Sugar Cane Men's Hickory Stripe Work Shirt, Heavyweight Cotton Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt, Made in Japan (SC27853 119 Black)
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Sugar Cane Men's Hickory Stripe Work Shirt, Heavyweight Cotton Long-Sleeve Button-Up Shirt, Made in Japan (SC27853)
Sugar Cane
Available Colors
This men's long-sleeve cotton button-up shirt is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on the classic design of vintage American work shirts, it is constructed from heavyweight hickory stripe fabric made from 100% cotton and woven with thick yarns. The substantial fabric features clearly defined weave lines, a naturally textured surface, and a firm body characteristic of traditional workwear materials. Practical details include two button-flap chest pockets, triple-needle stitching at key seams, cat's-eye buttons, and a rounded shirttail hem. Sugar Cane's careful attention to fabric, construction, and functional details gives the shirt the rugged character of vintage American workwear while maintaining practical everyday wearability. Its classic, well-balanced design fits naturally into a contemporary casual wardrobe.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
This item generally fits close to standard U.S./EU sizing. It is cut in a classic work-shirt fit, with moderate room through the chest without being excessively slim or loose. The body falls relatively straight from the chest toward the hem, while the rounded shirttail hem provides traditional coverage and allows the shirt to sit naturally when worn either tucked or untucked. The heavyweight cotton hickory stripe fabric has a firm, substantial body, making the shirt suitable for wearing on its own or open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket. Its balanced proportions also allow it to be worn beneath many casual jackets and outerwear garments.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar long-sleeve shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur from one garment to another and depending on the measuring method.
Our model is wearing a tagged size S (14-14 1/2). He stands 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 127 lbs (58 kg), and has a 36-inch (91 cm) chest. He typically wears a U.S./EU size S (36) in most garments.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 20.9" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 31.1" (22.8") / Shoulder: 16.5"
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 22.0" / Length: 29.1"
Sleeve: 32.7" (24.8") / Shoulder: 17.7"
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 23.6" / Length: 30.3"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.5"
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 24.4" / Length: 31.1"
Sleeve: 35.0" (25.6") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 25.2" / Length: 31.1"
Sleeve: 35.4" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 53cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 79cm (58cm) / Shoulder: 42cm
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 56cm / Length: 74cm
Sleeve: 83cm (63cm) / Shoulder: 45cm
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 60cm / Length: 77cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 47cm
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 62cm / Length: 79cm
Sleeve: 89cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 64cm / Length: 79cm
Sleeve: 90cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armholes.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the back hem.
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 straight down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from the outer edge of one shoulder seam to the outer edge of the other.
Made in Japan.
Brand new with tags, 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.
Overall Product Character:
- This men's long-sleeve button-up work shirt is based on the straightforward, functional construction of traditional American work shirts. It combines substantial hickory stripe fabric with a full button front, two button-flap chest pockets, long set-in sleeves, single-button cuffs, a reinforced double-layer back yoke, a rounded shirttail hem, cat's-eye buttons, and triple-needle stitching at major seams. The pronounced woven texture, firm fabric body, and practical construction give the shirt a rugged workwear character, while its balanced classic fit makes it suitable for contemporary casual wear.
Fabric Material:
- The shirt is constructed from heavyweight hickory stripe fabric made from 100% cotton. The use of thick cotton yarns gives the material sufficient thickness, firmness, and structural body for a substantial work shirt. The fabric retains a clearly defined woven appearance rather than an excessively smooth or lightweight shirting texture. Its durable-feeling construction reflects the practical material character traditionally associated with American workwear.
Thick Cotton Yarn Construction:
- The hickory stripe fabric is woven with comparatively thick cotton yarns. The larger yarn diameter allows the individual yarn lines and their intersections to remain visible across the surface, producing a more pronounced woven structure than that of fine-yarn dress shirting or lightweight broadcloth. This substantial yarn construction contributes to the fabric's thickness, firmness, and rugged visual character while retaining the natural flexibility required for a long-sleeve shirt.
Hickory Stripe Woven Pattern:
- The continuous vertical stripes are formed as part of the woven construction of the fabric rather than being applied as a surface print. The stripe arrangement is therefore integrated directly into the textile structure. This construction gives the material the clearly recognizable appearance of traditional hickory stripe workwear and allows the pattern to work together with the visible texture of the thick cotton yarns.
Surface Texture and Fabric Body:
- The outlines of the thick yarns create clearly visible weave lines and natural dimensional variation across the fabric surface. The material has a firm, substantial hand with enough body to maintain the shape of the collar, placket, pockets, cuffs, and hem. Its texture is not completely flat or mechanically uniform. Instead, the pronounced woven structure gives the shirt the straightforward, rugged surface character associated with traditional workwear fabrics.
Fabric Weight and Layering:
- The hickory stripe fabric is heavier and more substantial than lightweight chambray or ordinary dress-shirt fabric. It provides enough structure for the shirt to be worn buttoned as a standalone garment or left open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket. At the same time, the balanced fit and controlled proportions help prevent excessive bulk, allowing the shirt to be layered beneath many casual jackets and outerwear garments.
One-Wash Finish:
- The completed garment has been washed once during production, commonly referred to as a one-wash finish. This process helps relax some of the initial stiffness associated with hickory stripe fabric woven from thick cotton yarns. It gives the material a more natural hand and drape while preserving its substantial thickness and firm body. As a result, the shirt begins to conform to the wearer more readily than an otherwise comparable unwashed garment.
- The one-wash process also helps reduce major initial shrinkage by allowing part of the fabric's first dimensional change to occur before the garment is sold. However, it does not guarantee that the shirt will remain completely unchanged in size. Minor additional shrinkage or variation may still occur depending on water temperature, washing method, drying conditions, and repeated laundering.
Fabric Aging:
- Continued wear and washing will gradually relax and soften the cotton fibers. The fabric may develop a more flexible hand, a more natural drape, and subtle variations in surface texture over time. These changes are normal characteristics of a substantial cotton workwear fabric and allow the shirt to acquire a more individualized appearance through regular use.
Fit and Silhouette:
- The shirt has a classic work-shirt fit with practical room through the chest and body. Its silhouette is neither excessively slim nor intentionally oversized. The body falls naturally from the chest toward the hem without severe tapering, creating a balanced shape that reflects traditional workwear proportions while remaining suitable for modern casual styling.
- The substantial fabric and moderate room through the body allow the shirt to be worn comfortably over a T-shirt. At the same time, the proportions are controlled enough for the garment to be layered beneath a jacket without creating unnecessary bulk. Because fit preferences and body proportions vary, the actual garment measurements should be used as the primary sizing reference.
Collar Construction:
- The neckline is finished with a standard point collar attached to a separate collar stand. The collar tapers naturally toward the points, giving it the familiar shape of a classic button-front work shirt. The separate stand forms a supporting band around the base of the neck, stabilizing the upper collar and giving the neckline appropriate structure and dimensional definition.
- Unlike an open or camp collar designed primarily to remain spread apart at the neck, this collar can be fastened completely with the top button. When fully buttoned, the collar maintains a more orderly and defined shape. When the top button is left open, the neckline forms a natural opening suitable for everyday casual wear.
Full Button-Front Closure:
- The shirt uses a full-length button-front closure, allowing the garment to open completely for easy dressing, ventilation, and layering. Six buttons are arranged along the center-front placket, and the corresponding buttonholes are positioned vertically. This uncomplicated closure reflects the practical construction of a traditional work shirt and allows the front opening to be adjusted according to temperature and layering requirements.
Upper Button Spacing:
- The distance between the top button and the second button is slightly narrower than the spacing between the remaining buttons below. This arrangement helps control the opening at the neckline when only the top button is left unfastened. It allows the collar to open naturally without creating an unnecessarily deep or widely spread front opening.
Reinforced Front Placket:
- The center-front placket is constructed with a doubled layer of fabric around the buttons and buttonholes. This additional thickness stabilizes the front opening and reinforces an area repeatedly subjected to pulling, fastening, and unfastening. The doubled construction also helps the front edges retain their shape and reduces excessive distortion around the button attachment points and buttonholes during regular wear and laundering.
Set-In Sleeve Construction:
- The shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve attachment beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam. This creates a clearly defined shoulder line and a structured shirt profile, in contrast to raglan construction, in which the sleeve panel extends toward the neckline. The set-in configuration allows the sleeves to fall naturally from the shoulders and supports the traditional appearance of a classic button-up work shirt.
Chest Pocket Construction:
- Two patch pockets are sewn directly onto the exterior of the front body, with one pocket positioned on each side of the chest. Because they are patch pockets, the complete pocket bodies are applied to the surface of the shirt rather than inserted into openings cut into the front panels. Each pocket is covered by a separate button-fastened flap, which helps retain small personal items and gives the chest area a balanced workwear appearance.
- The two lower corners of each pocket body are gently rounded rather than sharply squared. This shape softens the visual outline of the pockets while preserving their practical capacity and straightforward construction. The combination of exterior patch pockets and buttoned flaps is a functional detail closely associated with traditional American work shirts.
Pen Opening on the Left Chest Pocket:
- The left chest-pocket flap includes a horizontal buttonhole-shaped opening designed for carrying a pen or similar narrow writing instrument. This opening allows a pen to be inserted without unfastening and lifting the pocket flap. It is a practical workwear-derived feature intended to keep a frequently used writing instrument readily accessible while the main pocket remains secured by its buttoned flap.
Single-Button Cuff Construction:
- Each sleeve is finished with a single-button cuff. The outer end of the cuff has a rounded profile rather than a sharply squared corner, and the cuff buttonhole is positioned horizontally in relation to the sleeve opening. Unfastening the button expands the circumference of the cuff, making it easier to pass the hand through the sleeve when putting on or removing the shirt. The simple one-button configuration is consistent with the functional construction of traditional work shirts.
Bound Sleeve Vent:
- A vent is incorporated above each cuff to provide the additional opening required for easy dressing and natural cuff movement. The edges of the vent are enclosed with matching self-fabric, covering the raw fabric edges and producing a compact, clean finish. When the cuff button is released, the vent allows the sleeve opening to expand more fully and makes the shirt easier to put on and remove.
Cat's-Eye Buttons:
- Traditional cat's-eye buttons are used throughout the shirt, including the center front, chest-pocket flaps, and cuffs. Each button has an elongated recessed groove across the center, giving it the characteristic appearance that inspired the cat's-eye name.
- The attachment holes are positioned within the recessed central groove so that the sewing thread sits below the highest point of the button surface. This construction reduces the amount by which the attachment thread projects above the face of the button, helping protect it from direct friction, abrasion, and snagging. The groove also helps keep the sewing thread in a stable position. The cat's-eye design is therefore both a recognizable visual detail and a practical feature derived from traditional workwear construction.
Double-Layer Back Yoke:
- The upper back is divided by a gently curved yoke panel extending across both shoulders. The back yoke is constructed from two layers of fabric, adding thickness and reinforcement to the shoulder and upper-back area. These areas are repeatedly subjected to tension during dressing, arm movement, and ordinary daily activity.
- In addition to reinforcing the upper back, the doubled construction helps stabilize the shape of the shoulder area. It supports the surrounding seams and helps the upper portion of the shirt maintain a more consistent structure through repeated wear and laundering.
Stripe Direction and Panel Arrangement:
- The hickory stripes run vertically along the main body of the shirt. On the chest-pocket flaps, back yoke, and cuffs, the fabric is rotated so that the stripes run horizontally. This deliberate change in direction visually separates these structural components from the main body without relying on contrasting fabric, printed graphics, or decorative embroidery. It emphasizes the panel construction and adds controlled visual variation to the hickory stripe pattern.
Rounded Shirttail Hem:
- The lower edge is finished with a traditional rounded shirttail profile. The center portions of the front and back extend lower, while the hem curves gradually upward toward both side seams. This shape provides practical front and back coverage while avoiding the rigid, horizontal appearance of a straight square-cut hem.
- When the shirt is worn untucked, the gradual curves allow the hem to follow the body more naturally and create a balanced outline around the waist and hips. When tucked into trousers, the longer front and back sections provide additional fabric inside the waistband, helping reduce the likelihood of the shirt pulling out during ordinary movement.
Triple-Needle Stitching:
- Major seams exposed to repeated movement and pulling, including the shoulder seams, armholes, back-yoke seam, and side seams, are reinforced with triple-needle stitching. This construction produces three parallel rows of stitches along the seam rather than the single row commonly used on basic casual shirts.
- The three stitch rows increase seam stability and help distribute stress across a wider section of fabric during arm movement, repeated wear, and laundering. In addition to its reinforcing function, the clearly visible parallel stitching creates a strong seam appearance that contributes to the rugged, workwear-oriented character of the shirt. This is a true triple-needle construction and should not be confused with double-needle stitching, which produces only two parallel rows.
Styling and Everyday Wearability:
- The substantial hickory stripe fabric, functional chest pockets, reinforced seams, and balanced work-shirt silhouette allow the garment to be worn in several practical ways. It can be buttoned and worn as a standalone long-sleeve shirt, left open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket, or layered beneath an outer jacket in cooler conditions.
- The traditional stripe pattern coordinates naturally with denim jeans, chinos, fatigue pants, and other casual garments. Although the shirt incorporates numerous details derived from classic work clothing, its clean overall proportions prevent it from appearing excessively bulky or costume-like in a contemporary wardrobe.
Overall Construction and Design:
- By combining the functional construction of a classic work shirt with substantial hickory stripe fabric woven from thick cotton yarns, this garment presents the straightforward, rugged character of vintage American workwear in a form suited to modern casual use. Its fabric texture, reinforced seams, practical pockets, traditional hardware, and balanced silhouette make it a versatile shirt designed for both standalone wear and layered styling.
Model Name:
- Sugar Cane, Lot No. SC27853 / Men's Hickory Stripe Work Shirt, Long Sleeve, One-Wash, Made in Japan.
Care Instructions:
- Machine wash on a very gentle cycle at or below 30°C / 86°F.
- Do not bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Line dry in the shade.
- Iron at a low temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
- Professional dry cleaning on a mild process using petroleum solvent is permitted.
- Professional wet cleaning on a mild process is permitted.
Important Information:
- Inventory is shared with our physical retail store. As a result, online stock availability may not always be updated in real time.
- Although an item may appear to be available when an order is placed, it may occasionally have already sold out due to the timing of an in-store or online purchase. We appreciate your understanding.
- All garment measurements are taken by hand with the item laid flat, using a measuring tape.
- Because of normal variations between individual garments and differences in the measuring process, the actual measurements may vary slightly from those listed.
- Actual product colors may appear slightly different from the photographs depending on the lighting conditions during photography, your monitor or device, screen brightness, color calibration, and other display settings.
Sugar Cane
Available Colors
This men's long-sleeve cotton button-up shirt is made in Japan by Sugar Cane, a Toyo Enterprises brand specializing in vintage-inspired American workwear. Based on the classic design of vintage American work shirts, it is constructed from heavyweight hickory stripe fabric made from 100% cotton and woven with thick yarns. The substantial fabric features clearly defined weave lines, a naturally textured surface, and a firm body characteristic of traditional workwear materials. Practical details include two button-flap chest pockets, triple-needle stitching at key seams, cat's-eye buttons, and a rounded shirttail hem. Sugar Cane's careful attention to fabric, construction, and functional details gives the shirt the rugged character of vintage American workwear while maintaining practical everyday wearability. Its classic, well-balanced design fits naturally into a contemporary casual wardrobe.
Size and Fit Guide:
Gender: Men.
This item generally fits close to standard U.S./EU sizing. It is cut in a classic work-shirt fit, with moderate room through the chest without being excessively slim or loose. The body falls relatively straight from the chest toward the hem, while the rounded shirttail hem provides traditional coverage and allows the shirt to sit naturally when worn either tucked or untucked. The heavyweight cotton hickory stripe fabric has a firm, substantial body, making the shirt suitable for wearing on its own or open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket. Its balanced proportions also allow it to be worn beneath many casual jackets and outerwear garments.
Because fit may vary depending on body type and personal preference, please use the actual garment measurements below as your primary reference. For the most accurate comparison, we recommend measuring a similar long-sleeve shirt that fits you well. All measurements are taken by hand with a measuring tape, so slight variations may occur from one garment to another and depending on the measuring method.
Our model is wearing a tagged size S (14-14 1/2). He stands 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 127 lbs (58 kg), and has a 36-inch (91 cm) chest. He typically wears a U.S./EU size S (36) in most garments.
The following measurements show the garment itself, not your body measurements.
Please compare them with a similar shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of the fit.
In inches
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 20.9" / Length: 27.2"
Sleeve: 31.1" (22.8") / Shoulder: 16.5"
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 22.0" / Length: 29.1"
Sleeve: 32.7" (24.8") / Shoulder: 17.7"
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 23.6" / Length: 30.3"
Sleeve: 34.3" (25.2") / Shoulder: 18.5"
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 24.4" / Length: 31.1"
Sleeve: 35.0" (25.6") / Shoulder: 18.9"
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 25.2" / Length: 31.1"
Sleeve: 35.4" (25.6") / Shoulder: 19.7"
In centimeters
Tagged Size S (14-14 1/2)
Width: 53cm / Length: 69cm
Sleeve: 79cm (58cm) / Shoulder: 42cm
Tagged Size M (15-15 1/2)
Width: 56cm / Length: 74cm
Sleeve: 83cm (63cm) / Shoulder: 45cm
Tagged Size L (16-16 1/2)
Width: 60cm / Length: 77cm
Sleeve: 87cm (64cm) / Shoulder: 47cm
Tagged Size XL (17-17 1/2)
Width: 62cm / Length: 79cm
Sleeve: 89cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 48cm
Tagged Size XXL (18-18 1/2)
Width: 64cm / Length: 79cm
Sleeve: 90cm (65cm) / Shoulder: 50cm
[How We Measure the Actual Garment]
Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armholes.
Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar joins the body, straight down to the bottom of the back hem.
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 straight down to the end of the cuff.
Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from the outer edge of one shoulder seam to the outer edge of the other.
Made in Japan.
Brand new with tags, 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.
Overall Product Character:
- This men's long-sleeve button-up work shirt is based on the straightforward, functional construction of traditional American work shirts. It combines substantial hickory stripe fabric with a full button front, two button-flap chest pockets, long set-in sleeves, single-button cuffs, a reinforced double-layer back yoke, a rounded shirttail hem, cat's-eye buttons, and triple-needle stitching at major seams. The pronounced woven texture, firm fabric body, and practical construction give the shirt a rugged workwear character, while its balanced classic fit makes it suitable for contemporary casual wear.
Fabric Material:
- The shirt is constructed from heavyweight hickory stripe fabric made from 100% cotton. The use of thick cotton yarns gives the material sufficient thickness, firmness, and structural body for a substantial work shirt. The fabric retains a clearly defined woven appearance rather than an excessively smooth or lightweight shirting texture. Its durable-feeling construction reflects the practical material character traditionally associated with American workwear.
Thick Cotton Yarn Construction:
- The hickory stripe fabric is woven with comparatively thick cotton yarns. The larger yarn diameter allows the individual yarn lines and their intersections to remain visible across the surface, producing a more pronounced woven structure than that of fine-yarn dress shirting or lightweight broadcloth. This substantial yarn construction contributes to the fabric's thickness, firmness, and rugged visual character while retaining the natural flexibility required for a long-sleeve shirt.
Hickory Stripe Woven Pattern:
- The continuous vertical stripes are formed as part of the woven construction of the fabric rather than being applied as a surface print. The stripe arrangement is therefore integrated directly into the textile structure. This construction gives the material the clearly recognizable appearance of traditional hickory stripe workwear and allows the pattern to work together with the visible texture of the thick cotton yarns.
Surface Texture and Fabric Body:
- The outlines of the thick yarns create clearly visible weave lines and natural dimensional variation across the fabric surface. The material has a firm, substantial hand with enough body to maintain the shape of the collar, placket, pockets, cuffs, and hem. Its texture is not completely flat or mechanically uniform. Instead, the pronounced woven structure gives the shirt the straightforward, rugged surface character associated with traditional workwear fabrics.
Fabric Weight and Layering:
- The hickory stripe fabric is heavier and more substantial than lightweight chambray or ordinary dress-shirt fabric. It provides enough structure for the shirt to be worn buttoned as a standalone garment or left open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket. At the same time, the balanced fit and controlled proportions help prevent excessive bulk, allowing the shirt to be layered beneath many casual jackets and outerwear garments.
One-Wash Finish:
- The completed garment has been washed once during production, commonly referred to as a one-wash finish. This process helps relax some of the initial stiffness associated with hickory stripe fabric woven from thick cotton yarns. It gives the material a more natural hand and drape while preserving its substantial thickness and firm body. As a result, the shirt begins to conform to the wearer more readily than an otherwise comparable unwashed garment.
- The one-wash process also helps reduce major initial shrinkage by allowing part of the fabric's first dimensional change to occur before the garment is sold. However, it does not guarantee that the shirt will remain completely unchanged in size. Minor additional shrinkage or variation may still occur depending on water temperature, washing method, drying conditions, and repeated laundering.
Fabric Aging:
- Continued wear and washing will gradually relax and soften the cotton fibers. The fabric may develop a more flexible hand, a more natural drape, and subtle variations in surface texture over time. These changes are normal characteristics of a substantial cotton workwear fabric and allow the shirt to acquire a more individualized appearance through regular use.
Fit and Silhouette:
- The shirt has a classic work-shirt fit with practical room through the chest and body. Its silhouette is neither excessively slim nor intentionally oversized. The body falls naturally from the chest toward the hem without severe tapering, creating a balanced shape that reflects traditional workwear proportions while remaining suitable for modern casual styling.
- The substantial fabric and moderate room through the body allow the shirt to be worn comfortably over a T-shirt. At the same time, the proportions are controlled enough for the garment to be layered beneath a jacket without creating unnecessary bulk. Because fit preferences and body proportions vary, the actual garment measurements should be used as the primary sizing reference.
Collar Construction:
- The neckline is finished with a standard point collar attached to a separate collar stand. The collar tapers naturally toward the points, giving it the familiar shape of a classic button-front work shirt. The separate stand forms a supporting band around the base of the neck, stabilizing the upper collar and giving the neckline appropriate structure and dimensional definition.
- Unlike an open or camp collar designed primarily to remain spread apart at the neck, this collar can be fastened completely with the top button. When fully buttoned, the collar maintains a more orderly and defined shape. When the top button is left open, the neckline forms a natural opening suitable for everyday casual wear.
Full Button-Front Closure:
- The shirt uses a full-length button-front closure, allowing the garment to open completely for easy dressing, ventilation, and layering. Six buttons are arranged along the center-front placket, and the corresponding buttonholes are positioned vertically. This uncomplicated closure reflects the practical construction of a traditional work shirt and allows the front opening to be adjusted according to temperature and layering requirements.
Upper Button Spacing:
- The distance between the top button and the second button is slightly narrower than the spacing between the remaining buttons below. This arrangement helps control the opening at the neckline when only the top button is left unfastened. It allows the collar to open naturally without creating an unnecessarily deep or widely spread front opening.
Reinforced Front Placket:
- The center-front placket is constructed with a doubled layer of fabric around the buttons and buttonholes. This additional thickness stabilizes the front opening and reinforces an area repeatedly subjected to pulling, fastening, and unfastening. The doubled construction also helps the front edges retain their shape and reduces excessive distortion around the button attachment points and buttonholes during regular wear and laundering.
Set-In Sleeve Construction:
- The shirt uses conventional long set-in sleeves. Each shaped sleeve cap is sewn into the corresponding armhole, with the sleeve attachment beginning at the outer end of the shoulder seam. This creates a clearly defined shoulder line and a structured shirt profile, in contrast to raglan construction, in which the sleeve panel extends toward the neckline. The set-in configuration allows the sleeves to fall naturally from the shoulders and supports the traditional appearance of a classic button-up work shirt.
Chest Pocket Construction:
- Two patch pockets are sewn directly onto the exterior of the front body, with one pocket positioned on each side of the chest. Because they are patch pockets, the complete pocket bodies are applied to the surface of the shirt rather than inserted into openings cut into the front panels. Each pocket is covered by a separate button-fastened flap, which helps retain small personal items and gives the chest area a balanced workwear appearance.
- The two lower corners of each pocket body are gently rounded rather than sharply squared. This shape softens the visual outline of the pockets while preserving their practical capacity and straightforward construction. The combination of exterior patch pockets and buttoned flaps is a functional detail closely associated with traditional American work shirts.
Pen Opening on the Left Chest Pocket:
- The left chest-pocket flap includes a horizontal buttonhole-shaped opening designed for carrying a pen or similar narrow writing instrument. This opening allows a pen to be inserted without unfastening and lifting the pocket flap. It is a practical workwear-derived feature intended to keep a frequently used writing instrument readily accessible while the main pocket remains secured by its buttoned flap.
Single-Button Cuff Construction:
- Each sleeve is finished with a single-button cuff. The outer end of the cuff has a rounded profile rather than a sharply squared corner, and the cuff buttonhole is positioned horizontally in relation to the sleeve opening. Unfastening the button expands the circumference of the cuff, making it easier to pass the hand through the sleeve when putting on or removing the shirt. The simple one-button configuration is consistent with the functional construction of traditional work shirts.
Bound Sleeve Vent:
- A vent is incorporated above each cuff to provide the additional opening required for easy dressing and natural cuff movement. The edges of the vent are enclosed with matching self-fabric, covering the raw fabric edges and producing a compact, clean finish. When the cuff button is released, the vent allows the sleeve opening to expand more fully and makes the shirt easier to put on and remove.
Cat's-Eye Buttons:
- Traditional cat's-eye buttons are used throughout the shirt, including the center front, chest-pocket flaps, and cuffs. Each button has an elongated recessed groove across the center, giving it the characteristic appearance that inspired the cat's-eye name.
- The attachment holes are positioned within the recessed central groove so that the sewing thread sits below the highest point of the button surface. This construction reduces the amount by which the attachment thread projects above the face of the button, helping protect it from direct friction, abrasion, and snagging. The groove also helps keep the sewing thread in a stable position. The cat's-eye design is therefore both a recognizable visual detail and a practical feature derived from traditional workwear construction.
Double-Layer Back Yoke:
- The upper back is divided by a gently curved yoke panel extending across both shoulders. The back yoke is constructed from two layers of fabric, adding thickness and reinforcement to the shoulder and upper-back area. These areas are repeatedly subjected to tension during dressing, arm movement, and ordinary daily activity.
- In addition to reinforcing the upper back, the doubled construction helps stabilize the shape of the shoulder area. It supports the surrounding seams and helps the upper portion of the shirt maintain a more consistent structure through repeated wear and laundering.
Stripe Direction and Panel Arrangement:
- The hickory stripes run vertically along the main body of the shirt. On the chest-pocket flaps, back yoke, and cuffs, the fabric is rotated so that the stripes run horizontally. This deliberate change in direction visually separates these structural components from the main body without relying on contrasting fabric, printed graphics, or decorative embroidery. It emphasizes the panel construction and adds controlled visual variation to the hickory stripe pattern.
Rounded Shirttail Hem:
- The lower edge is finished with a traditional rounded shirttail profile. The center portions of the front and back extend lower, while the hem curves gradually upward toward both side seams. This shape provides practical front and back coverage while avoiding the rigid, horizontal appearance of a straight square-cut hem.
- When the shirt is worn untucked, the gradual curves allow the hem to follow the body more naturally and create a balanced outline around the waist and hips. When tucked into trousers, the longer front and back sections provide additional fabric inside the waistband, helping reduce the likelihood of the shirt pulling out during ordinary movement.
Triple-Needle Stitching:
- Major seams exposed to repeated movement and pulling, including the shoulder seams, armholes, back-yoke seam, and side seams, are reinforced with triple-needle stitching. This construction produces three parallel rows of stitches along the seam rather than the single row commonly used on basic casual shirts.
- The three stitch rows increase seam stability and help distribute stress across a wider section of fabric during arm movement, repeated wear, and laundering. In addition to its reinforcing function, the clearly visible parallel stitching creates a strong seam appearance that contributes to the rugged, workwear-oriented character of the shirt. This is a true triple-needle construction and should not be confused with double-needle stitching, which produces only two parallel rows.
Styling and Everyday Wearability:
- The substantial hickory stripe fabric, functional chest pockets, reinforced seams, and balanced work-shirt silhouette allow the garment to be worn in several practical ways. It can be buttoned and worn as a standalone long-sleeve shirt, left open over a T-shirt as a light overshirt or shirt jacket, or layered beneath an outer jacket in cooler conditions.
- The traditional stripe pattern coordinates naturally with denim jeans, chinos, fatigue pants, and other casual garments. Although the shirt incorporates numerous details derived from classic work clothing, its clean overall proportions prevent it from appearing excessively bulky or costume-like in a contemporary wardrobe.
Overall Construction and Design:
- By combining the functional construction of a classic work shirt with substantial hickory stripe fabric woven from thick cotton yarns, this garment presents the straightforward, rugged character of vintage American workwear in a form suited to modern casual use. Its fabric texture, reinforced seams, practical pockets, traditional hardware, and balanced silhouette make it a versatile shirt designed for both standalone wear and layered styling.
Model Name:
- Sugar Cane, Lot No. SC27853 / Men's Hickory Stripe Work Shirt, Long Sleeve, One-Wash, Made in Japan.
Care Instructions:
- Machine wash on a very gentle cycle at or below 30°C / 86°F.
- Do not bleach.
- Do not tumble dry.
- Line dry in the shade.
- Iron at a low temperature with a pressing cloth placed between the iron and the garment.
- Professional dry cleaning on a mild process using petroleum solvent is permitted.
- Professional wet cleaning on a mild process is permitted.
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