- NOS Cone Mills 6.5 oz. 100% cotton indigo jacquard fabric milled in the USA
- Modified band collar design inspired by 1920s–1930s detachable collar menswear
- Narrow chin strap band collar with indigo poplin facing
- Original vintage 1920s French glass buttons
- Inverted box-pleat chest pockets with flap closures
- Shoulder yoke expansion pleats for added range of motion
- Traditional chainstitch construction with indigo poplin side gussets
- Proudly made in the USA
Mid-Century American Workwear and Cone Mills Heritage Fabric
Named as a nod to the historic "Jackrabbit Homestead" culture of the California Mojave Desert, the Mister Freedom® Homesteader Shirt represents a thoughtful evolution of classic American work shirting. Crafted from rare Deadstock (NOS) 6.5 oz. indigo jacquard woven by the legendary Cone Mills in North Carolina, this fabric displays a rich, textured pattern that develops a unique contrast patina over time. Cut and sewn in the USA, it combines historical textile conservation with expert American garment production.
Archival Design Details and Traditional USA Construction
Designed by Christophe Loiron, the Homesteader Shirt draws direct inspiration from vintage 1920s–1930s detachable collar formal work shirts and the Mister Freedom® "Sportsman Shirt" pattern. Authentic archival details abound, including a narrow chin-strap band collar, indigo poplin facings, and genuine vintage 1920s French glass buttons sourced from historical deadstock archives. Built with durable chainstitch construction, reinforced side gussets, and functional shoulder expansion pleats, this shirt effortlessly transitions between heritage workwear styling and contemporary tailored menswear. Visit our physical lifestyle store in Lund, Sweden, to experience Mister Freedom craftsmanship firsthand, or order online across Europe.
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