{"title":"Featured on @MisterFreedomStore","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"continental-sportcoat-slate","title":"Continental Sportcoat - Slate Grey - Last One - 36","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis classic and versatile unstructured blazer pattern is a part of our “Continental” series, an unpretentious all-made-in-USA casual suiting concept. The pattern is derived from a French 1950’s cotton khaki twill work coat, pulled out of an old trunk belonging to a French postal worker. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e15% OFF PROMO\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen purchasing two or more full-price items from our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/continental-suiting\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/continental-suiting\" target=\"_blank\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContinental Suiting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e collection you \u003c\/span\u003ewill receive a 15% discount automatically at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePATTERN:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn original mfsc pattern, inspired by cotton work coats and other unstructured blazers, notably a 1950’s French postal uniform jacket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Old Stock, 60% cotton – 40% linen, 8 Oz. denim twill, also with a probable Italian origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLining: New Old Stock, 100% cotton, natural white with woven blue stripe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Unstructured silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Lightweight and soft.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* High button front.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Corrozo wood butons.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Half shoulder floating lining.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Side hip pockets with flaps.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Pocket openings reinforced on the inside.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* 100% cotton stitching, clean caballo flat-felled seam construction, green color “Sportsman” signature chainstitch on the inside. No open edges or overlock.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Made in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Mister Freedom® Continental Sportcoat c\u003c\/span\u003eomes raw\/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Continental Sportcoat is quite broad-shouldered and is not designed to fit like a bespoke Savile Row coat, but rather like a casual ‘unstructured blazer’. I am wearing a Size 38 in both charcoal and slate grey Continental Sportcoat. This is my usual size in mfsc jackets, although I have done a full rinse cycle with the Sportcoat, and used a heat dryer for about five minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabric will develop attractive patina overtime, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: \u003c\/strong\u003eIt is the nature of cotton-Linen blend textiles to wrinkle and stretch back and forth with each laundry\/wear cycle. For example, freshly laundered linen garments fit tighter in the morning than at the end of the day. If you prefer a clean, pressed look following the initial soaking process, the jacket can be steamed or professionally pressed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis classic and versatile unstructured blazer pattern is a part of our \u003cspan\u003e“Continental” series, an unpretentious all-made-in-USA casual suiting concept. \u003c\/span\u003eThe pattern is derived from a French 1950’s cotton khaki twill work coat, pulled out of an old trunk belonging to a French postal worker. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe adapted the vintage design to make it a bit more glamorous, but not going full Thomas Crown either. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe aimed for ‘sporty playboy’ over 9-to-5 clerk. Yet, we wanted a casual sportswear feel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fit is quite relaxed, with darts to cinch the waist and a kind of drop-shoulder pattern for top volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis MF® garment is designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®, in collaboration with Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"36-Small","offer_id":19038002479217,"sku":"MFSC 1334\/36","price":329.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/products\/ContinentalSportcoatSlate-1aSPF.jpg?v=1624486440"},{"product_id":"veste-menilmontant","title":"Veste Menilmontant - Warehouse - Last One - Size 36","description":"\u003cp\u003e*This item is eligible for exchange or store credit only, no refunds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e * Inspired by 1920’s-1930’s haberdashery and French vintage Gentlemen’s suiting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Fabric: Herringbone weave blend of cotton\/wool, a covert cloth mixing indigo blue, black and slate grey yarns. Milled in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Body Lining: 100% cotton indigo woven stripe ticking.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Arm Lining: 100% indigo Sugar Cane Co Wabash twill.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Period silhouette with elegant lines, cinched \u003ci\u003enatural\u003c\/i\u003e waist and broad chest and shoulders.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* 1930’s type belted-back.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Single-breasted featuring curvy wide peak lapels.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Four patch pockets with buttoned flaps.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Corozzo wood buttons, amber color.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e* Fully lined (combination of indigo stripe ticking and indigo Wabash twill). \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Two inside concealed chest pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* MF® mfsc “GYPSY BLUES” woven rayon label.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Made in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® M\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003enilmontant comes raw\/unwashed. \u003cspan\u003eIf so inclined, get some light puckering and fabric roping with \u003c\/span\u003ethe usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003eI wear a fitted size 38 (Medium), my usual size in mfsc jackets and coats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cb\u003eCARE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Veste Ménilmontant (\u003cem\u003eveste\u003c\/em\u003e is jacket in French, and \u003cem\u003eMénilmontant\u003c\/em\u003e is a popular neighborhood of Paris) was inspired by a vintage suit jacket, an old beat-up 1920’s-30’s French coat. That original inspirational piece was absolutely striking, with amazing character, classy curves, elegant lines, and worn-out hobo style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fabric we chose for our interpretation is a fancy herringbone weave cotton\/wool blend, a covert cloth mixing indigo blue, black and slate grey yarns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyle-wise, if a bit concerned about looking like a 1930’s suave crooner, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epairing the \u003c\/span\u003eVeste Ménilmontant\u003cspan\u003e with familiar denim favorites should easily dismiss the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eJean Sablon\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vibe. For Heritage Fashion and workwear aficionados, the jacket can also be toned down with a “Dirty Thirties”treatment, i.e. complimented with Great Depression era-inspired outfits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MF® garment is designed in California by Mister Freedom® and manufactured in Japan by Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-veste-menilmontant-indigo-covert-herringbone-twill-gypsy-blues-mfsc-fall-2017\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/MF_BLOG_BANNER_480x480.jpg?v=1582062652\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"36 - Small","offer_id":19207458652273,"sku":"MFSC 1347\/36","price":384.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/products\/Menilmontant-Indigo-HBT_Front.jpg?v=1560809633"},{"product_id":"mckarsten-pants","title":"McKarsten Tousers - Indigo Métis","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave 15% when purchasing two or more items from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/mckarsten\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcKarsten Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Use code: \u003cstrong\u003eMcKarsten15\u003c\/strong\u003e at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n* \u003cspan\u003eAn original mfsc pattern, inspired by 1920’s-1940’s work dungarees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* An elegant 7 Oz. plain weave dark indigo \u003ci\u003emétis\u003c\/i\u003e, blend of 75% linen and 25% cotton, indigo warp and black weft yarns, solid white selvedge ID, milled in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Vintage 1930’s silhouette, full leg\/trim high waisted top block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e*  Early tailoring split waistband, open back gusset.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Cinch back, no back yoke pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* MF® mfsc branded tack brass buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Fancy full top front pocket design and stitching (with selvedge facing for the indigo métis fabric option)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Utilitarian “carpenter” style rear patch pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Brass donut fly buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Thin \u0026amp; wide belt loops (accommodates 2’’ wide belts)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Coin\/watch pocket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* Pocket bags cut from mfsc “NOS” double-sided calico print twills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Felled seam leg chainstitch construction.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e* Tonal stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e* Single needle bottom hem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e* Made in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® \"McKarsten\" trousers comes raw\/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e I could fit a snug Waist 30 but opted for a very comfortable Waist 32, and cinched the waist with the back strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eOur target image was a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003evintage 1930’s silhouette, full leg\/trim high waisted top block. These trousers feature a wide leg and high rise, an acquired taste by today’s menswear fashion standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDue to the split-waistband pattern, the waist is quite generous and the open gusset allows about one inch play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabric will develop attractive patina overtime, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \"McKarsten\" trousers, another Mister Freedom original \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“might-have-been” pattern inspired by a pair of 1930's “Lakin \u0026amp; McKey” work dungarees. \u003c\/span\u003eWe thoroughly tweaked the pattern and turned them into a contemporary wearable, yet keeping the early workwear full leg-high rise style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur interpretation is otherwise fairly literal to the original’s period details: utilitarian dungaree pattern without back yoke, early tailoring split waistband open back gusset, buckle-back, branded tack brass buttons, full top front pockets with fancy stitching, utilitarian “carpenter” style rear patch pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MF® garment is designed in California by Mister Freedom® and manufactured in Japan by Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-mckarsten-trousers-indigo-metis-hbt-denim-ss2019-mfsc-surplus-catalog-made-in-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/MF_BLOG_BANNER_480x480.jpg?v=1582062652\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"30 - Last One","offer_id":21654146941041,"sku":"MFSC 484\/30","price":414.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32","offer_id":21654146973809,"sku":"MFSC 484\/32","price":414.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34","offer_id":21654147006577,"sku":"MFSC 484\/34","price":414.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36","offer_id":21654147039345,"sku":"MFSC 484\/36","price":414.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/products\/McKarsten_Trousers_Indigo_Linen_Front.jpg?v=1560366155"},{"product_id":"mckarsten-jacket-c-l-indigo","title":"McKarsten Jacket - Indigo Métis","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave 15% when purchasing two or more items from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/mckarsten\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcKarsten Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Use code: \u003cstrong\u003eMcKarsten15\u003c\/strong\u003e at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e* An original MF® pattern inspired by vintage early denim work chore coats (aka engineer jackets), early\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e work uniform cotton jackets, and Old World tailoring.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e* \u003cspan\u003eAn elegant 7 Oz. plain weave dark indigo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003emétis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, blend of 75% linen and 25% cotton, indigo warp and black weft yarns, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003esolid white selvedge ID, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emilled in Japan. (Option featuring tonal stitching.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Stand-collar (“cadet collar”) type, foldable into traditional coat lapels, for a high-button jacket look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Removable “ring” (shank) buttons, secured by a metal ring through an eyelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Original MF®-branded brass buttons, 1920’s style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Concealed indigo poplin facing for patch pockets, and for button eyelets panel placket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Four front patch pockets, featuring a traditional railroad jacket “pocket watch” compartment and pen slot combo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Uniform-style form-fitting rear panel pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Early tailoring style off-set shoulder yoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Tonal stitching for the indigo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003emétis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Original mfsc SURPLUS woven label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Made in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® \"McKarsten\" jacket comes raw\/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size albeit on the more generous side. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI personally opted for a \u003c\/span\u003eSize 38 in the HBT denim version, my usual size in mfsc jackets. The fit is quite comfortable, giving room for further potential shrinkage, when the garment will have to be fully laundered, and to minimal layering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen considering the length of the McKarsten, please note that the front panels are cut longer than the back panel, a characteristic of this early workwear jacket pattern. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabric will develop attractive patina overtime, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend removing the front brass buttons before cleaning, to avoid potential snagging.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"McKarsten\" jacket, another Mister Freedom original \u003cspan\u003e“might-have-been” pattern that morphs several period garments into one wearable and contemporary piece with a vintage turn-of-the-century Old World vibe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis garment mixes utilitarian early workwear and old-fashion uniform tailoring. The removable “ring” buttons (or shank buttons) are characteristic of 1920’s-30’s uniforms, but also denim railroad jacket styles, much sought-after by vintage hunters today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stand-collar or “cadet collar” pattern allows buttoning the McKarsten all the way up, for the “James Bond villain” meets \u003c\/span\u003eJawaharlal Nehru\u003cspan\u003e look. 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Use code: \u003cstrong\u003eMcKarsten15\u003c\/strong\u003e at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e* An original MF® pattern inspired by vintage early denim work chore coats (aka engineer jackets), early\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e work uniform cotton jackets, and Old World tailoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* Fabric: \u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eA sturdy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10 Oz. HBT dark indigo denim, 100% cotton, milled in Japan. (Option featuring contrast stitching.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Stand-collar (“cadet collar”) type, foldable into traditional coat lapels, for a high-button jacket look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Removable “ring” (shank) buttons, secured by a metal ring through an eyelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Original MF®-branded brass buttons, 1920’s style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Concealed indigo poplin facing for patch pockets, and for button eyelets panel placket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Four front patch pockets, featuring a traditional railroad jacket “pocket watch” compartment and pen slot combo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Uniform-style form-fitting rear panel pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Early tailoring style off-set shoulder yoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Contrast stitching for the HBT denim option, tonal stitching for the indigo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003emétis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Original mfsc SURPLUS woven label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Made in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® \"McKarsten\" jacket comes raw\/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size albeit on the more generous side. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003eI personally opted for a\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eSize 38\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003ein the HBT denim version, my usual size in mfsc jackets. The fit is quite comfortable, giving room for further potential shrinkage, when the garment will have to be fully laundered, and to minimal layering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen considering the length of the McKarsten, please note that the front panels are cut longer than the back panel, a characteristic of this early workwear jacket pattern. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. Line dry only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabric will develop attractive patina overtime, according to the owner’s activities, frequency of wear and laundering choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend removing the front brass buttons before cleaning, to avoid potential snagging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"McKarsten\" jacket, another Mister Freedom original \u003cspan\u003e“might-have-been” pattern that morphs several period garments into one wearable and contemporary piece with a vintage turn-of-the-century Old World vibe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis garment mixes utilitarian early workwear and old-fashion uniform tailoring. The removable “ring” buttons (or shank buttons) are characteristic of 1920’s-30’s uniforms, but also denim railroad jacket styles, much sought-after by vintage hunters today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stand-collar or “cadet collar” pattern allows buttoning the McKarsten all the way up, for the “James Bond villain” meets \u003c\/span\u003eJawaharlal Nehru\u003cspan\u003e look. For a more relaxed demeanor, the collar can be folded into traditional coat lapels, with a high-button front jacket look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This MF® garment is designed in California by Mister Freedom® and manufactured in Japan by Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-mckarsten-jacket-indigo-metis-hbt-denim-ss2019-mfsc-surplus-catalog-made-in-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/MF_BLOG_BANNER_480x480.jpg?v=1582062652\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":21654172598385,"sku":"MFSC 1372\/S","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":21654172631153,"sku":"MFSC 1372\/M","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":21654172663921,"sku":"MFSC 1372\/L","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":21654172696689,"sku":"MFSC 1372\/XL","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXL - Last One","offer_id":21654172729457,"sku":"MFSC 1372\/XXL","price":389.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/products\/McKarsten_Jacket_HBT_Front.jpg?v=1559942757"},{"product_id":"mckarsten-trousers-hbt-denim-1","title":"McKarsten Trousers - HBT Denim","description":"\u003cp\u003eSave 15% when purchasing two or more items from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/mckarsten\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMcKarsten Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. Use code: \u003cstrong\u003eMcKarsten15\u003c\/strong\u003e at checkout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e* An original mfsc pattern, inspired by 1920’s-1940’s work dungarees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e* A sturdy 10 Oz. 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Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e I could fit a snug Waist 30 but opted for a very comfortable Waist 32, and cinched the waist with the back strap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eOur target image was a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003evintage 1930’s silhouette, full leg\/trim high waisted top block. These trousers feature a wide leg and high rise, an acquired taste by today’s menswear fashion standards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDue to the split-waistband pattern, the waist is quite generous and the open gusset allows about one inch play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eHand wash or machine wash on delicate, cold water, minimal eco-friendly detergent. Turn inside-out to avoid marbling of the fabric. 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checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePATTERN\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInspired by 1950s-60s French casual trousers fashion,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emerging aesthetics of dressy slacks and denim jeans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFABRIC:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNew Old Stock (NOS)\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecrosshatch denim twill, 60% cotton – 40% linen blend, 8 Oz., milled in Italy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAvailable in two color options,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/nouvelle-vague-slacks-slate-grey\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eslate grey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/nouvelle-vague-slacks-charcoal-grey\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echarcoal grey\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePocketing\u003c\/i\u003e: Lightweight NOS woven stripe fabric, navy stripes on white background.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVintage French 1950s-60s fashion, casual yet elegant sportswear vibe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStraight leg period silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Frogmouth” front pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eButton fly, corrozo wood buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExtended tab waistband with snap waist closure, with original MF® branded brass snap button.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSingle rear welt pocket with buttoned flap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSlim belt loops, will accommodate 1¼ wide belts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFancy woven stripe pocketing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFlat front \u0026amp; darted rear panel for an attractive top block profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOverlock inseam\/outseam\/seat construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTonal stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTailor shop-style unfinished overlocked leg bottom, to suit your cuffing preferences.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOriginal “The SPORTSMAN” woven rayon label on rear waistband, concealed when wearing your\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vebleather.com\/collections\/all-belts-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVEB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ebelt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe MF® Nouvelle Vague slacks come UN-WASHED and are cut so that actual measurements match the labeling AFTER an initial cold soak\/line dry.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWe recommend this usual protocol before wearing the garment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li9\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCold soak for about 30-40mn, with occasional hand agitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li9\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMachine spin dry cycle, and line dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese trousers are considered true-to-size, with somewhat of a generous waist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA tagged W32 will most-likely be the right size for an individual with an approximate \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emeasured\u003c\/i\u003e waist of +\/- 32 inches, and with average body proportions. Note that your \u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enatural\u003c\/i\u003e waist is a bit bellow belly button level, not bellow the hips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt 5’7 ~145 Lbs, I opted for a W31 in the Nouvelle Vague, for a very comfortable straight leg silhouette and somewhat fitted top block.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe size that will work best for you depends on how you like your pants to fit. Please refer to our size chart and our way of measuring pants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor the leg bottom, I went with a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/CsiEIpzOhe4\/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link\u0026amp;igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDIY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eblind (hand) stitch 1¼ inch hem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake sure you fully rinse the garment before you commit to cropping the leg to your cuffing preference. Style-wise, we recommend hemming and not “roll-up” cuffing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMachine wash on DELICATE when needed, cold water, mild eco-friendly detergent. Hang dry.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRefrain from using the “heavy-duty” cycle setting on your home washer. Using a heat dryer is also not recommended and may result in excessive and irreversible shrinkage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe are introducing a new trouser pattern with these swinging Mister Freedom® “\u003cb\u003eNOUVELLE VAGUE\u003c\/b\u003e” slacks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe term “\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNouvelle Vague\u003c\/i\u003e” (French for “new wave”) is a reference to avant-garde\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/French_New_Wave\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrench art cinema\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epopular at the time. Not for everyone, but it had a worldwide impact on film-making and acting.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IW13JGws1W4\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNouvelle Vague\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” is also the title of a cool 1959 French pop song, a cover of the Coasters’ “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/yJJtX0JaROs\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThree Cool Cats\u003c\/a\u003e“. Dig it!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe style of our NV slacks (inspired by an unusual pair of vintage French casual cotton twill pants from our archives - probably tailor-made according to the simple seam construction, and the fact that they bore no branding) is a nod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e to classic early 60s looks sported by the likes of Jean-Paul Belmondo in “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Breathless_(1960_film)\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Bout De Souffle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” (1960), or – the original silver screen\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/The_Talented_Mr._Ripley_(film)\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTom Ripley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Alain Delon in “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Purple_Noon\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlein Soleil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” (1960), etc…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor this initial release, the trousers are cut from an old mfsc fabric favorite, the elegant NOS crosshatch denim twill (cotton-linen blend 60\/40, 8 Oz., milled in Italy) we had scored a while back in two distinct shades of grey, charcoal and slate.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Crosshatch” refers to the slubby grey warp \u0026amp; natural weft yarns of this twill, which will tend to develop a more pronounced crisscross fading pattern than other denims.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe slacks are quite versatile and can easily handle from a simple\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/skivvy-t-shirt-white\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eall the way to a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/search?q=aristocrat\u0026amp;type=product\u0026amp;options%5Bprefix%5D=last\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efancy shirt\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor a casual suiting vibe, consider pairing them with their matching Continental Sportcoats,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/continental-sportcoat-slate\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eslate grey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/continental-sportcoat-charcoal\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003echarcoal grey\u003c\/a\u003e twills. A matching\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/products\/continental-vest-slate\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003evest\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis even available for the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?sxsrf=APwXEddnwaqhf8zHVidBAChoBUiV-RP40Q:1686788327853\u0026amp;q=thomas+crown+affair+suit+mcqueen\u0026amp;tbm=isch\u0026amp;sa=X\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjY1N6YgMT_AhWIIkQIHeW3AkQQ0pQJegQIDRAB\u0026amp;biw=1095\u0026amp;bih=845\u0026amp;dpr=2.2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThomas Crown\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein you, and mis-matching always a cool option.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSide note, the slim belt loops will accommodate 1¼ wide belts, and we are working on a Mister Freedom® x\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vebleather.com\/\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVEB Leather\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollab!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe MF®\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNouvelle Vague slacks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e, NOS\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ecrosshatch denim twill\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eedition, are designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®, in collaboration with Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"30","offer_id":44570784956733,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/30","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31","offer_id":44570784989501,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/31","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32","offer_id":44570785022269,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/32","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33","offer_id":44570785055037,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/33","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"34","offer_id":44570785087805,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/34","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36","offer_id":44570785120573,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/36","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38","offer_id":44570785153341,"sku":"MFSC 537SG\/38","price":330.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/products\/SPFNouvelleVagueSlacksCharcoalGrey-1a1.png?v=1676527995"},{"product_id":"californian-lot64-awa-ai-denim","title":"Californian Lot64 - AWA-AI Denim","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern: \u003c\/strong\u003eInspired by vintage 1950s-1960s era five-pocket blue jeans. Our LOT64 cut features a traditional fit, classic rise, with a slightly tapered leg for a 50s-60s vibe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFabric\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSugar Cane Co “AWA-ai” fiber denim (blend of 70% cotton x 30% sugarcane fibers), 13 Oz., white\/green line selvedge ID, dark indigo hue, dry, hairy and neppy, milled in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePocketing\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e: Fancy NOS 100% cotton twill, woven stripe (navy blue pinstripe on white background.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s6\"\u003eClassic vintage five-pocket blue jeans pattern and fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic mid-rise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButton fly, original MF®-branded ‘silver’ tack buttons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelvedge leg outseam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFancy NOS stripe twill pocketing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMF® original white “M” stitch design on rear pockets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural cowhide leather MF®-branded patch on rear pocket. Will patinate with age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwelve types of 100% cotton threads used for construction (gauge and color combination.) Main colors are yellow and orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoin pocket with concealed selvedge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelvedge button hole fly placket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHidden back pocket reinforcement rivets, with top pocket bar-tack stitching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnmarked copper riveting for pocket reinforcement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal MF® paper pocket flasher. Please note that some product photos above feature a black early proto flasher, not the red (“Sakura” edition) actually designed and used for the\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAwa-ai\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCalifornian production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in California, USA, in an ethically-responsible and small family-owned factory.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eThe Californian LOT64 AWA-Ai denim blue jeans come UN-WASHED and are cut so that actual measurements match the labeling AFTER an initial cold soak\/line dry. We recommend the usual protocol before wearing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eCold soak for about 30-40mn, with occasional hand agitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eMachine spin dry and line dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eWear briefly before fully-dry to shape and set creases, then hang until fully dry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eThese Lot64 Awa-ai are considered true-to-size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eA tagged W32 will most-likely be the right size for an individual with an approximate \u003ci\u003emeasured\u003c\/i\u003e waist of +\/- 32 inches, and with average body proportions. Note that your \u003ci\u003enatural\u003c\/i\u003e waist is a bit bellow belly button level, not bellow the hips.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eThe waist size that will work best for you depends on how you like your jeans to fit. Please refer to size chart.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® Californian Lot64 comes raw\/unwashed, and will shrink to tagged size. Follow the usual recommended initial method before wearing: cold soak for 30mn, spin dry and line dry. Please refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI (5’7 ~142 Lbs.) opted for a W30 in these, for a classic silhouette. I went un-hemmed and un-cuffed for a “sloppy” period stacking for a change.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s6\"\u003eWash when necessary, as with other premium denim garments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s6\"\u003eWe recommend turning the jeans and jacket inside-out to avoid potential marbling of the denim fabric. Wash separately from light-colored garments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s6\"\u003eMachine wash with cold water, gentle cycle, eco-friendly mild detergent and line dry. Using hot water\/heat dryer may result in excessive and irreversible shrinkage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s6\"\u003eAs with all indigo-dyed denim, temporary croaking (color bleeding) is to be expected, and the indigo color could potentially rub on light color garments and furniture. Indigo rubs can easily be spot-cleaned using a small amount of laundry detergent on a clean damp cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-campus-blouse-californian-blue-jeans-lot64-special-awa-ai-fiber-denim-edition-mfsc-fw2023-made-in-usa\/\"\u003eView our blog to read full details on the Awa-Ai Denim\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur classic Californian Lot64 blue jeans \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efeature a mid-rise, s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etraight leg and a slightly tapered silhouette for that desirable 1960’s vibe. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis MF® garment is designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®, in collaboration with Sugar Cane Co.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"29 - Last One","offer_id":45479653048637,"sku":"MFSC 541\/29","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30","offer_id":45479653081405,"sku":"MFSC 541\/30","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"31","offer_id":45479653114173,"sku":"MFSC 541\/31","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"32","offer_id":45479653146941,"sku":"MFSC 541\/32","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"33","offer_id":45479653212477,"sku":"MFSC 541\/33","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36","offer_id":45479653278013,"sku":"MFSC 541\/36","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38 - Last One","offer_id":45479653310781,"sku":"MFSC 541\/38","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/LOT64-Awa-Ai.jpg?v=1691697755"},{"product_id":"ma-1-bailout-flyers-jacket","title":"MA-1 \"Bailout\" Flyer's Jacket","description":"\u003ch5 class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePATTERN:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA classic 1960s US military flight jacket pattern (MA-1) revisited, and a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003evisual nod to colorful Jet Age astronaut jackets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFABRIC:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA-side: Rescue out, period Mil-Specs 2\/2 heavy nylon twill, “Indian” orange.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eB-side: Camo out, period Mil-Specs 2\/2 heavy nylon twill, 1960s USAF sage green.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eInterlining\u003c\/em\u003e: thick insulating blend of undyed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e60% Wool – 40% Cotton pile fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed and redesigned with all period Mil-Specs patterns\/fabrics\/trims\/snaps\/zippers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage silhouette and proportions true to authentic vintage USAF MA-1 profiles: full cut, boxy fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully reversible: m\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eain side (A-side) is rescue (Indian orange), lining (B-side) is camo (sage green.)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo slanted “hand warmer” slash pockets on shell, snap closure, 35\/65 Wool\/Rayon blend double face brushed pocket lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo interior “map” welt pockets, snap closure, white cotton twill pocket lining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuilted storm flap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft 100% wool ribbed knit collar, waistband and sleeve cuffs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility pocket (“cigarette” pocket) on A-side sleeve, authentic pen caps slots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum “CC” (Coats \u0026amp; Clark) CROWN type double-sided slide fastener (zipper), all cotton tape, leather pull tab extension for easier gloved operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricate garment construction, authentic puckering seams, cut and sewn by skilled and experienced artisans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal Mister Freedom® x Buzz Rickson’s “Clothing \u0026amp; Textile Research Unit” labeling, concealed in the left side slash pocket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCrafted in Japan by specialized expert artisans, with a 30-year experience in authentically-reproducing vintage military gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear-round jacket, optimized for 14º F ~ 50º F (minus 10º C ~ 10º C) range temps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe MF® x Buzz Rickson’s “BAILOUT” Flyer’s Jacket comes ready to wear out of the box. No initial process required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eMF® crew sizing recs:\u003cbr\u003eCL (5’7 ~ 140 lbs): I opted for a SMALL, for a comfortable yet period fit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eJohn (6’ ~ 170 lbs): LARGE\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIvan (5’9 ~ 160 lbs): MEDIUM\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eEnoch (6’ ~ 153 lbs): SMALL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p9\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe MF® BAILOUT pretty much fits like authentic 1960s vintage MA-1 jackets, for those familiar with them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSome people may consider sizing down, according to silhouette and subjective style preferences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ePlease refer to size chart for approximate measurements, keeping in mind that due to the thickness of the shell + interlining + lining, properly measuring is somewhat subject to one’s interpretation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eProfessional DRY CLEAN only or spot clean when needed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDo NOT machine wash\/heat dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eBecause of the 100% wool knit trims and , please store garment with your choice of moth-repellent product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Mister Freedom® BAILOUT Flyer’s Jacket is our spin on the classic MA-1 flight jacket – aka “bomber jacket” – the iconic piece of protective gear officially issued\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eto\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eUSAF (United States Air Force)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003efighter jet pilots and flight crews throughout the 1950s~60s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eThe design of the MA-1 flight jacket evolved through the years, with its inception around 1950 when the bulky mouton collar of its predecessor (the B-15 flight jacket, 1944~1954) was replaced by a soft wool knit ribbed band to better accommodate combat pilots modern flight helmets (out were the WW2 cloth skull caps, in were the hard shell “bone dome” types) and reconfigured jet aircrafts cockpits (the Jet Age\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.flightjournal.com\/jets-vs-props\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003emostly\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ekicked propeller planes to oblivion for aerial warfare.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eOptimized for current technology, the MA-1 (MIL-J8279) was born, becoming official issue sometime in 1952. Followed many revisions, until the MA-1 was phased out by updated regulations and eventually retired in the late 1980s, outperformed by safer fire-resistant Nomex® MA-2 flight jackets. This wasn’t the MA-1’s last words however…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eFor our “Survival School” story, we decided to modify a vintage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e“JACKET, FLYING, MAN’S, INTERMEDIATE,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMA-1, MIL-J-8279D” specimen from an Alpha Industries 1965 contract, and turn it into a “might have been” functional, wearable, “experimental” garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eThe major mod on the D-Type (fifth generation MA-1, circa 1960) had been its novelty reversible revamping, with a sage green (referred to as camo) nylon shell for classic military concealment on the ground, contrasting with an “Indian orange” high visibility lining. A downed pilot was instructed to wear the green side to evade enemy capture after a successful bailout, and wait for a rescue team flashing the orange side out.\u003cbr\u003eDecades later, this major visual functional improvement probably helped to propel the MA-1 style to the unsustainable fashion sphere, from streetwear to catwalks, produced in all kinds of CoO (Country of Origin) for a wide range of international labels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eFor our BAILOUT design mission, the main point of a plausible “revision” was to flip the blazing orange side as the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003emain\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eside, using the camo side as the lining, while keeping all period-correct Mil-Specs for fabrics and trims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eCollaborating with Buzz Rickson’s – celebrating at the same time their 30th Anniversary! – made this a breeze for us, thanks to the help, expertise and patience of Buzz’s creative director\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/Cw81eobvdoE\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eKameya San\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand team. After providing detailed instructions\/diagrams of our MA-1 BAILOUT concept, we gladly assumed the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ebackseater\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003erole in the cockpit and let the world’s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eichiban\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emanufacturer of authentic military flight jacket replicas do all the heavy lifting.\u003cbr\u003eOf course, Buzz delivered! No cut corners, outstanding craftsmanship and quality, living up to Toyo’s high manufacturing standards and BR’s impeccable reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e“\u003ci\u003eBut, why not just wear a vintage D-Type with the orange side out?\u003c\/i\u003e” one could legitimately wonder…\u003cbr\u003eWell, because of the overall construction, quilted storm flap set-up, slash pockets configuration (“hand warmer” for the A-side and “map storage” for the B-side), utility (“cigarette\/pen”) sleeve pocket on A-side, etc…, sporting a vintage MA-1 orange side out will\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003ealways\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003elook like the garment is being worn inside out. Not a life-threatening issue of course, but, for those attached to details – and we are -, wearing out what is clearly a jacket’s lining in non-survival circumstances may look a bit awkward or contrived around town.\u003cbr\u003eThe BAILOUT fills that gap for one wanting to casually wear a bright orange military-style flight jacket, built like a legit 1960s MA-1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eNote that the MF® BAILOUT is still fully reversible, and can of course be worn B-side (green) out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eOn original D-Types, the orange nylon twill lining is of a lighter\/thinner grade than the Mil-Specs green 2\/2 twill shell. The MF® BAILOUT jacket features vintage Mil-Specs heavy 2×2 grade nylon twill on\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eboth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA (orange) and B (green) sides.\u003cbr\u003eFor the accuracy-obsessed, quote from Buzz Rickson’s MA-1 shell fabric specs:\u003cbr\u003e“\u003cem\u003e36 filament yarns are twisted together to make a single thread that is then woven into the 2\/2 twill fabric.\u003cbr\u003e2\/2 means two warp threads crossing every two weft threads, identified by diagonal lines.\u003c\/em\u003e”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eRegarding warmth, “INTERMEDIATE” in the original MA-1 nomenclature refers to the “Intermediate Zone” climate for which the garment was initially optimized, a range of 14º F ~ 50º F in a military classification of 5 climate zones at the time.\u003cbr\u003eThe MA-1 was also considered as a versatile year-round piece of gear in temperate climates by flight crews, worn zipped-up in Winter and un-zipped in Spring.\u003cbr\u003eWe decided to keep the period-correct Wool\/Cotton blend (60\/40) fiber interlining of the 1960s originals, and not the cheaper and lighter polyester fiber modern days substitution. This makes the BAILOUT much heftier and bulkier than contemporary fashion MA-1 type jackets out there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eFor the zipper, we went with a robust vintage-style aluminum model of Coats \u0026amp; Clark (CC) slide fastener, instead of the expected black oxidized brass CONMAR zipper of period D-Type MA-1 jackets. CROWN was a division of Coats \u0026amp; Clark. Production of most CROWN fasteners (like the aluminum spring automatic lock etc) was abandoned sometime in the 1960s, deemed too complicated and too costly.\u003cbr\u003eSome 30 years ago, Toyo Enterprise went through great lengths (and, I was told, hundreds of thousands of dollars in R\u0026amp;D and retro engineering) to faithfully reproduce several CROWN fastener models, and now owns the Trademark. These cost today about $30~$40 to produce… Kameya San was kind enough to hook us up with a few CC models for this limited edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also opted to stay true to the original MA-1 jackets fit and profile, with the old school full and boxy cut, setting them apart from modernized slimmed-down versions with trimmed sleeves flooding the fashion market since the 1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eThe BAILOUT’s classic shorter length\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ecompliments one’s natural waist, and works best with mid to high rise trousers or jeans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eStyle-wise, our subtle nod to “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0080907\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe Hunter\u003c\/a\u003e” (1980) – McQueen’s final movie – with his bounty-hunter “Papa Thorson” character (pops going full circle after\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt0051327\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eJosh Randall\u003c\/a\u003e, ain’t he?!) sporting an\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.invaluable.com\/auction-lot\/steve-mcqueen-papa-thorson-signature-type-ma-1-592-c-34bf0d7028#\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eMA-1\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eiteration won’t be lost on the cinephile. Papa and stunt double\/friend\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.imdb.com\/title\/tt12170862\/mediaviewer\/rm4038505217\/?ref_=tt_md_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eLoren Janes\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare wearing the flap pocket model MIL-J8279E (E-Type) in the movie, although they may be commercial versions?\u003cbr\u003eAnecdotally, “Buzz Rickson” is the name of McQueen’s character name in “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/The_War_Lover\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eThe War Lover\u003c\/a\u003e” (1962.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003eBranding-wise, the Mister Freedom® BAILOUT\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e“Clothing \u0026amp; Textile Research Unit”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003elabeling is concealed in the left side slash pocket. Its design is a respectful nod to the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eQuartermaster Research Facility (aka\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Combat_Capabilities_Development_Command_Soldier_Center\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eNatick Army Labs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) vintage military printed cloth labels.\u003cbr\u003eOf course, the Mister Freedom® BAILOUT comes “unissued”, i.e. free of unearned squadron\/unit patches. Should you want to go full-on Top Gun, do your thing Mav’!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe MF® x Buzz Rickson’s “BAILOUT” Flyer’s Jacket\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eis a classic reimagined in California, USA by Mister Freedom®, designed\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003efor the man-o-style uninterested in fleeing trends,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand crafted in Japan by Toyo Enterprise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-x-buzz-ricksons-original-bailout-flyers-jacket-30th-brs-anniversary-limited-edition-crafted-in-japan-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eView the full blog post here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"Small - Last One","offer_id":45486418985277,"sku":"MFSC 1440\/S","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium - Last One","offer_id":45486419018045,"sku":"MFSC 1440\/M","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large - Last One","offer_id":45486419050813,"sku":"MFSC 1440\/L","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":45486419083581,"sku":"MFSC 1440\/XL","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXL","offer_id":45486419116349,"sku":"MFSC 1440\/XXL","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/MA-1BailoutMFxBRFW2023-1a_jpg.jpg?v=1698250526"},{"product_id":"cali-jan-souvenir-jacket","title":"\"CALI-JAN SOUVENIR \" JACKET","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE REVIEW SIZE CHART\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease refer to sizing chart for approximate measurements. Note that due to the raglan sleeve pattern, arm length is measured from armpit (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e shoulder seam) to knit cuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCALI-JAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emay be considered true-to-size by some, or running a bit small for others, according to body types and fit expectations. It features a slightly longer body than some of the original vintage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith their often shrunken and cropped bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL FIT ADVICE:\u003c\/strong\u003e I now navigate between MEDIUM and SMALL in mfsc jackets, and opted for a Medium in the CALI-JAN. The SMALL fit better in length for my tastes, but was too tight in the chest. I am ~ 5.7′ \/ 145 Lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Authentic vintage Japan-made “souvenir jacket” style, inspired by 1950s-1960s off-duty custom-made jackets sported by US Armed Forces personnel stationed “in country”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll original MF® artwork, blending vintage \u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eVietjan\u003c\/i\u003e aesthetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully reversible, “A” side blue\/gold with quilted pattern, and “B” side dark red\/blue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional \u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e silk thread embroidery work performed by expert Japanese craftsmen with decades of experience on hand-operated “free-embroidery” machines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-style double-sided (reversible) “TYE Tokyo” metal zipper.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional 100% cotton batting backing for quilted “A” side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage-style soft wool knit trims, loosely-knit ribbing as 1950s \u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e originals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDouble labelling (inside slash pocket on blue side), featuring both KOSHO \u0026amp; Co (the original name of the Yokohama fabric trading company that would merge with TOYO Enterprises around 1965, today the World’s most respected \u003ci\u003esukajan\u003c\/i\u003e manufacturer under the “Tailor Toyo” label), alongside the MF® rayon woven label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited collector’s edition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Joe Greene Approved.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePATTERN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original mfsc\/Tailor Toyo pattern inspired by 1950s \u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e and 1960s \u003ci\u003eVietjan\u003c\/i\u003e souvenir\/tour jackets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFABRIC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFine 100% rayon acetate twill “A” and “B” sides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuilted “A” side with 100% cotton fiber batting (padding).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe Mister Freedom®\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCALI-JAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esouvenir jacket has been carefully processed (rinsed and steamed) by experienced\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003esukajan\u003c\/i\u003e-expert garment professionals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIt has a vintage appearance due to the light puckering of the stitching and embroidery, and subtle shrinking of the rayon fabric. Do \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e attempt to hot-soak or wash this garment, it has already been processed and is ready-to-wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCALI-JAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emay be considered true-to-size by some, or running a bit small for others, according to body types and fit expectations. It features a slightly longer body than some of the original vintage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewith their often shrunken and cropped bodies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p7\"\u003eI now navigate between MEDIUM and SMALL in mfsc jackets, and opted for a Medium in the CALI-JAN. The SMALL fit better in length for my tastes, but was too tight in the chest. I am ~ 5.7′ \/ 145 Lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePlease refer to sizing chart for approximate measurements. Note that due to the raglan sleeve pattern, arm length is measured from armpit (\u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e shoulder seam) to knit cuff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eProfessional dry clean ONLY, in your local eco-friendly dry-cleaning facility.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eAgain, DO NOT wash this jacket! This is quite a fragile garment, due to both the nature of the fine rayon twill and the intricate delicate silk-thread embroidery that could snag easily. In other words, this garment is \u003ci\u003enot\u003c\/i\u003e intended for gardening.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOur initial collaboration on an old-school souvenir-type jacket with “Tailor Toyo” was the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e“\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/the-party-jacket-mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-50th-anniversary-limited-edition-spring-2015\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eParty Jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” (2015\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/saigon-cowboy-collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eSaigon Cowboy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecollection), followed by the “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-mururoa-souvenir-jacket-limited-edition-fall-2016\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMururoa\u003c\/i\u003e Jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” (mfsc 2016\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/anniversary-collection\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eAnniversary Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) and moon landing with the “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-original-apollo-69-souvenir-jacket-limited-edition-fall-2017\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eApollo ’69 Jacket\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” in 2017.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tailortoyo.jp\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTailor Toyo\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis undeniably the world’s most legit manufacturer of traditional  \u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e (スカジャン) garments, i.e. the flashy embroidered jackets everyone into heritage fashion is familiar with today. See my\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/the-party-jacket-mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-50th-anniversary-limited-edition-spring-2015\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e2015\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eramblings for a deep dive into the historical background of those jackets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe name “\u003ci\u003eSukajan”\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eoriginated in the port of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States_Fleet_Activities_Yokosuka\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYOKOSUKA\u003c\/a\u003e, Japan, sometime in the late 1940s. After becoming a U.S. Navy base in 1946, local traditional silk embroidery tailors started seeing a demand for customized uniforms, eventually leading to creating flashy original custom-made jackets (jumpers) for military personnel stationed in occupied Japan. The jackets, featuring elaborate Japanese motifs and at-times boasting unit\/branch pride blended with local flavor, were intended to be worn off-duty, or as bring-home souvenirs. Kid-size\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ethat pop up on the vintage market once in a while are surviving examples of happy  “Daddy’s home!” moments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThis customization practice was probably inherited from the old naval tradition of personalizing one’s gear (hand-painted sea bags with mermaids and the likes, concealed hand-stitched “branding” eventually evolving into the concept of “liberty cuffs”), and taken to the next level by the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/United_States_Asiatic_Fleet\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUS Asiatic Fleet\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etouring exotic locations where skilled tailors offered their services for affordable bespoke uniforms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAfter some sustained popularity with post-WWII American troops stationed in Europe and with US Armed Forces during the Korean War (1950-53), the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emade a splashy comeback with boots on the ground involved in the Vietnam conflict (1954-75).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThose 1960s-era South-East Asia\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare also referred-to as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eViet-Jan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(aka Vietjan, or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003evietojam\u003c\/i\u003e, whatever works phonetically in Japan.) These are often way less PC than their Japanese forefathers. Most vintage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVietJan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econvey the gung-ho vibe of period military moral patches, not exactly everyone’s cup of tea – make it “half oat milk\/half regular organic milk iced cappuccino, I appreciate you, thanks” – in today’s new paradigm of softer “cancel culture”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eEmbroidery designs to choose from in local shops were many while in country. The catchy rocker “When I die I’ll go to Heaven because I’ve spent my time in Hell” was a popular classic, often riding atop a colored map of South East Asia, with North Vietnam, South Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia embroidered in four primary colors. Thailand got lost, blending in the color of the jacket base fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe style of embroidery techniques and jacket bodies greatly differed according to the Theater of Operation. Japan-made\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emostly flashed elaborate machine-made embroideries using fine silk threads on rayon acetate or velvet bodies, and were often reversible. A more discreet “B” side was an option the wearer might find better suited for specific occasions or civvy crowds.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVietjan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etended to feature hand-stitched cotton yarn embroideries on a cheap black cotton twill body, or a GI-issued ERDL poncho liner, and lined with whatever recycled fabric was around. Authentic vintage\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSukajan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eVietjan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare highly collectible today, and valuable slices of History no one can\/should erase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eFor our CALI-JAN project, we wanted to merge both vintage 1950s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand 1960s\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVietjan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003evibes, and, for the graphics, remove military references while paying tribute to our beautiful State of California… Simple task.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAfter a bit of creative R\u0026amp;D,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Eureka_(word)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eeureka\u003c\/a\u003e, we had our “could have existed” design plan!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWe decided to go with a map of California as the main rear panel statement, but in the style of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eVietjan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efour-color maps. Versions of this idea had been explored before, but, from what I quickly gathered on the interwebs, using cheap silkscreening prints or computer-operated embroidery machines producing mass volumes, rather than the authentic period style hand-operated machines that actually required an operator’s dedication and skills. And graphic-wise, we had room to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eRegarding the artwork, these are the references for the “A” side:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003eFirst off,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.library.ca.gov\/california-history\/state-symbols\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eblue and gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis not only a traditional and desirable color combo for 1950s vintage rayon acetate\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e, but they also happen to be the official colors of the State of California.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eOn the chest stands the mighty JOE GREENE, our 12 yo Toy Poodle, 8 1\/2 pounds of pure resilience and badassness, venerated patriarch of the MF® family.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e“Cowabunga, dude” is an expression associated with vintage surfing culture (surf is the actual\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.surfertoday.com\/surfing\/surfing-is-the-official-state-sport-of-california\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003eofficial sport of the State of CA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e, a dated line roughly meaning “cool, man!” while conveying surprise. Joe (like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Charlie_Don't_Surf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003eCharlie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e) don’t surf, but he’s 100% California native.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe Joshua tree is an endangered and very rare species of US Southwest desert trees, symbol of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Joshua_Tree_National_Park\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003eJT National Park\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand the Mojave Desert, and CA desert culture. Don’t mess with them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eFor the map graphic, there are several ways to split California in sections, some politically controversial. We opted for the four main natural geographical regions. Yellow is the Pacific Coast, blue are the mountainous areas, green the Central Valley, and red the desert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWe playfully only selected a few cities to highlight:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e*\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSacramento\u003c\/i\u003e: makes sense as our State Capital.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e*\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSan Francisco\u003c\/i\u003e: not referenced on the map by its usual Golden Gate Bridge but rather by Frank Bullitt’s 1968 “highland green”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bullitt.mecum.com\/\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eFord Mustang GT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e*\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eBakersfield\u003c\/i\u003e: small town, home of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bakersfield_sound\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003eBakersfield Sound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(a specific Country \u0026amp; Western music style\/sound), pinned on the map by Buck Owens’\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/edroman.com\/guitars\/mosrite\/buck-owens.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eMosrite Guitar\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e-made patriotic red\/white\/blue\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bakersfield.com\/news\/it-s-home-buck-owens-guitar-is-back-at-the-post-office-after-it-was\/article_28050002-a65f-11ec-abfd-ffe339186a9a.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eacoustic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, brought to fame on his popular TV show\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?sca_esv=570134643\u0026amp;sxsrf=AM9HkKnl_9tGhgGBL5ETOmA0FKZsh0mDQA:1696283147796\u0026amp;q=Mosrite+buck+owens+hee+haw\u0026amp;tbm=isch\u0026amp;source=lnms\u0026amp;sa=X\u0026amp;ved=2ahUKEwjWv9mTq9iBAxUcJ0QIHZfzAEUQ0pQJegQIBxAB\u0026amp;biw=908\u0026amp;bih=876\u0026amp;dpr=2.2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eHee-Haw\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e*\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eLos Angeles\u003c\/i\u003e: of course, Mister Freedom®’s home at 7161 Beverly Blvd, surrounded by iconic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.fs.usda.gov\/wildflowers\/plant-of-the-week\/eschscholzia_californica.shtml\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eCalifornia poppies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, our beautiful official state flower.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e*\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSanta Catalina Island\u003c\/i\u003e: my favorite CA island, thanks to a few fabulous Aliens from out of this world (Allyn\/Scott\/Jillian\/John\/Mario\/…)\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.islapedia.com\/index.php?title=MONROE,_Marilyn\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eNorma Jeane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis striking the pose on a beach in Avalon, far from Hollywood’s spotlights. She briefly lived on the island in the mid 1940s with her first husband, one lucky\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thecatalinaislander.com\/looking-back-at-times-of-dramatic-change-on-catalina\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eMerchant Marine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe waves and hand-drawn cursive lettering are inspired by traditional Japanese\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003estyles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eWe opted for a quilted “A” side, inspired by that vintage New Old Stock “Kosho \u0026amp; Co”\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eI scored around 1992 in an Oklahoma City, OK, remote Salvation Army store, a fun anecdote related\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/the-party-jacket-mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-50th-anniversary-limited-edition-spring-2015\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eif you’re bored.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eFor the “B” side, we opted for a complimenting rayon blue\/red color combo, non-quilted construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe hand-drawn “California” lettering of the back has more of a vintage satin baseball jacket style, reminiscent of 1950s club jackets. Spin some old school street-corner harmonies like “\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/rXqWCeB8Vto?si=DTcU5bjH9etDXcac\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eThe Wanderer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e” (1961) by Dion \u0026amp; the Belmonts and watch the 1979 flick for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/The_Wanderers_(1979_film)\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003eWanderers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egang ref.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe California Republic’s “brown grizzly bear walking a patch of green grass” adopted in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/usflags.design\/california\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s6\"\u003e1911\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewas an obvious choice for the “B” side chest, flanked by a thorny succulent, because who doesn’t like a wheel cactus…\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eOur choice of traditional two-sided red\/white\/blue ribbed knit trims for cuffs\/waistband\/collar completes the picture. This loosely-knit wool blend ribbing is typical of authentic\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eSukajan\u003c\/i\u003e, and is a far cry from contemporary stretchy elastic webbing used on modern athletic jackets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eAs always, the design part (i.e. doodling) was the easiest. Rough drawings and confusingly-worded round-eye instructions were passed on to the experts at Tailor Toyo. They looked at it all, looked at each others, shook their heads and rolled their eyes, yet went to work to make it all happen!\u003cbr\u003eSketches were translated into embroidery patterns for sample making. Many adjustments followed until everyone was happy with the final prototype.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eMonths later, expert embroidery machine craftsmen with decades of experience worked their magic for one single, very limited production run.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThere it is.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eThe MF® x Tailor Toyo “CALI-JAN” souvenir jacket is designed in California, USA by Mister Freedom®, and crafted with love in limited edition in Japan by Toyo Enterprise.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p6\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.christopheloiron.com\/mister-freedom-x-tailor-toyo-original-california-state-tribute-cali-jan-souvenir-jacket-limited-edition-crafted-in-japan-2023\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003eView full blog post\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":45487521530173,"sku":"MFSC 1444\/M","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":45487521562941,"sku":"MFSC 1444\/L","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL","offer_id":45487521595709,"sku":"MFSC 1444\/XL","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXL","offer_id":45487521628477,"sku":"MFSC 1444\/XXL","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXXL - Last One","offer_id":45487521661245,"sku":"MFSC 1444\/XXXL","price":950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/MisterFreedomCali-Jan_2.jpg?v=1696446035"},{"product_id":"lawrence-jacket-size-38-g2","title":"Lawrence Jacket - Size 38 - G2 - Sunshine","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Inspired by 1930’s “Grizzly” type leather jackets, and other vintage American sportswear and outdoor garments, and somewhat by the 1962 film “Lawrence of Arabia”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Vegetable tanned leather, full grain cowhide, milled and supple, natural finish and color, about 2-3 Oz weight, sourced in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* \u003cspan\u003eUp-cycled vintage Oriental rugs of the \u003c\/span\u003eKilim\u003cspan\u003e family, with a probable provenance in Pakistan and surrounding regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* Lining\u003cspan\u003e: 100% cotton brushed flannel with a 1940’s-50’s-inspired vibrant plaid pattern, discharge-printed. Fabric milled in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Fully lined with a soft cotton brushed flannel featuring a vintage style discharge-printed plaid pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e* Front panels cut from a vintage genuine Oriental \u003ci\u003eKilim\u003c\/i\u003e rug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e Full single panel veg-tan leather back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Slash pockets with arrow-head pocket stops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Side gussets with adjustable side straps (NOS metal slide buckles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Keyhole button holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Corozo ‘Cat Eyes’ wood buttons, backed by vintage-style corozo wood “cat-eyes” buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Mister Freedom® woven “Sportsman” label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* American-sourced hides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Limited Edition. Each jacket is a one-of-a-kind collectible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* Made in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® Campus Jacket is available \u003cspan\u003eready to wear as-is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003ePlease refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI am usually a 38 in mfsc jackets and opted for a 36 in the MF® LAWRENCE, with enough room for a lightweight layer underneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend you leave your Lawrence Jacket as-is and just wear it. Treat with care when necessary. Use appropriate products for leather garments and p\u003c\/span\u003elease be aware that almost anything applied to light colored leather will alter its color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not attempt to “wash” the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eKilim\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e woven panels. Use a dry, plastic bristle brush for cleaning if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend dry cleaning your Lawrence Jacket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek the help of a professional leather cleaner should staining occur that you cannot live with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould parts of your jacket get accidentally stained from normal wear, consider this a normal stage of the evolution of an outdoor garment. As often witnessed on well-worn vintage leather jackets, wear, stains and scratches will eventually blend-in into the most attractive and unique patinas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lawrence Jacket blends antique oriental textiles with our classic leather jacket pattern to create a new leather garment \u003cem\u003eà la\u003c\/em\u003e MF®.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully selected candidates of flat-woven Kilim rugs from the first half of the 20th century. Each rug was hand-picked for its attractive geometric motifs, vintage appeal, fine color combination, unique hand-woven imperfections, occasional period hand-repairs and overall natural patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eOur veg-tan leather is quite light sensitive, and the natural-color hide will soon start ‘tanning’ when exposed to sunlight. Within the same leather grade, there are no two hides alike, resulting in each jacket having its own character, specificity, feel and natural ‘imperfections’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eExpect stains, water marks, natural grease, scratches, patina and creases. All this adds to the character of a leather garment. The jacket’s journey will be yours and each nick a memory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003ee do not consider a new jacket with partially-suntanned panels a defective garment. The color will even out as you wear your jacket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/i\u003e Your LAWRENCE Jacket may feature the authentic ranch “branding iron” (scar) mark typical of livestock raised outdoors. Each hide we select features its own single original ranch branding, more or less visible\/well-defined. When both the yield of a hide and the ranch brand position permit it, our factory cutters have been instructed to include the original mark usually on one of the shoulder yoke panels. Not all of our leather jackets feature a branding iron mark, but those that do are much sought-after by our customers for their uniqueness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MF® garment is designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"38 \/ G2","offer_id":47411861094717,"sku":"MFSC 1363\/G2","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/Lawrence-38G2_cutout_2f02978a-b744-4647-b5ea-946b1a3b601a.jpg?v=1700599415"},{"product_id":"lawrence-jacket-size-38-g3","title":"Lawrence Jacket - Size 38 - G3","description":"\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Inspired by 1930’s “Grizzly” type leather jackets, and other vintage American sportswear and outdoor garments, and somewhat by the 1962 film “Lawrence of Arabia”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Vegetable tanned leather, full grain cowhide, milled and supple, natural finish and color, about 2-3 Oz weight, sourced in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* \u003cspan\u003eUp-cycled vintage Oriental rugs of the \u003c\/span\u003eKilim\u003cspan\u003e family, with a probable provenance in Pakistan and surrounding regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* Lining\u003cspan\u003e: 100% cotton brushed flannel with a 1940’s-50’s-inspired vibrant plaid pattern, discharge-printed. Fabric milled in Japan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Fully lined with a soft cotton brushed flannel featuring a vintage style discharge-printed plaid pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e* Front panels cut from a vintage genuine Oriental \u003ci\u003eKilim\u003c\/i\u003e rug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e*\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e Full single panel veg-tan leather back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Slash pockets with arrow-head pocket stops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Side gussets with adjustable side straps (NOS metal slide buckles)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Keyhole button holes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Corozo ‘Cat Eyes’ wood buttons, backed by vintage-style corozo wood “cat-eyes” buttons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Mister Freedom® woven “Sportsman” label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* American-sourced hides.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e* Limited Edition. Each jacket is a one-of-a-kind collectible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e* Made in USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® Campus Jacket is available \u003cspan\u003eready to wear as-is\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003ePlease refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s7\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI am usually a 38 in mfsc jackets and opted for a 36 in the MF® LAWRENCE, with enough room for a lightweight layer underneath.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend you leave your Lawrence Jacket as-is and just wear it. Treat with care when necessary. Use appropriate products for leather garments and p\u003c\/span\u003elease be aware that almost anything applied to light colored leather will alter its color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not attempt to “wash” the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eKilim\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e woven panels. Use a dry, plastic bristle brush for cleaning if needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do not recommend dry cleaning your Lawrence Jacket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek the help of a professional leather cleaner should staining occur that you cannot live with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould parts of your jacket get accidentally stained from normal wear, consider this a normal stage of the evolution of an outdoor garment. As often witnessed on well-worn vintage leather jackets, wear, stains and scratches will eventually blend-in into the most attractive and unique patinas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Lawrence Jacket blends antique oriental textiles with our classic leather jacket pattern to create a new leather garment \u003cem\u003eà la\u003c\/em\u003e MF®.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe carefully selected candidates of flat-woven Kilim rugs from the first half of the 20th century. Each rug was hand-picked for its attractive geometric motifs, vintage appeal, fine color combination, unique hand-woven imperfections, occasional period hand-repairs and overall natural patina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eOur veg-tan leather is quite light sensitive, and the natural-color hide will soon start ‘tanning’ when exposed to sunlight. Within the same leather grade, there are no two hides alike, resulting in each jacket having its own character, specificity, feel and natural ‘imperfections’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eExpect stains, water marks, natural grease, scratches, patina and creases. All this adds to the character of a leather garment. The jacket’s journey will be yours and each nick a memory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003ee do not consider a new jacket with partially-suntanned panels a defective garment. The color will even out as you wear your jacket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/i\u003e Your LAWRENCE Jacket may feature the authentic ranch “branding iron” (scar) mark typical of livestock raised outdoors. Each hide we select features its own single original ranch branding, more or less visible\/well-defined. When both the yield of a hide and the ranch brand position permit it, our factory cutters have been instructed to include the original mark usually on one of the shoulder yoke panels. Not all of our leather jackets feature a branding iron mark, but those that do are much sought-after by our customers for their uniqueness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis MF® garment is designed and manufactured in California by Mister Freedom®.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"38 \/ G3","offer_id":47411861487933,"sku":"MFSC 1363\/G3","price":975.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/Lawrence-38G3_cutout_aef7adc9-5171-4cae-a49e-9b5c7e3bc53b.jpg?v=1700599437"},{"product_id":"ranch-blouse-randall-natural-veg-tan-leather-1","title":"Ranch Blouse \"Randall\" - Natural Veg-Tan Leather","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Mister Freedom® RANCH BLOUSE pattern is our original take on classic denim jacket styles from the Golden Age of American workwear, 1930s to 1950s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited for this release of our staple Ranch Blouse pattern in our natural veg-tan full-grain cowhide, exclusively developed for MF®. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLEATHER:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVegetable-tanned full-grain cowhide leather, natural finish, and color, milled and supple, about 2-3 Oz weight. Exclusively developed for MF®.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e* Early round-type collar, A-1 style.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e* ‘Vintage’ boxy but fit silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"s4\"\u003e* Pleated front with original MF® arrowhead dart stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Original MF® “M” stitching on chest pockets.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Fully unlined, clean seams.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Cotton corduroy collar and wrist cuff facing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Buckle back, adjustable, riveted.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Original vintage-style MF® branded brass snaps closure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Mister Freedom® ‘The Sportsman’ woven label.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* High stitch-count, sturdy poly-cotton thread stitching.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Made in California, USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003ci\u003eDISCLAIMER:\u003c\/i\u003e Your RANDALL Jacket may feature the authentic ranch “branding iron” (scar) mark typical of livestock raised outdoors. Each hide we select features its own single original ranch branding, more or less visible\/well-defined. When both the yield of a hide and the ranch brand position permit it, our factory cutters have been instructed to include the original mark usually on one of the shoulder yoke panels. Not all of our leather jackets feature a branding iron mark, but those that do are much sought-after by our customers for their uniqueness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSIZING\/FIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® Ranch Blouse is available \u003cspan\u003ein pure new condition. The jacket’s journey will be yours and each nick a memory.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCL's Advice: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI am usually a 38 in mfsc jackets and I am a 38 in the Ranch Blouse, with room for a lightweight shirt underneath. \u003c\/span\u003ePlease refer to sizing chart to determine which size works for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCARE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend you leave your Ranch Blouse as-is and just wear it. Treat with care when necessary. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse appropriate products for leather garments and p\u003c\/span\u003elease be aware that almost anything applied to light colored leather will alter its color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeek the help of a professional leather cleaner should staining occur that you cannot live with.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause of its original light natural color that will darken over time, it is prone to get soiled, water marked etc… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is part of the tough life of a leather jacket, your second skin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe recommend \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.concordia-eco.mom\/mister-freedom-accessories.html#ac-mfac\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePecard Leather Dressing\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo NOT soak the leather Ranch Blouse. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSTORY\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mister Freedom® RANCH BLOUSE pattern is our original take on classic denim jacket styles from the Golden Age of American workwear, 1930s to 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mister Freedom Sugar Cane","offers":[{"title":"34-X Small","offer_id":47412530446653,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/34","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"36-Small","offer_id":47412530479421,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/36","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38-Medium","offer_id":47412530512189,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/38","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-Large","offer_id":47412530544957,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/40","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"42-XL","offer_id":47412530577725,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/42","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"44-XXL","offer_id":47412530610493,"sku":"MFSC 1410\/44","price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"46-XXXL","offer_id":51595877941565,"sku":null,"price":990.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0038\/9516\/5041\/files\/RanchBlouseJ-RandallRAW-1aSPF_5a0c79d9-9451-4b18-bab6-a523367f8019.png?v=1700615692"}],"url":"https:\/\/concordia-eco.mom\/collections\/featured-items\/size-38-medium.oembed","provider":"Mister Freedom®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}