1967 | Chainstitch Club Shirt | Mint Green - 18

Description:

Item:
Amazing dated 1967 club shirt in mint green, with teal contrast detailing to the collar, sleeve edges and side vents. Button-front design with short sleeves, chest pocket embroidery reading “Ruth” and extensive chainstitch-style embroidery across the back. The reverse features “Lobby”, “Restaurant”, “Honmachi S.T. Teruya”, “Koza-City”, a telephone number, and several dated club-style patches, including “Apron Strings” and “200 Club” details. Relaxed, boxy cut with a classic mid-century leisure shirt shape.

Era:
1967

Condition:
Very good vintage condition, with light wear consistent with age and use.

Provenance Note:
A superb 1960s embroidered club shirt with fantastic personal and local history stitched directly into the garment. The dated patches, names, restaurant reference and Koza-City lettering give it far more depth than a standard bowling or leisure shirt, suggesting a piece tied to a specific social scene rather than generic production. The mint green body, teal trim and hand-finished embroidery make it visually brilliant, while the layered names and patches give it the kind of individuality collectors look for in mid-century souvenir, club and service shirts.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: 18                                                                                                        

Shoulders: 17"

Bust: 42"

Waist at garment: 44"

Inner sleeve: S/S

Nape to hem: 26"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing

We photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.

Sizing Notes:

Please compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with the bust measurement, then check length. Vintage sizing runs small and cuts vary significantly from modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.

Our modern sizing estimates are based on bust measurements using the following sizing scale:

UK 6 (30–31")

UK 8 (32–33")

UK 10 (34–35")

UK 12 (36–37")

UK 14 (38–39")

UK 16 (40–41")

UK 18 (42–43")

UK 20 (44–45")

For jackets, knitwear, sweaters, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down to allow for structure, lining, bulk.or layering.

Buying true vintage clothing:

When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.

Returns:

We are an independent micro business and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.

For UK orders, you have 14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return, and a further 14 days to send the item back. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.

Please see our returns policy page for full details.