[~70’s] Old GUCCI Black Leather Blouson Size.50

This is a "black leather blouson" made by GUCCI, estimated to be from the 1970s.

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GUCCI is a luxury brand founded in Florence, Italy in 1921 by founder Guccio Gucci.

Gucci was originally founded as a store for high-end leather products such as travel bags and horse harnesses, but to this day it has expanded into a wide range of products including bags, shoes, wallets, clothing, and jewelry.

Gucci opened new stores one after another after 1930, but due to the shortage of supplies caused by the outbreak of World War II, it became difficult to use leather.

``Canvas'' was adopted as an alternative, and it was decided to apply a special coating to this canvas and use it, and the color scheme became popular.
Around the same time, ``bamboo'' was also used as an alternative, and this is still popular as an icon under the name ``bamboo.''

In 1950, a "green = red = green" ribbon, inspired by the belly band of a horse harness, was introduced and became a familiar symbol of the brand.

Founder Guccio Gucci passed away in 1953, and his sons inherited the business.
Over the next 20 years, Gucci entered its golden age.

Although the brand was at risk of decline due to succession disputes in the 1980s, Gucci was rebuilt by Tom Ford, who took over as creative director in 1994.

Gucci is also known as the "original brand" and is also known for being the first in the world to put a designer's name on a product to guarantee quality.

In particular, Old Gucci products made by the Gucci family are still very popular today, and there are collectors all over the world.

Introducing a leather blouson made from the finest leather fabric from Old Gucci.

I looked at the inside label and saw the words "G. Gucci s.p.a." spelled out in cursive below the green and red Gucci crest.

"s.p.a." means "Società per Azioni" in Italian.
It is an abbreviation for a corporation in Japan.

This label format was used from the 1960s to the 1970s when the business was led by the sons of founder Guccio Gucci, especially Aldo Gucci and Rodolfo Gucci, and is proof that the products were made by the Gucci family.

This is from an era that is completely different from the later Double G Monogram and Tom Ford eras, when Gucci, as a family business, had a strong sense of craftsmanship and luxury.

Also, the design source of this individual is really interesting.

At first glance, it looks like a rider's jacket, a flight jacket, or even a trench coat.
In fact, this jacket has an extremely hybrid composition, with multiple military wear contexts intersecting on one jacket.

The most eye-catching feature is the gun patch (storm flap) on the left side of the front.

This detail is derived from trench coats, and was originally designed during World War I to absorb the shock to the shoulders of British military officers when they held their guns.

The fact that this detail is used on a leather blouson is unusual in itself, and the fact that it was handmade by Gucci shows that this item is not just an ordinary item.

Military-derived "epaulets" are included on both shoulders.

This is also an essential detail on trench coats and military coats, and was originally a strap to hold an officer's rank insignia.

By combining the gunpatch, double-breasted, and epaulettes, this jacket embodies the architectural strength of the military.

However, the reason it is Gucci is that it is filtered through an "Italian luxury" filter.

Hand warmer pockets with flaps are placed on the left and right sides of the hem.

The opening of the pocket is designed at a slight angle, so it feels natural to insert your hand into it, and the front view when the flap is closed is also very clean.
It combines practicality and design at a high level.

There are ventilation holes (grommets) under the armpits to prevent stuffiness.

This is a very practical detail that ensures the leather jacket is breathable and remains comfortable even when worn for long periods of time.
The pride of a long-established store is reflected in the consideration given to these "invisible parts."

The front has a "double-breasted" design with two rows of buttons.

The double-breasted jacket also dates back to military uniforms.
Combined with the gun patch, the solid feel of the front is overwhelming.

The feeling of ``putting on armor'' when you button it up is something you can never get with a single-breasted jacket.

Deep oxblood (dark red) four-hole buttons are uniformly used for the buttons, and the burgundy-like color amidst the black leather adds a touch of sex appeal to the hardness of the military.

Open inside to reveal cream-white diamond-quilted lining.

The bright cream color contrasts with the black leather on the outside, and you can catch a glimpse of it when you take off the jacket or open the buttons.
This contrast between the outside and the inside is an expression of Old Gucci's aesthetic sense of ``paying attention to what is hidden from view.''

Since it is quilted with padding, it has excellent cold protection and heat retention, mainly for fall and winter.

The material is "leather".

The tag says "100% PELLE (Italian) / 100% GENUINE LEATHER (English) / 100% ECHTES LEDER (German) / 100% VRAI CUIR (French)" in four languages, indicating that it is a product for the European market.

Fine grains run through the surface of the leather, making it a high-quality leather with just the right amount of luster and flexibility.

The luster created by aging is a depth that only time can produce, something that can never be achieved with new products.

The color is black, which can also be called jet black.

The jet black leather gives off an unmistakable presence.
Black is the simplest color, yet the most profound.

Its expression changes depending on how the light hits it, and the more you wear it, the deeper it becomes.
That's exactly what makes black leather so appealing.

The oxblood buttons act as an accent color, tightening the whole thing up, but adding a certain classical warmth to the look.

As a product unique to "Old GUCCI" that stands out in the history of fashion, it can be said to be highly respected by vintage lovers.

The size notation is "50"
I think it corresponds to "XL" in Japanese size.

Even if you look at the actual size, it will feel like a large size, so even people with large bodies can wear it without any problems.

There are signs of use such as discoloration, stains, abrasions, fraying, scratches, and damaged or missing buttons, but there is no major damage that would make it difficult to wear, so I think it can still be worn.

The golden age was when the prestigious Florentine family, which has a history of more than half a century, was still managed directly by the family.
A leather blouson made in that era at our own factory in Italy.

Old Gucci leather products with the "G. Gucci s.p.a." crest tag are becoming rarer year by year, and their reputation continues to rise in the collector's market.

This is the first time that our shop has received an Old Gucci leather item with this detail.
If you are looking for one, please don't miss this opportunity.