A jacket inspired by 1940s U.S. hospital wear, originally made for soldiers recovering in hospital. Taiga Takahashi recreates the piece using rich satin fabric and natural dyes, finishing it with a slightly violet Burgundy tone developed through multiple dye tests.
Smooth satin with dense weaving and mercerized finish
Natural-dyed Burgundy using akane (madder)
Natural-dyed Beige using bayberry and persimmon tannin
Mud-dyed Brown from Amami Oshima — each jacket unique
Colours deepen beautifully with time due to natural dyeing techniques
