Winter is approaching… and every fan of Japanese denim wants to find a practical and comfortable wardrobe for this time of the year.
Of course, all over the world there are different climatic conditions and winter passes by with different temperatures. As a consequence, there are different requirements for clothing.
(In this article, we will focus on more the cold winter of the northern hemisphere 🙂
The cold season brings with itself the need of wearing jackets and the « middle layer », in the form of comfortable and durable Japanese knitwear, (about which we already wrote earlier!) , as well as reliable heavy denim of high density can be used.
Let’s try some examples of these available for sale in Denimio. (Maybe these will pique your interest;)
Let’s get started.
Example 1
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For those regions and countries where the winter is really cold, there is no way to deal with it without a warm and reliable jacket that keeps heat well and protects the wearer from the cold wind.
SAMURAI JEANS
MCRJ17 SPECTOR JACKET
When it comes to a manufacturer such as Samurai Jeans, ,as a rule, all the things produced by this brand bear the aesthetics of the « jeans style ».
This jacket from the « automobile » Samurai’s series, inspired by old racing cars, as evidenced by the lining, are made in the color of the signal flags in a black and white cage and spectacular armband.
As a material for the top, this jacket uses a combination of strong nylon and dense denim. The material is additionally treated for protection against moisture. The jacket has a synthetic insulation across.
This model is available in two versions: completely black and in combination colors of indigo and black.
Middle layer
As a middle layer, a dense cotton sweatshirt will be very comfortable to the body as well as good to keep the heat.
ENTRY SG
R3010CBL/RE « KING » RAGLAN SLEEVE SWEAT SHIRT
The small Tokyo company ENTRY SG specializes precisely in the production of high-quality Tsuri-Ami jerseys by the old Loopwheeller equipment. Such things are quite simple outwardly- however, production on circular knitting machines makes it possible to obtain a sweatshirt without seams on the sides, which possesses exceptional softness, due to the fact that during the production the yarn does not experience tension.
Bottom
Of course, in the cold season, jeans from dense and super-dense denim will be in high demand. One of the most interesting options when it comes to dense jeans would be from Oni Denim
ONI DENIM
575NST 22OZ NATURAL INDIGO REGULAR STRAIGHT « NO ARC » VERSION
575NST 22OZ NATURAL INDIGO REGULAR STRAIGHT « NO ARC » VERSION
These are comfortable jeans in a regular fit. The density of denim is 22OZ. Initially, such jeans will seem very tough, but sooner than later they will become softer. Another feature of these jeans is that they are painted with a natural dye based on indigo leaves.
Footwear
This coming season brings with itself the demands for reliability and effective protection against moisture/liquids for shoes. Thus, without a pair of strong and reliable shoes it will be impossible to survive this cold season.
ROLLING DUB TRIO
RDT-A12 “COUPEN 7” 7 HOLE WORK BOOTS (OIL BLACK)
RDT-A12 “COUPEN 7” 7 HOLE WORK BOOTS (OIL BLACK)
The company ROLLING DUB TRIO is a very small handicraft workshop, engaged in small-scale production of footwear.
High-quality thick leather is used, the sole is sewn on technology Goodyear welt, Cat’s Paw heels are used.
Accessories
As it often happens, useful and irreplaceable accessories make our life more convenient- it is very difficult without such things to survive In the cold season.
SAMURAI JEANS
MC501NC17-C -WATCH KNIT CAP
A dense hat made of wool, released in the « motorcycle » series from Samurai with a notable logo. The cap is tied in warm wool and is available in three colors: black, brown and blue.
VINTAGE WORKS
DH5697 HANDMADE LEATHER BELT (BRONZE)
VINTAGE WORKS manufactures belts completely hand-made from high-quality leather. Brass buckles are cast separately at the same plant. Each belt is wrapped in a special metal round jar.
Example 2
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For warmer weather, if the winter is not frosty, (but windy enough), a lighter jacket would do.
SAMURAI JEANS
SJMPK17 JAZZ NEP DENIM MOUNTAIN PARKER
Before us you can see a classic mountain parka in the style of the 70’s made by Samurai jeans. The jacket has a classic mountain park style with a comfortable hood and roomy overhead pockets. For the top material, a combination of tweed and denim woven from long-staple Zimbabwe cotton are used. Authentic lightning is produced by Scovill.
The jacket is available in classic indigo color as well as in black.
Middle layer
Under the jacket you can always pair any outfit with a beautiful stylish shirt from a dense fabric.
MOMOTARO JEANS
05-109 CHECK WORK SHIRT (ORANGE) (ORANGE)
05-109 CHECK WORK SHIRT (ORANGE) (ORANGE)
This is a basic and irreplaceable piece of clothing of a everyday man- a checkered shirt, which could be perfectly worn with denim
Bottom
As always, we have a wide selection of jeans from dense denim, which will protect us in windy weather.
SAMURAI JEANS
S710XX19OZ TIGHT STRAIGHT SELVAGE DENIM
710th model Samurai Jeans is the legendary and most recognizable model of this brand. Perhaps you can hardly find a man wh is fond of Japanese denim and does not know about it. These jeans have a modern, slightly tapering downward silhouette and a tight 19OZ denim with a slubby texture. Such a denim very quickly acquires a beautiful fade with also beautiful contrast.
Footwear
Since we are talking about clothing designed for slightly warmer weather, it will be possible to pick up boots a little easier.
ROLLING DUB TRIO
RDT-A01 COUPEN TAN
These shoes are a lower version of the classic model RDT-A12. The peculiarity of this version is the use of the skin of vegetable tanning, which is not subjected to preliminary staining. Such skin over time would look very beautiful when changes the color from lighter shades to darker.
Accessories.
As protection for your head here you can use a stylish cap) For example, this option from Samurai Jeans
SAMURAI JEANS
SJ301CT17-HB HERRINGBONE DENIM CAP
SUGAR CANE
SC02320 GARRISON BELT (BLACK, BEIGE, BROWN)
SC02320 GARRISON BELT (BLACK, BEIGE, BROWN)
A reliable leather belt will always be useful (even if it is not always visible under your clothes). There are three types of belts made of genuine leather in black, brown and beige colors. The beige belt is especially interesting. Such a material will beautifully change color with time.
Example 3
If you need reliable protection from cold and you appreciate vintage items and military aesthetics, then you will definitely like Buzz Rickson’s N-1 deck jacket
BUZZ RICKSON’S
BR12031 N-1 DECK JACKET KHAKI
BR12031 N-1 DECK JACKET KHAKI
The jacket is a very carefully executed replica of the historical deck jacket used in the US Navy in the 1940s. It has a warm collar and lining using alpaca wool, and are made without any compromises with the highest quality.
Middle layer
STUDIO D’ARTISAN
9882 WAKAYAMA LOOPWHEELED BOTH V TRAINER
Very warm and tight sweater from STUDIO D’ARTISAN. Made in vintage style. Very high density and a warm cotton fleece will reliably keep the heat in any weather.
Bottom
STUDIO D’ARTISAN
SD-301 18.5OZ REGULAR STRAIGHT
SD-301 18.5OZ REGULAR STRAIGHT
Jeans from the 300 series in STUDIO D’ARTISAN are the most dense in their collection. The density of such denim is 18.5OZ. Unlike manufacturers such as Samurai and Oni, denim jeans STUDIO D’ARTISAN is very smooth with a smooth texture. It is distinguished by softness and velvety. These jeans, despite the density very quickly wear out and become literally like « second skin ». At the same time, a sufficiently large density effectively protects against cold wind and bad weather.
Footwear
We will complement this style with practical and durable footwear
LONE WOLF
LW00450 WORK BOOTS « MECHANIC » (DARK BROWN)
LW00450 WORK BOOTS « MECHANIC » (DARK BROWN)
LONE WOLF is one of the divisions of Toyo, which also includes Sugar Cane and Buzz Rickson’s. Shoes are produced in small print runs, using high-quality leather manufactured by the American Horween tanner, painted with aniline dyes. The sole of a mixture of rubber and cork allows you to slightly reduce the weight of these shoes. These use the dedstock heels from Cat’s Paw, which are currently not produced for several decades, but the stock is still sufficient to provide to such small shoe manufacturing.
Accessories.
We will complement this style with a very high-quality belt from Samurai Jeans
SAMURAI JEANS
BELT W001 HEAVY CURVE BELT NATURAL
It is a belt made of very thick leather with a thickness of 5-8mm. For convenience of use, the belt is specially curved. Very powerful and reliable.
We have presented to you only a few variants of combinations that could be created from our winter collection. With all these beauties at hand, you are now able to choose and combine your own favorite clothing for this weather. In any case, all set and ready for the new season!