Sugar Cane Men's 1953 Type II Reproduction Denim Jacket, 14.25 oz. 100% Cotton Selvedge Denim, One-Wash Finish, Made in Japan (SC11953, 421A Dark Indigo)
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Sugar Cane Men's 1953 Type II Reproduction Denim Jacket, 14.25 oz. 100% Cotton Selvedge Denim, One-Wash Finish, Made in Japan (SC11953, 421A Dark Indigo)
Sugar Cane
This men's 1953-model reproduction denim jacket is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on a vintage denim jacket from 1953, it recreates the construction and details of the style commonly known as the Type II, or second model. The design reflects a period when denim jackets were moving beyond their role as work clothing and becoming part of everyday casual dress, while still retaining practical features developed for working use.
The jacket is made from 14.25 oz. 100% cotton selvedge denim in dark indigo and receives a one-wash finish that softens its initial stiffness while preserving the fabric's substantial body. Its construction includes a five-button front, two flap-covered chest pockets, front pleats secured with box stitching, rear action pleats, button-adjustable waist tabs, and two-panel set-in sleeves with single-button cuffs and copper-rivet reinforcement at the sleeve openings. Moderate room through the chest and a slightly shorter body create a classic silhouette that retains the boxy character of a 1950s denim jacket. The unlined construction makes it suitable for layering over T-shirts and shirts, bringing the functional details of vintage workwear into everyday casual wear.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
The jacket has a classic fit with moderate room through the chest and a slightly shorter body length. The body tapers subtly from the underarms toward the hem, but remains relatively straight through the torso. This restrained shaping preserves the boxy proportions associated with 1950s denim jackets while allowing the lower edge to sit naturally around the waist.
The set-in sleeves follow the shoulder line, and the armholes provide moderate room for movement. Button-adjustable tabs at the back sides of the waistband allow the lower opening to be drawn in when a closer fit around the waist is preferred. The adjustment affects the fit at the hem while leaving the jacket's overall chest and shoulder proportions unchanged.
The overall silhouette retains the practical ease of workwear without closely tracing the contours of the body. As the denim gradually softens through wear and washing, it becomes more accustomed to the wearer's shape and movement. The woven denim has limited stretch, so please allow sufficient room for your preferred layers when choosing a size.
Actual fit will vary depending on your body type, the thickness of the clothing worn underneath, and your personal preference. Please lay flat a similar denim jacket that fits you well and compare its chest width, body length, center-back sleeve length, shoulder-seam sleeve length, and shoulder width with the measurements below.
Our model wears Tagged Size 38. He is 175 cm / approximately 5'9" tall, weighs 59 kg / approximately 130 lbs, and has a 91 cm / approximately 36" chest. For reference, he normally wears a US/EU size S/36.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements. Width is the flat measurement across the garment and represents half of the garment's chest circumference, not the full circumference or the wearer's chest size.
In inches
Tagged Size 36
Width: 20.1" / Length: 23.2"
Sleeve: 31.1" (22.4") / Shoulder: 17.3"
Tagged Size 38
Width: 21.3" / Length: 24.4"
Sleeve: 32.7" (23.2") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size 40
Width: 22.4" / Length: 25.6"
Sleeve: 34.3" (24.4") / Shoulder: 19.7"
Tagged Size 42
Width: 23.6" / Length: 26.0"
Sleeve: 34.6" (24.4") / Shoulder: 20.5"
Tagged Size 44
Width: 24.8" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 35.8" (25.2") / Shoulder: 21.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size 36
Width: 51cm / Length: 59cm
Sleeve: 79cm (57cm) / Shoulder: 44cm
Tagged Size 38
Width: 54cm / Length: 62cm
Sleeve: 83cm (59cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size 40
Width: 57cm / Length: 65cm
Sleeve: 87cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
Tagged Size 42
Width: 60cm / Length: 66cm
Sleeve: 88cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 52cm
Tagged Size 44
Width: 63cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 91cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 55cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3cm (about 1.2 in.) below the underarms.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, at the seam where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the hem. The height of the collar is not included in this measurement.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): The first sleeve measurement is taken from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the cuff.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from one shoulder seam to the other.
Made in Japan.
- Brand new, in unused condition.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
- Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
1953 Type II Reproduction and Workwear Background
This model reproduces the construction and detailing of a vintage denim jacket from 1953, commonly referred to as the Type II or second model. The original style belongs to a transitional period when denim jackets were becoming established as everyday casual clothing while continuing to carry the practical construction of earlier work jackets.
Two symmetrically positioned chest pockets and adjustable tabs at the waist are central to its design. These features combine usable storage and fit adjustment with the balanced front and compact proportions associated with the style. The 1953 type is one of the representative denim-jacket designs of the 1950s and is also known for its association with Elvis Presley, who wore this style. This jacket is a newly made Sugar Cane reproduction.
Classic Proportions with a Slightly Shorter Body
Moderate room through the chest is paired with a slightly shorter body length. The torso narrows only subtly toward the hem, retaining a relatively straight outline and the boxy character of the original workwear design. The set-in sleeves and moderately roomy armholes complement this balance, while the waistband tabs provide adjustment at the lower opening.
These proportions leave room for movement without shaping the jacket closely around the body. Together, the compact length, restrained taper, and practical upper-body ease recall the period when denim jackets were becoming familiar casual garments. Repeated wear and washing gradually soften the fabric and allow it to settle into a more individual fit.
14.25 oz. 100% Cotton Indigo Selvedge Denim
The jacket is made from 14.25 oz. selvedge denim woven from 100% cotton. Indigo yarns form the warp, while undyed, natural-colored yarns form the weft. The dark indigo face is subtly interrupted by small glimpses of the lighter weft, creating depth and a restrained, mottled appearance across the surface.
Fine irregularities in the yarn and a light fuzz of cotton fibers remain visible. These details give the denim a mildly coarse, naturally varied texture rather than a completely smooth, uniform finish. The pale flecks and fine surface variation contribute to the understated, rugged appearance associated with vintage workwear denim.
At 14.25 oz., the fabric has a balanced thickness for a denim jacket, with enough substance to hold its shape without feeling exceptionally heavy or thick. It retains the firmness and body characteristic of denim, while the finish keeps it from feeling excessively rigid. Thickness and firmness give the jacket its defined outline; gradual softening with wear allows the material to become more comfortable and responsive to movement.
One-Wash Finish and Subsequent Dimensional Changes
The jacket is washed once during the finishing stage of production. This initial wash eases the stiffness of the new denim and gives it a moderately broken-in feel from the first wear, while preserving enough body to retain the jacket's structure.
Because the initial wash takes place before the garment is sold, substantial first-wash shrinkage is less likely than with an unwashed garment. The finish does not eliminate all potential for later changes in size. The 100% cotton denim may still undergo slight dimensional changes depending on subsequent washing and drying conditions, as well as differences between individual garments.
Natural Indigo Fading and Individual Wear Patterns
With repeated wear and washing, the denim gradually softens and the indigo develops natural variations in tone. Areas exposed to regular bending and friction tend to show these changes more clearly, including the collar fold, front placket, yoke seams, pocket edges, elbows, cuffs, and hem.
The location and intensity of fading depend on the wearer's movements and washing routine. Raised edges, folded sections, and frequently flexed areas therefore develop differently over time, giving each jacket its own pattern of lighter and darker indigo tones.
Unlined Denim Construction
The jacket is constructed without a separate lining, leaving the reverse of the denim exposed on the inside. This keeps the interior free of an additional lining layer and allows the character of the denim itself to determine the garment's body and feel.
It can be worn as a light outer layer over a T-shirt or shirt, particularly in spring and fall. The unlined construction also allows it to be used across changing seasons according to the layers worn underneath.
Five-Button Front Closure
Five buttons run down the center front. Each fastens through a corresponding horizontal buttonhole in the overlapping front edge, providing a full front opening and the straightforward button-front arrangement characteristic of this denim-jacket style.
Double-Layer Front Placket with Visible Interior Selvedge
The front placket is formed by folding the denim back on itself to create a double layer. This gives the front edges additional substance around the buttons and buttonholes, where the fabric is repeatedly handled and pulled during fastening and unfastening.
The doubled construction helps support the closure and limit stretching or distortion along the front opening over time. The horizontal buttonholes are worked into this reinforced area, connecting the functional closure to the folded structure of the placket.
The selvedge edge of the fabric remains visible inside the placket facing. This is the finished woven edge of the denim, incorporated into an interior area that is normally concealed when the jacket is worn. Its placement carries a characteristic element of vintage denim construction into the inside finish of the garment.
Turn-Down Collar without a Separate Collar Stand
The collar is attached directly to the neckline of the body without a separate collar stand. Its base therefore meets the jacket itself, with no additional standing band between the body and the fold-over collar section.
This construction allows the collar to turn back in a relatively flat shape and sit naturally around the neck. The lower-profile fold contributes to the familiar neckline and classic appearance of a 1950s second-model denim jacket.
Symmetrical Flap-Covered Chest Patch Pockets
A patch pocket is sewn onto the outside of each side of the chest, with a separate flap positioned above the opening. Each flap has a vertical buttonhole that fastens over a button attached to the pocket body, covering the top of the pocket when closed.
The pocket bodies have a five-sided, home-plate-like outline with a point at the lower center. The flaps have angled lower corners that complement the pocket shape beneath them. These defined outlines remain visible against the front panels and give the pocket arrangement a distinct geometric character.
The paired pockets provide practical storage while establishing the symmetrical front appearance associated with the 1953 Type II design. Their placement and flap construction are integral to both the utility and the recognizable appearance of the jacket.
Front Yokes and Four Pleats Secured with Box Stitching
Yoke seams divide the upper front from the lower front panels. Below the yokes, each side of the front has two vertical pleats, making four pleats in total. The pleats are formed by folding the body fabric inward and anchoring the folds with horizontally elongated box stitching at the upper, middle, and lower sections.
The folded fabric provides a small reserve of ease in a material with limited stretch. As the wearer reaches forward or raises the arms, the pleats can open slightly between their secured sections to accommodate movement across the chest. In a resting position, the folds lie together and preserve the front's compact outline.
The box stitching controls the folded sections while making their attachment points visible on the face of the jacket. The combination of vertical pleats and horizontal stitched boxes is one of the defining construction details of the 1953 model.
Horizontal Back Yoke and Extended Rear Action Pleats
A horizontal back yoke separates the upper back from the main back panel. Below the yoke, a vertical action pleat is formed on each side by folding the denim, with the folded sections continuing down to the waistband.
When the wearer extends the arms forward, these folds can open to provide additional ease across the back and shoulder area. This movement comes from the reserve fabric held in the pleats, helping the jacket accommodate upper-body motion despite the limited stretch of the woven denim. Working together with the front pleats, the back construction retains a practical workwear approach to mobility.
Button-Adjustable Tabs at the Back Sides of the Waistband
An adjustment tab is positioned at each back side of the waistband. One end of each tab is sewn to the jacket, while the free end has a buttonhole that can be fastened to either of two buttons.
The outer button serves as a keeper, holding the tab in place while leaving the waistband uncinched. Fastening the tab to the inner button draws in the waistband, allowing the fit around the waist to be tightened.
Two-Panel Set-In Sleeves
Each sleeve is assembled from two denim panels sewn together and is then joined to the corresponding armhole in the body using set-in construction. The armhole seam forms a distinct junction between the body and sleeve, while the seams joining the two sleeve panels define the sleeve's construction along its length.
This arrangement carries the shoulder line naturally into the sleeve and works with the moderate ease in the armhole. The panel joins are part of the sleeve's actual assembly and contribute to the visible construction lines of the jacket.
Single-Button Cuffs and Sleeve Placket Openings
Each sleeve ends in a cuff secured by one button. A slit, or sleeve placket opening, extends upward from the cuff into the sleeve, allowing the lower sleeve to open when the cuff button is undone.
Opening the cuff increases the space available for the hand to pass through. Fastening the button brings the cuff back into its closed shape, providing a defined wrist opening while keeping the jacket straightforward to put on and remove.
Copper-Rivet Reinforcement at the Sleeve Openings
A copper rivet reinforces the upper end of each cuff slit, where the opening stops and the sleeve fabric becomes continuous again. This is a point where stress can concentrate as the cuff is opened and the hand passes through.
The rivet adds metal reinforcement at the end of the opening, supplementing the stitching and helping limit tearing and wear caused by repeated handling. Its placement reflects the use of practical reinforcement details in traditional workwear.
Antique-Finished Iron Buttons with Stamped Lettering
The buttons are made from iron with an antique finish, and their faces are stamped with the wording "SUGAR CANE TOYO & CO." The subdued metal tone sits against the dark indigo denim and complements the utilitarian appearance of 1950s work clothing.
Iron develops changes in surface tone and luster through use and age, and rust may also occur. Rust can appear at a relatively early stage, depending on conditions. These changes are characteristic of iron hardware and form part of the individual aging of the buttons alongside the denim.
Interior Leather Brand Patch and Size Tag
A leather patch bearing the "SUGAR CANE & Co." design is sewn inside the back neck, with the size tag inserted along its upper edge. The patch is stitched directly to the body fabric rather than attached to a separate lining.
Because the stitching passes through the back panel, the outline used to secure the patch appears as a visible rectangle on the outside of the upper back. This four-sided stitch outline results from the attachment of the interior leather patch and is part of the jacket's construction.
Visible Stitching along the Garment's Construction Lines
Stitching follows the joins and attachment edges of the garment's components, making the arrangement of the panels and details visible from the outside. The lines trace the jacket's construction and give visual definition to its yokes, pockets, pleats, and other assembled sections.
The appearance of the stitchwork is connected to the way the jacket is put together. Along with the stitched outline of the interior neck patch, these visible lines emphasize the structure of the denim garment and reinforce its workwear character.
Made in Japan
Sugar Cane by Toyo Enterprises, Lot No. SC11953, "14.25 oz. Denim Jacket 1953 Model," is made in Japan. Its 14.25 oz. cotton selvedge denim, paired chest pockets, secured front pleats, rear action pleats, adjustable waistband tabs, and rivet-reinforced sleeve openings reproduce the constructional character of the 1953 second-model design.
The jacket retains the practical features of work clothing while expressing the proportions and appearance of a period when denim jackets were becoming everyday casual wear. The dark indigo one-wash finish gives the fabric an initially softened feel, with further changes in texture and color developing through wear and washing.
Please note: This product is dyed with indigo. Fading or dye transfer may occur due to friction, perspiration, or contact with water, particularly during initial wear. Please take special care when the garment comes into contact with light-colored clothing, bags, shoes, car seats, sofas, or similar items. To help prevent dye from transferring to other garments, wash this item separately. Avoid using bleach, a dryer, or hot water, and do not soak the garment for extended periods or leave it wet. Remove the garment promptly after washing, reshape it, and allow it to dry. Dye may transfer if the garment is placed against or stacked with other clothing or fabric items while wet.
Care Instructions
Machine wash on a gentle cycle at a maximum water temperature of 30°C (86°F).
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Line dry in the shade.
Iron on a low heat setting with a pressing cloth.
Gentle professional dry cleaning with petroleum-based solvents is permitted.
Please refer to the care label attached to the actual product when caring for the garment.
Important Notes
- Our inventory is shared among our physical retail store and multiple online stores, so inventory changes may not always be reflected immediately on each website.
- Even after an order has been placed, an item may occasionally be sold out due to the timing of purchases. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Because individual garments and measuring methods may vary, slight measurement differences may occur.
- The actual color of the product may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions and the settings of your monitor or display.
Sugar Cane
This men's 1953-model reproduction denim jacket is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on a vintage denim jacket from 1953, it recreates the construction and details of the style commonly known as the Type II, or second model. The design reflects a period when denim jackets were moving beyond their role as work clothing and becoming part of everyday casual dress, while still retaining practical features developed for working use.
The jacket is made from 14.25 oz. 100% cotton selvedge denim in dark indigo and receives a one-wash finish that softens its initial stiffness while preserving the fabric's substantial body. Its construction includes a five-button front, two flap-covered chest pockets, front pleats secured with box stitching, rear action pleats, button-adjustable waist tabs, and two-panel set-in sleeves with single-button cuffs and copper-rivet reinforcement at the sleeve openings. Moderate room through the chest and a slightly shorter body create a classic silhouette that retains the boxy character of a 1950s denim jacket. The unlined construction makes it suitable for layering over T-shirts and shirts, bringing the functional details of vintage workwear into everyday casual wear.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
The jacket has a classic fit with moderate room through the chest and a slightly shorter body length. The body tapers subtly from the underarms toward the hem, but remains relatively straight through the torso. This restrained shaping preserves the boxy proportions associated with 1950s denim jackets while allowing the lower edge to sit naturally around the waist.
The set-in sleeves follow the shoulder line, and the armholes provide moderate room for movement. Button-adjustable tabs at the back sides of the waistband allow the lower opening to be drawn in when a closer fit around the waist is preferred. The adjustment affects the fit at the hem while leaving the jacket's overall chest and shoulder proportions unchanged.
The overall silhouette retains the practical ease of workwear without closely tracing the contours of the body. As the denim gradually softens through wear and washing, it becomes more accustomed to the wearer's shape and movement. The woven denim has limited stretch, so please allow sufficient room for your preferred layers when choosing a size.
Actual fit will vary depending on your body type, the thickness of the clothing worn underneath, and your personal preference. Please lay flat a similar denim jacket that fits you well and compare its chest width, body length, center-back sleeve length, shoulder-seam sleeve length, and shoulder width with the measurements below.
Our model wears Tagged Size 38. He is 175 cm / approximately 5'9" tall, weighs 59 kg / approximately 130 lbs, and has a 91 cm / approximately 36" chest. For reference, he normally wears a US/EU size S/36.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements. Width is the flat measurement across the garment and represents half of the garment's chest circumference, not the full circumference or the wearer's chest size.
In inches
Tagged Size 36
Width: 20.1" / Length: 23.2"
Sleeve: 31.1" (22.4") / Shoulder: 17.3"
Tagged Size 38
Width: 21.3" / Length: 24.4"
Sleeve: 32.7" (23.2") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size 40
Width: 22.4" / Length: 25.6"
Sleeve: 34.3" (24.4") / Shoulder: 19.7"
Tagged Size 42
Width: 23.6" / Length: 26.0"
Sleeve: 34.6" (24.4") / Shoulder: 20.5"
Tagged Size 44
Width: 24.8" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 35.8" (25.2") / Shoulder: 21.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size 36
Width: 51cm / Length: 59cm
Sleeve: 79cm (57cm) / Shoulder: 44cm
Tagged Size 38
Width: 54cm / Length: 62cm
Sleeve: 83cm (59cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size 40
Width: 57cm / Length: 65cm
Sleeve: 87cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
Tagged Size 42
Width: 60cm / Length: 66cm
Sleeve: 88cm (62cm) / Shoulder: 52cm
Tagged Size 44
Width: 63cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 91cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 55cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3cm (about 1.2 in.) below the underarms.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, at the seam where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the hem. The height of the collar is not included in this measurement.
Sleeve (Center-Back Sleeve Length): The first sleeve measurement is taken from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the cuff.
Sleeve in Parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve measurement shown in parentheses is taken from the top of the shoulder seam down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from one shoulder seam to the other.
Made in Japan.
- Brand new, in unused condition.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method.
- Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings.
1953 Type II Reproduction and Workwear Background
This model reproduces the construction and detailing of a vintage denim jacket from 1953, commonly referred to as the Type II or second model. The original style belongs to a transitional period when denim jackets were becoming established as everyday casual clothing while continuing to carry the practical construction of earlier work jackets.
Two symmetrically positioned chest pockets and adjustable tabs at the waist are central to its design. These features combine usable storage and fit adjustment with the balanced front and compact proportions associated with the style. The 1953 type is one of the representative denim-jacket designs of the 1950s and is also known for its association with Elvis Presley, who wore this style. This jacket is a newly made Sugar Cane reproduction.
Classic Proportions with a Slightly Shorter Body
Moderate room through the chest is paired with a slightly shorter body length. The torso narrows only subtly toward the hem, retaining a relatively straight outline and the boxy character of the original workwear design. The set-in sleeves and moderately roomy armholes complement this balance, while the waistband tabs provide adjustment at the lower opening.
These proportions leave room for movement without shaping the jacket closely around the body. Together, the compact length, restrained taper, and practical upper-body ease recall the period when denim jackets were becoming familiar casual garments. Repeated wear and washing gradually soften the fabric and allow it to settle into a more individual fit.
14.25 oz. 100% Cotton Indigo Selvedge Denim
The jacket is made from 14.25 oz. selvedge denim woven from 100% cotton. Indigo yarns form the warp, while undyed, natural-colored yarns form the weft. The dark indigo face is subtly interrupted by small glimpses of the lighter weft, creating depth and a restrained, mottled appearance across the surface.
Fine irregularities in the yarn and a light fuzz of cotton fibers remain visible. These details give the denim a mildly coarse, naturally varied texture rather than a completely smooth, uniform finish. The pale flecks and fine surface variation contribute to the understated, rugged appearance associated with vintage workwear denim.
At 14.25 oz., the fabric has a balanced thickness for a denim jacket, with enough substance to hold its shape without feeling exceptionally heavy or thick. It retains the firmness and body characteristic of denim, while the finish keeps it from feeling excessively rigid. Thickness and firmness give the jacket its defined outline; gradual softening with wear allows the material to become more comfortable and responsive to movement.
One-Wash Finish and Subsequent Dimensional Changes
The jacket is washed once during the finishing stage of production. This initial wash eases the stiffness of the new denim and gives it a moderately broken-in feel from the first wear, while preserving enough body to retain the jacket's structure.
Because the initial wash takes place before the garment is sold, substantial first-wash shrinkage is less likely than with an unwashed garment. The finish does not eliminate all potential for later changes in size. The 100% cotton denim may still undergo slight dimensional changes depending on subsequent washing and drying conditions, as well as differences between individual garments.
Natural Indigo Fading and Individual Wear Patterns
With repeated wear and washing, the denim gradually softens and the indigo develops natural variations in tone. Areas exposed to regular bending and friction tend to show these changes more clearly, including the collar fold, front placket, yoke seams, pocket edges, elbows, cuffs, and hem.
The location and intensity of fading depend on the wearer's movements and washing routine. Raised edges, folded sections, and frequently flexed areas therefore develop differently over time, giving each jacket its own pattern of lighter and darker indigo tones.
Unlined Denim Construction
The jacket is constructed without a separate lining, leaving the reverse of the denim exposed on the inside. This keeps the interior free of an additional lining layer and allows the character of the denim itself to determine the garment's body and feel.
It can be worn as a light outer layer over a T-shirt or shirt, particularly in spring and fall. The unlined construction also allows it to be used across changing seasons according to the layers worn underneath.
Five-Button Front Closure
Five buttons run down the center front. Each fastens through a corresponding horizontal buttonhole in the overlapping front edge, providing a full front opening and the straightforward button-front arrangement characteristic of this denim-jacket style.
Double-Layer Front Placket with Visible Interior Selvedge
The front placket is formed by folding the denim back on itself to create a double layer. This gives the front edges additional substance around the buttons and buttonholes, where the fabric is repeatedly handled and pulled during fastening and unfastening.
The doubled construction helps support the closure and limit stretching or distortion along the front opening over time. The horizontal buttonholes are worked into this reinforced area, connecting the functional closure to the folded structure of the placket.
The selvedge edge of the fabric remains visible inside the placket facing. This is the finished woven edge of the denim, incorporated into an interior area that is normally concealed when the jacket is worn. Its placement carries a characteristic element of vintage denim construction into the inside finish of the garment.
Turn-Down Collar without a Separate Collar Stand
The collar is attached directly to the neckline of the body without a separate collar stand. Its base therefore meets the jacket itself, with no additional standing band between the body and the fold-over collar section.
This construction allows the collar to turn back in a relatively flat shape and sit naturally around the neck. The lower-profile fold contributes to the familiar neckline and classic appearance of a 1950s second-model denim jacket.
Symmetrical Flap-Covered Chest Patch Pockets
A patch pocket is sewn onto the outside of each side of the chest, with a separate flap positioned above the opening. Each flap has a vertical buttonhole that fastens over a button attached to the pocket body, covering the top of the pocket when closed.
The pocket bodies have a five-sided, home-plate-like outline with a point at the lower center. The flaps have angled lower corners that complement the pocket shape beneath them. These defined outlines remain visible against the front panels and give the pocket arrangement a distinct geometric character.
The paired pockets provide practical storage while establishing the symmetrical front appearance associated with the 1953 Type II design. Their placement and flap construction are integral to both the utility and the recognizable appearance of the jacket.
Front Yokes and Four Pleats Secured with Box Stitching
Yoke seams divide the upper front from the lower front panels. Below the yokes, each side of the front has two vertical pleats, making four pleats in total. The pleats are formed by folding the body fabric inward and anchoring the folds with horizontally elongated box stitching at the upper, middle, and lower sections.
The folded fabric provides a small reserve of ease in a material with limited stretch. As the wearer reaches forward or raises the arms, the pleats can open slightly between their secured sections to accommodate movement across the chest. In a resting position, the folds lie together and preserve the front's compact outline.
The box stitching controls the folded sections while making their attachment points visible on the face of the jacket. The combination of vertical pleats and horizontal stitched boxes is one of the defining construction details of the 1953 model.
Horizontal Back Yoke and Extended Rear Action Pleats
A horizontal back yoke separates the upper back from the main back panel. Below the yoke, a vertical action pleat is formed on each side by folding the denim, with the folded sections continuing down to the waistband.
When the wearer extends the arms forward, these folds can open to provide additional ease across the back and shoulder area. This movement comes from the reserve fabric held in the pleats, helping the jacket accommodate upper-body motion despite the limited stretch of the woven denim. Working together with the front pleats, the back construction retains a practical workwear approach to mobility.
Button-Adjustable Tabs at the Back Sides of the Waistband
An adjustment tab is positioned at each back side of the waistband. One end of each tab is sewn to the jacket, while the free end has a buttonhole that can be fastened to either of two buttons.
The outer button serves as a keeper, holding the tab in place while leaving the waistband uncinched. Fastening the tab to the inner button draws in the waistband, allowing the fit around the waist to be tightened.
Two-Panel Set-In Sleeves
Each sleeve is assembled from two denim panels sewn together and is then joined to the corresponding armhole in the body using set-in construction. The armhole seam forms a distinct junction between the body and sleeve, while the seams joining the two sleeve panels define the sleeve's construction along its length.
This arrangement carries the shoulder line naturally into the sleeve and works with the moderate ease in the armhole. The panel joins are part of the sleeve's actual assembly and contribute to the visible construction lines of the jacket.
Single-Button Cuffs and Sleeve Placket Openings
Each sleeve ends in a cuff secured by one button. A slit, or sleeve placket opening, extends upward from the cuff into the sleeve, allowing the lower sleeve to open when the cuff button is undone.
Opening the cuff increases the space available for the hand to pass through. Fastening the button brings the cuff back into its closed shape, providing a defined wrist opening while keeping the jacket straightforward to put on and remove.
Copper-Rivet Reinforcement at the Sleeve Openings
A copper rivet reinforces the upper end of each cuff slit, where the opening stops and the sleeve fabric becomes continuous again. This is a point where stress can concentrate as the cuff is opened and the hand passes through.
The rivet adds metal reinforcement at the end of the opening, supplementing the stitching and helping limit tearing and wear caused by repeated handling. Its placement reflects the use of practical reinforcement details in traditional workwear.
Antique-Finished Iron Buttons with Stamped Lettering
The buttons are made from iron with an antique finish, and their faces are stamped with the wording "SUGAR CANE TOYO & CO." The subdued metal tone sits against the dark indigo denim and complements the utilitarian appearance of 1950s work clothing.
Iron develops changes in surface tone and luster through use and age, and rust may also occur. Rust can appear at a relatively early stage, depending on conditions. These changes are characteristic of iron hardware and form part of the individual aging of the buttons alongside the denim.
Interior Leather Brand Patch and Size Tag
A leather patch bearing the "SUGAR CANE & Co." design is sewn inside the back neck, with the size tag inserted along its upper edge. The patch is stitched directly to the body fabric rather than attached to a separate lining.
Because the stitching passes through the back panel, the outline used to secure the patch appears as a visible rectangle on the outside of the upper back. This four-sided stitch outline results from the attachment of the interior leather patch and is part of the jacket's construction.
Visible Stitching along the Garment's Construction Lines
Stitching follows the joins and attachment edges of the garment's components, making the arrangement of the panels and details visible from the outside. The lines trace the jacket's construction and give visual definition to its yokes, pockets, pleats, and other assembled sections.
The appearance of the stitchwork is connected to the way the jacket is put together. Along with the stitched outline of the interior neck patch, these visible lines emphasize the structure of the denim garment and reinforce its workwear character.
Made in Japan
Sugar Cane by Toyo Enterprises, Lot No. SC11953, "14.25 oz. Denim Jacket 1953 Model," is made in Japan. Its 14.25 oz. cotton selvedge denim, paired chest pockets, secured front pleats, rear action pleats, adjustable waistband tabs, and rivet-reinforced sleeve openings reproduce the constructional character of the 1953 second-model design.
The jacket retains the practical features of work clothing while expressing the proportions and appearance of a period when denim jackets were becoming everyday casual wear. The dark indigo one-wash finish gives the fabric an initially softened feel, with further changes in texture and color developing through wear and washing.
Please note: This product is dyed with indigo. Fading or dye transfer may occur due to friction, perspiration, or contact with water, particularly during initial wear. Please take special care when the garment comes into contact with light-colored clothing, bags, shoes, car seats, sofas, or similar items. To help prevent dye from transferring to other garments, wash this item separately. Avoid using bleach, a dryer, or hot water, and do not soak the garment for extended periods or leave it wet. Remove the garment promptly after washing, reshape it, and allow it to dry. Dye may transfer if the garment is placed against or stacked with other clothing or fabric items while wet.
Care Instructions
Machine wash on a gentle cycle at a maximum water temperature of 30°C (86°F).
Do not bleach.
Do not tumble dry.
Line dry in the shade.
Iron on a low heat setting with a pressing cloth.
Gentle professional dry cleaning with petroleum-based solvents is permitted.
Please refer to the care label attached to the actual product when caring for the garment.
Important Notes
- Our inventory is shared among our physical retail store and multiple online stores, so inventory changes may not always be reflected immediately on each website.
- Even after an order has been placed, an item may occasionally be sold out due to the timing of purchases. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
- All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Because individual garments and measuring methods may vary, slight measurement differences may occur.
- The actual color of the product may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on lighting conditions and the settings of your monitor or display.
