TCB Jeans_Blanket Lined Cat Head Jacket

While the term "workwear" can be broadened to encompass a single term, the best materials and colors vary depending on the occupation and the occasion. With this in mind, we've expanded our coverall lineup this year. We've experimented with denim, duck, herringbone, and stripes, and as we've experimented with a variety of materials, we've stopped to consider "people who work in cold environments." It's a simple but often-overlooked perspective. TCB's customers include an American carpenter who can achieve a perfect color fade in just three months, Kiriyama, who builds classic Minis in his garage while walking three large dogs every day, and our factory manager, who is extremely sensitive to the cold. It's precisely because of these people in my life that I've found it a joy to make blanket jackets every year. The coveralls I've made this year are, without a doubt, Cathead.

I found an image of the original and told Ryo, "I want to make this, but I can't seem to find anything vintage..." He replied, "I have the same vintage one I bought in the Netherlands." That's how it all began. It was truly a case of "seeking the grass under your lawn," or perhaps a somewhat fateful encounter. This time, rather than faithfully recreating the vintage Cathead with a lining, I wanted to cherish the Cathead series itself. I haven't actually found a vintage Cathead with a lining, and I don't even know if they exist. Still, this project started with a fantasy: "What if Cathead had a lining?" While typically with a lining, only the collar is made of corduroy, this time I used corduroy for the cuffs and flap, inspired by a certain vintage piece. I also chose a green color instead of the standard brown. The original vintage Cathead had green bar tacks and even green buttonholes, so I wanted to cherish that color.

The blanket's border is also an original design born entirely from imagination. The exquisite green overlaps with the various greens on the outside, and the pale pink adds a little pop. Before I knew it, the inside of the coveralls had become like a mini green park. Lately, I've been thinking that the role of clothing, a "luxury" that is not just food, clothing, or shelter, is to lift the wearer's spirits a little each day. And I believe that this power unobtrusively supports you as you head to school or work. That's why I wanted this Cathead JK to be more than just warm clothing, but something that makes your daily life a little more positive. I would be happy if this Cathead JK helps even just one person enjoy winter a little more. --------------------------------------------------- The attention to detail is also described on the regular Cat Head Jacket page, so please check it out.

There's one detail I didn't mention. It's the side-opening pocket on the left chest. If you look just above the tag, you can see a subtle overstitch on the edge of the fabric. Of course, it would be easy to sew it closed properly, but this is a reproduction based on the stitching of vintage garments. Some of you may wonder why, but as the fabric fades, this slight imperfection contributes to the authentic feel of vintage clothing. We now live in an age where even complex processes like welt pockets are increasingly automated. These imperfections, unique to handcrafted garments, are becoming less and less common and will surely disappear in the future. I hope to continue creating vintage clothing of the future that will leave people baffled when TCB clothing becomes "vintage" decades from now, asking, "Why was it made like this in 2025?"

□ Denim Fabric The fabric was also inspired by vintage styles, with attention to detail in everything from the unevenness of the yarn to the color and dyeing method. Recently, rather than using a single yarn count to create unevenness, we've been choosing to mix different yarns to create different unevenness for each yarn. Specifically, for the warp alone, we used a 1:1 ratio of 8-count straight yarn and 9-count short uneven yarn. For the weft, we used a 1:1 ratio of 12-count naturally uneven yarn and a 12-count nep-like yarn. The result, using four different yarns, is a vintage look. We also had the fabric dyed in a lighter shade, typical of store brands. The lighter warp yarn offsets the weft, which is dyed gray rather than off-white. This approach stems from the idea that some fabrics focused on dark warp colors to hide stains, while many fabrics used gray weft yarns to create a darker appearance and hide stains. As for the finishing touch, half of the weft threads are made with nep yarn, so the yarn is finished without singeing. □ Regarding size: This jacket is made to fit the regular Cat Head Jacket.

The above is reprinted from the TCB official website

This year's lined coveralls are the perfect choice. The feeling of being wrapped up in a fluffy, warm blanket is addictive.

I thought the corduroy on the collar and sleeves was a little too cute, but when I saw it in person, I found the muted green color to be just right.

It's a piece that you can look forward to seeing change over time.

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