ALPHA INDUSTRIES Jacket MA1 Souvenir Double Dragon Reversible Flight Bomber Grey

ALPHA INDUSTRIES Jacket MA1 Souvenir Double Dragon Reversible Flight Bomber. Limited Edition: Lot 2, Edition #066 of 377. Color: New Silver / Silver Blue -- Reversible. Emerging from the popular customization trend of WWII, the souvenir Shinto jacket showcases two nature gods from Japanese mythology. A lightweight, raglan sleeve bomber with souvenir jacket styled embroideries. Alpha logo on zig-zag zipper extension.

MA-1 utility pocket on sleeve. Signature red "Remove Before Flight" flag.

Shinto embroidery on chest and back. Knit rib collar, cuffs and waistband. Suitable for spring and fall seasons above 40F. In recent years, the souvenir jacket has gained popularity on both the runways and the streets.

Despite their recent resurgence, souvenir jackets have a storied past dating back the end of WWII when U. Servicemen and women stationed in Japan would commission these embroidered hand-made jackets as literal souvenirs to bring home. The original souvenir jacket, or sukajan in Japanese, can be traced back to a single American soldier stationed in Yokosuka, Japan. There, he took his government-issued bomber jacket to a tailor to have it embroidered with decorative elements commemorating his time spent overseas. Fellow comrades soon followed in his footsteps before popularity spread to other U.

Demand for the personalized ornamental jackets subsequently spread across Asia, Europe, and the United States. Famous designs included Japanese and Chinese dragons in addition to elements such as eagles and fish. A great deal of the jackets also depicted detailed maps of military campaigns. Understanding the cultural significance and context of the souvenir jacket is key when looking at Alpha Industries variations of the timeless style.

A key piece from the current collection is the reversible White MA-1 Souvenir Tiger. The Japanese tiger, a symbol of power and courage, is intricately embroidered on the front and back of the garment. Another highlight of the collection is the reversible MA-1 Souvenir Shinto with Japan and Yokosuka embroidered on the back, it pays homage to the location where the first souvenir jacket came into existence.

The jacket also depicts the Japanese gods of rain, thunder, and lightning in the Shinto religion. Alpha Industries unique reinterpretations of the iconic souvenir jacket are sure to carry on their lasting appeal. The item "ALPHA INDUSTRIES Jacket MA1 Souvenir Double Dragon Reversible Flight Bomber Grey" is in sale since Wednesday, November 14, 2018. This item is in the category "Clothing, Shoes & Accessories\Men\Men's Clothing\Coats & Jackets". The seller is "americanstreetstyle" and is located in San Francisco, California. This item can be shipped to United States, Russian federation, Canada, United Kingdom, Denmark, Romania, Slovakia, Bulgaria, Czech republic, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Estonia, Australia, Greece, Portugal, Cyprus, Slovenia, Japan, China, Sweden, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, Belgium, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Spain, Italy, Germany, Austria, Bahamas, Israel, Mexico, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Switzerland, Norway, Saudi arabia, United arab emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Croatia, Malaysia, Brazil, Chile, Costa rica, Dominican republic, Panama, Trinidad and tobago, Guatemala, El salvador, Honduras, Jamaica, Antigua and barbuda, Aruba, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Montserrat, Turks and caicos islands, Bangladesh, Bermuda, Brunei darussalam, Bolivia, Ecuador, Egypt, French guiana, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, Macao, Martinique, Maldives, Nicaragua, Peru, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Viet nam, Uruguay.

Size: M
Water Resistance Level: Water-Resistant
Model: MA-1 Bomber
Department: Men
Season: Fall
Pattern: Solid
Type: Jacket
Color: Gray
Vintage: No
MPN: MJS47500C1
Occasion: Casual
Brand: Alpha Industries
Size Type: Regular
Accents: Japanese Embroidery
Style: Flight/Bomber
Outer Shell Material: Nylon
Product Line: Souvenir
Theme: Military
Features: Reversable
Modified Item: No
Length: Hip
Material: Nylon
Embroidery: Double embroideries back of jacket
Warmth: Lightweight
Closure: Zipper