{"product_id":"70s-vintage-aquascutum-single-raglan-wool-rider-coat","title":"［~70's］Vintage Aquascutum Single Raglan Wool Rider Coat","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA single-piece sleeve wool rider coat by Aquascutum, estimated from the 1970s.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA special acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA rare example featuring a one-piece sleeve construction in wool.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAquascutum was established in 1851 by John Emary, a tailor, in London.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe brand name is a Latin construction combining Aqua (water) and Scutum (shield), denoting waterproofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the brand's early days, the preferred outerwear for gentlemen of the upper classes was the overcoat—constructed with multiple layers of cape—and the innovative fabric developed by Aquascutum quickly garnered considerable demand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStandard Aquascutum coats typically employ either set-in sleeves or raglan construction (two-piece sleeves). Unless worn in a precisely fitted size, the shoulder tends to bunch unnaturally, creating a silhouette as if padded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eConversely, the singular characteristic of a one-piece sleeve is the elegant way the shoulder seam descends.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith conventional two-piece raglan sleeves, the seam runs in two places—along the upper sleeve and under the arm.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith a one-piece sleeve, the arm is enveloped by a single piece of cloth, resulting in a single seam only beneath the arm.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThough subtle in description, this difference carries considerable visual consequence.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBecause the sleeve fabric falls perpendicular to gravity, the result is a pronounced drop shoulder and refined silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is likely sought after precisely because it can be worn generously oversized while still reading as contemporary and relaxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAmong the prevalence of Balmacaan coats, this is a rare example of the belted rider construction.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAt first glance the distinction may seem minor, yet the adjustment of the belt at the sleeve and waist fundamentally alters the silhouette, lending the piece an entirely different character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is crafted from pure wool, employed with deliberate generosity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe wool fabric—short-staple and smooth to the touch—evokes cashmere in its hand feel.\u003cbr\u003eEven those typically averse to the scratchiness wool can sometimes impart will find this piece readily wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe colour is solid grey, a shade many seek.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA foundational palette, suited equally to casual and formal contexts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe proportions align with what might be termed a golden size for the Japanese physique, accommodating a range of builds.\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeing one-piece sleeve construction, even a generously sized garment maintains a refined drape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSigns of wear—scuffing, loose stitching—are present, though without significant damage affecting wearability. The coat remains readily serviceable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen the season turns toward outerwear, one-piece sleeve coats become sought after and increasingly difficult to find.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile many turn to Burberry when searching for single-sleeve construction, examples from Aquascutum are substantially scarcer in circulation, their market appearance rare. In wool, rarer still.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe one-piece sleeve coat by Aquascutum—a silhouette of considerable historical consequence.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eShould this align with what you have been seeking, this would warrant your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vieux et nouveau","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42861715587250,"sku":"C0110","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/products\/45AEB413-0EC6-4108-AB89-9384796A80B2-918-00000147DE7A9917.jpg?v=1675924762","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/70s-vintage-aquascutum-single-piece-sleeve-wool-rider-coat","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}