Crafted from 8.5oz Japanese selvedge denim, this classic denim jacket blends historical charm with modern craftsmanship. Featuring a vintage indigo hue and reinforced with traditional materials, it embodies the essence of early 20th-century workwear. Designed for comfort, it includes two chest flap pockets, two front slash pockets, and roomy interior pockets, making it both stylish and functional. Lightweight, yet structured, this jacket is ideal for spring and summer, offering timeless style and practicality.
From the brand: Why We Love It:
The Cat’s Pajamas Selvedge is an 8.5oz Japanese selvedge denim inspired by early 20th-century workwear and 1920s reproduction fabrics. The name references period slang, when “the cat’s pajamas” was used to describe something exceptional, capturing the spirit of the era this fabric draws from.
Woven with a soft vintage indigo tone and a subtle beige weft, the fabric presents a warm, aged appearance that feels historically grounded rather than modern. A classic white selvedge edge reinforces its traditional construction.
While 8.5oz is considered lightweight today, early 1900s catalogs often marketed 9oz denim as “ultra heavyweight,” making this fabric a faithful interpretation of period-correct denim. Its lighter weight makes it especially suitable for spring and summer while maintaining structure and authenticity.
True to its historical reference, the fabric is finished with a reinforced paper patch rather than leather, reflecting the materials used before leather patches became standard. Tin buttons complete the reproduction-inspired detailing.
Fit:
The Denim Jacket is a classic denim jacket cut to fit comfortably in the chest and arms with two chest flap pockets, two front slash pockets, and two large interior pockets.
Composition:
100% Cotton 8.5oz Japanese Selvedge Denim
Origin:
Made in Canada from Japanese fabrics.
