{"product_id":"50-60s-france-canvas-gardening-jacket","title":"1950s–60s French Belle Jardinière outdoor jacket","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn outdoor jacket made in France during the 1950s and 60s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt was released at the time by the historic Parisian department store Belle Jardinière as outdoor activewear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWith its rolled-up short sleeves, epaulets, and waist belt, this French vintage piece has the look of a safari jacket—it’s incredibly tempting. It’s hard not to be lured in by it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe size is quite rare—a women’s size—but my friend received this from a French man and Japanese woman couple, who had owned it for outdoor activities like fishing and gardening. So, both pieces were nearly the same size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA fishing life in the suburbs of Paris in the 50s and 60s. Just imagining it is lovely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThat said, for us today, it serves as a sophisticated, mature vintage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eComplete the look with just a plain pair of slacks and a T-shirt. Add some sharp, cool accessories, and you're all set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe condition is pristine, and the fabric is so sturdy and crisp it could be deadstock; consequently, the long, long ironing process was a joy. Haha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs I ironed and observed it closely, I noticed the quality of the fabric, the pattern, and the meticulous stitching even on the underside of the flaps—all reminders of the beauty of old French clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe crisp fabric creates a beautiful, structured silhouette, and the more you wear it over the years, the softer it will become and the better it will conform to your body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt features a \"Belle Jardinière Paris\" tag at the neck and a \"Kémo\" maker's tag on the inner chest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe zipper is the angular ECLAIR style often used by high-end brands. It is rust-free and functions smoothly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBelle Jardinière, founded in 1824, was a department store that famously operated its own sewing factory. They handled not only workwear but also military, school, and motorcycle apparel, striving to keep prices affordable by utilizing the same fabrics across different lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs a result, they produced simple, well-made clothing without ostentatious decoration, which was beloved by the middle class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThough I try not to use the word lightly, this is truly a testament to the bedrock of practical and sturdy French garment construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhile it is an archival vintage piece, it is a Spring\/Summer jacket that fits the mood of exactly what I want to wear right now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFree Shipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eModel height - 167cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMaterial - cotton\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSize - fits mens S women S-L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMeasurement on flat (cm)\u003cbr\u003eLength 72.5\u003cbr\u003eWidth 51\u003cbr\u003eShoulder width 45\u003cbr\u003eSleeve length 26.8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition - \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNo issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO.CZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48150606905687,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_49982.jpg?v=1755351716","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/50-60s-france-canvas-gardening-jacket","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}