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"Wellhead Crest" Japanique Tunic Vest

"Wellhead Crest" Japanique Tunic Vest

Timeless Classic

Regular price $45.00
Regular price $49.00 Sale price $45.00
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  • Ships from New York
  • In-house Design
  • Sourced from Japan

This is a listing for a Japanique Tunic Vest, modified from a traditional Japanese vintage haori kimono jacket.

Timeless simplicity never goes out of style. Crafted in rich black silk, this elegant vest is adorned with three white Maru ni Kakudachi Izutsu (wellhead frame) family crests, a traditional kamon symbolizing stability, strong foundations, and enduring family heritage. The striking contrast of jet black silk and crisp white crests creates a refined, understated look that pairs effortlessly with both modern and classic wardrobes.

This vest is modified from a men's formal haori jacket, so it is a bit longer with wider arm holes.

There are signs of age with a couple scattered spots, see last photo.

This Japanique Tunic Vest brings the styling of a kimono jacket into contemporary fashion! We simply removed the sleeves of a traditional haori (kimono jacket). The deep armholes allow for great ease of movement and the extra fabric at the shoulder creates almost a cap sleeve. It's a simple, versatile vest to throw on over jeans or to add pattern and style to solid colors underneath.

Like the haori it started as, the tunic vest is not meant to cross over but should be worn open to reveal a bit of what is worn underneath. If you're looking to add a traditional touch, we do offer the woven ties - called haori himo - that can be hooked into the little fabric loops that you'll find on at the mid-front of the vest. They are sold separately (add a himo pair ($5) option above) and we'll select one that goes with this tunic vest. (If you'd like to choose your own, we have several fancy ones listed here.)

If you're interested in purchasing this vest to display, consider our 30" display rods.

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Length: 35"
Width: 25"
Body/Hips: 49"
Made In (Estimated): 1960s - 1970s
Condition: Very Good Vintage
Fiber: Silk
Colors: Black, Cream
Motifs: Solid Color

SKU:0626vest14

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