- 12 oz. light indigo warp yarn premium selvedge denim milled in Japan
- Period natural waist boxy cut based on 1930s–1950s American workwear silhouettes
- Round A-1 style collar with contrast NOS denim twill facing
- Functional pleated front secured with original MF® contrast arrowhead dart stitching
- Unique lower slanted chest pockets with MF® "M" branding pocket stitch and single flap
- Buckle-back cinch strap with concealed selvedge ID, adjustable and riveted
- Copper rivet reinforced hardware backed with leather washers
- Exposed denim selvedge ID along the front panel fold
- Vintage-style orange/yellow cotton combo thread with traditional "caballo" construction
- Printed "Joe G" cloth label featuring original artwork
- Proudly made in the USA in a small family-owned factory
Mid-Century American Workwear Legacy and Japanese Denim Craftsmanship
The Mister Freedom® Ranch Blouse represents a meticulous homage to the Golden Age of American denim outerwear, drawing direct inspiration from traditional "Type I" jacket designs of the 1930s through the 1950s. Built from a custom 12 oz. Japanese selvedge denim, the fabric features a special light indigo warp yarn that reproduces the bright, classic hues of early mid-century denim. Milled on heritage shuttle looms in Japan and constructed in a small family-owned factory in the USA, this jacket bridges old-world textile artistry with authentic American garment manufacturing.
Archival Design Details and Functional Heritage Construction
Designed by Christophe Loiron, every detail of the Ranch Blouse is rooted in historical utility. Historically, front pleats on early cotton twill and denim work jackets served as functional expansion pleats—allowing the wearer to snip the contrast stitching for extra chest room if required. Mister Freedom preserves this original functionality, securing the pleats with their trademark arrowhead-shaped dart stitch. Featuring a classic A-1 style rounded collar, lower slanted chest pockets, a copper-riveted buckle-back cinch, and leather washer backings behind all hardware, this piece will develop a striking, unique patina through years of wear. Visit our lifestyle store in Lund, Sweden, to experience Mister Freedom in person, or order online across Europe.
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