{"product_id":"80s-vintage-burberrys-saddle-shoulder-wool-balmacaan-coat-size-50rl-harris-tweed-modified","title":"［~80's］Vintage Burberrys Saddle Shoulder Wool Balmacaan Coat Size.50RL \"HARRIS TWEED\" \"Modified\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca 1980s, Burberrys 'Saddle Shoulder Wool Balmacaan Coat'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special acquisition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade in England.\u003cbr\u003eA rare example featuring \"Saddle Shoulder Harris Tweed\" fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBurberrys is a storied British house founded in 1856 in Basingstoke, England by Thomas Burberry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1879, inspired by the protective garments worn by farmworkers, he invented \"Gabardine\", a fabric of exceptional durability and water resistance.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA patent was secured in 1888, and manufacturing rights remained exclusive until 1917.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1912, the patent for the \"Tielocken\", now a celebrated coat silhouette, was acquired.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith the outbreak of the First World War in 1914, the military commissioned an adaptation of the Tielocken—adding D-rings to accommodate grenades, swords and canteens—creating the \"Trench Coat\" which was subsequently adopted as official issue by the British Army and Navy.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1901, the first logo mark, the \"Equestrian Knight\", was introduced through public competition, featuring a mounted knight as the emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe image of the knight on horseback embodies the brand's classical bearing and unwavering commitment to quality.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe banner held by the knight bears the inscription \"Prorsum\"—meaning forward—symbolising the brand's progressive spirit and dedication to innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 1924, the \"Burberry Check\", now a registered trademark, first appeared as the lining of rainwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom this heritage spanning more than 150 years, we present a Balmacaan Coat distinguished by its fundamental and elusive Saddle Shoulder construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost Burberrys coats employ either a set-in or raglan sleeve, yet when worn unless precisely fitted, the shoulder structure can appear unnaturally pronounced, creating a silhouette that suggests internal padding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis example, however, features a \"Saddle Shoulder\" configuration—akin to a single-piece sleeve—achieving an effortlessly refined line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Saddle Shoulder is a variant of the raglan, defined by its straight, slightly angular shoulder line and single-piece sleeve construction.\u003cbr\u003eAs the fabric falls vertically to gravity, the result is a deeper drop through the shoulder and a more graceful silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWhilst single-sleeve vintage Burberrys remains iconic, the Saddle Shoulder variant yields little in terms of rarity or purity of line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen worn in an oversized manner, it accommodates contemporary proportions with ease—a quality many collectors seek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis particular example has been modified by its former owner, with the hem shortened considerably.\u003cbr\u003eThe reduced length creates a half-coat sensibility, altering the proportion entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe front closure employs a hidden button configuration, or \"fly front\" as it is known.\u003cbr\u003eBeyond its refined visual effect, the double-layered construction provides practical benefits: wind resistance and protection of the buttons from external wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe collar is fitted with buttons and buttonholes for an upright stance, inviting flexibility in how one wears the coat according to mood.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe presence and atmosphere afforded by a raised collar is altogether distinct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eInterior to the neckline sits a \"MADE IN ENGLAND\" label attesting to its English manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis example is crafted from Harris Tweed fabric—a material of considered choice.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhilst many wool Balmacaans employ pure wool or alpaca blends, tweed examples remain uncommon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTweed is a spun-weave textile, a regional specialty of the Scottish Highlands.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe distinction lies in its method: rather than carding wool into uniform strands before spinning, the fibres are spun in their natural, unaligned state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTweeds, particularly Harris Tweed, possess superior insulation and durability, and soften with wear, improving with age.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe colour is grey—a shade many seek.\u003cbr\u003eIts neutrality makes it serviceable across both formal and casual occasions, a versatility few garments offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe coat's timeless silhouette speaks to British tailoring at its most assured.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe pronounced A-line, spreading toward the hem, creates an impression both dignified and elegant when worn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize is marked \"50 RL\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis translates to approximately M to L in Japanese sizing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe measurements align well with typical Japanese proportions, accommodating a range of builds.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGiven the Saddle Shoulder construction noted above, the coat yields graceful proportions even when selected in a larger size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEvidence of wear is present—soiling, creasing, minor holes, repairs, reattached buttons, and hemming—yet no substantial damage impairs wearing. The coat remains serviceable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhen discussing vintage coats, Burberrys inevitably rises foremost to mind.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe overcoats that emerge from the vintage Burberrys archive transcend their era, belonging to that category of dress that neither ages nor falls from relevance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAs the seasons turn toward cooler months, the search for vintage Burberrys intensifies, and supply diminishes accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFor those seeking an enduring companion—a coat neither bound to fashion nor to time—this example merits consideration. The opportunity is not one to overlook.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44886739386546,"sku":"C0169","price":128000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0554\/2140\/3314\/files\/DSCF7234_6f0f1ea5-cd36-4ddc-9a21-e9d496a59411.jpg?v=1731408841","url":"https:\/\/vieuxetnouveau-shop.com\/en\/products\/80s-vintage-burberrys-saddle-shoulder-wool-balmacaan-coat-harris-tweed-modified","provider":"VIEUX ET NOUVEAU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}