in autumn and winter, which is even more dazzling!

Let me introduce BAD QUENTIN’s work this season. It is a high-quality velvet jacket with embroidery. It is also a fabric commonly used in vintage Alaskan styles. The style is not the more common dragons, tigers, eagles and maps, nor is it a common replica of Alaskan elements. Instead of polar bears, he chose the rare elk and abundant salmon. Since Alaska is the 49th state to join the United States, the number 49 is embedded in the star embroidery on the left and right collar panels, plus the frost-covered trees and the state of Alaska on the chest. Flags, etc., the patterns are more diversified than the old ones but still retain the old flavor. They are quite eye-catching at first glance, and even more fascinating upon closer inspection!

The large number of stitches makes the embroidery pattern full of three-dimensionality. It is made of high-quality corduroy fabric and lining, which has both touch and comfort. It can be said that it is a work that combines modern technology with the details of old products. It is no wonder that it is very popular after being released in Japan. Hot selling, this is the unique charm that BAD QUENTIN has always wanted to show. Welcome to the store to appreciate it!