Up for sale here is a jacket from French workwear label Vetra. There are a number of similar French heritage labels offering no-fuss, well made and timeless pieces (which are often still somehow made in France). These include labels like Danton, Laboureur and Orcival. Vetra definitely fits in the same mold, where they’ve been producing quality work wear in France for quite a while now.
Silhouette here is based on the classic coverall jacket, done in a light weight cotton. The fabric is ideal for the warmer seasons, providing a nice outer layer and some protection from the elements. Probably the best part of this piece is the coloring. The jacket started out as a solid purple but has gradually developed over time with wear, where it has artfully faded. This sort of patina is not the easiest to come by and if anything elevates the jacket above the standard coverall.
Aside from the fabric details are kept pretty basic, with a five button closure down the front with two large side pockets, a chest pocket, as well as an interior pocket. It’s a no-fuss, classic design. The sort of thing the French are best at: classy, highly functional, timeless, and effortlessly cool. This will go with pretty much everything, keep you comfortable, and will work really well as a fall-spring-summer layering piece.
Size is labeled a 38 and fits a medium well. I measure the chest at 21”, shoulders at 18”, length at 28.5” and sleeves at 23.5” from the shoulder. The jacket comes in lightly used, very good shape with no holes, tears or stains. Made in France.
Shipping from Japan to anywhere will be $30.