For sale here is an indigo dyed denim shirt from the Spellbound label, another in a long line of Japanese “American casual” labels. Spellbound is strongly influenced by classic American workwear, although they tend to release their interpretations of workwear staples rather than simple re-hashes. As always with these types of labels, production runs are very small, with limited distribution even in Japan. Availability outside of Japan is even tougher, but the however, is quite high. These are definitely painstakingly-made garments, done to a very high standard.
This is a very high quality piece and something a bit unique from Spellbound, where Spellbound more typically follow their vintage inspiration pretty closely, this piece aims for something a little bit different. Material here is Spellbound’s signature indigo-dyed denim (pretty light weight, I would guess around 6-8oz), in a modified shirt silhouette. Pattern references classic vintage work shirts, but the incorporation of the hood sets it apart and also makes for a nice layering piece.
Color is currently a very dark shade of blue, with minimal fading. As always with these kinds of indigo products, this will continue to pleasantly fade with wear. Pocket formation is asymmetric, with an exterior left pocket and an interior pocket on the right. Chain stitch construction is used throughout, with selvedge side gussets.
Size is labeled a 3 and fits like a standard medium. I measure the chest at 20”, shoulders at 18”, length at 27” in front and 29” in back, both from the base of the neck, and sleeves at 26” from the shoulder. This piece comes in lightly used, very good shape with no holes, tears, or stains. Made in Japan.
Shipping from Japan to anywhere will be $24.