65 UTILITY BLOUSON

This UTILITY BLOUSON is a reinterpretation of the early M-65 field jacket without epaulets, which was produced for only one year from 1965 to 1966.

The characteristic mitten-fastening cuffs have been retained but are now designed to fold outward. The front placket tabs have been changed to snap buttons, updating the overall details and silhouette to a more modern style.
The material used is a high-density cotton-nylon weather fabric. Despite its double-layered structure, it is lightweight, resulting in an outer layer that is comfortable to wear.
When dyeing, the hood is intentionally left closed, creating partial dye inconsistencies and variations, resulting in a unique texture for each item.

Pink / Beige: Hand-dyed with bengara (ochre) dye, a byproduct of mining. The difference in how cotton and nylon absorb the dye, along with the unique dye variations in each piece, creates a natural and rich appearance.
Sumikuro: Botanical dye made from binchotan charcoal. Utilizing the coarse dye particles, which are similar to pigments, it achieves a deep finish with a natural "worn-in" feel.

Handling instructions for Bengara Dye and Botanical Dye products

To enjoy the color fading for a longer period, we recommend hand washing with a neutral detergent.

Colors may transfer to other items, so please wash separately.

Do not use fluorescent brighteners or bleach.

After washing, please dry in the shade.

Colors may fade if they come into contact with citrus juice. If this happens, rinse immediately.

Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight or lighting may cause discoloration. Do not leave in direct sunlight; store in a dark place.

Bengara dye is a dyeing technique that extracts dye from minerals in the soil, resulting in a dye similar to minerals, which may react to metal detectors.

As the dye is similar to pigment, color transfer may occur due to friction during wear or to inner garments and bags.