1980s | European Workwear | Blue Chore Jacket - S

Description:

Item: European chore jacket in indigo-dyed cotton, cut in a traditional utilitarian silhouette with button-front closure and classic pocket configuration. The fabric shows broad, uneven fading across the body and sleeves, with softened creasing and tonal shifts developed through long-term wear. Straightforward construction typical of late-20th-century continental workwear, designed for daily use rather than longevity in storage.

Era: 1980s

Brand: Unbranded / European workwear

Condition: Well-worn vintage condition with visible fading, creasing, and surface wear throughout. The cotton has softened significantly with use, creating depth and movement in the indigo tone. Structurally sound, with wear contributing character rather than compromise.

Provenance Note:
This jacket tells its story quietly through the cloth. The washed-down indigo, relaxed structure, and softened hand are the result of years in rotation rather than any attempt at finish or effect. These were working garments, worn repeatedly and kept going until the fabric itself recorded the passage of time. What remains is the working surface intact — a cumulative record of labour pressed into the dye and weave. The appeal lies in that honesty, where wear is not a flaw but the very reason the piece exists as it does today.

Measurements:

Size on garment: N/A

Our modern sizing estimate: S                                                                                                        

Shoulder to shoulder: 18"

Pit to pit: 21"

Inner sleeve to cuff: 16"

Under collar to lower back: 26"

Condition Notes:

Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a story, and we cannot guarantee any item will be totally free of marks / damage but anything we think of note will be mentioned. Furthermore, a lot of vintage items gain character because of wear and tear. Buying a true vintage item is not the same as buying new and is not to be confused with second-hand clothing.

We have also tried to accurately depict each garment using a photography setup with over 90% true to life accuracy. 

We do not take photos of inside the garment.

Sizing Notes:

Please take the time to measure up yourself and match to the measurements noted, the way you want the item to fit. We are only a micro business and unable to cover the costs of returns.

Buying true vintage clothing:

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Returns:

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