Naked & Famous 12.5oz ‘Sashiko’ Jacquard Kimono – Indigo Dyed

Long before Sashiko became a buzzword, it was a necessity. Born in rural Japan during the Edo period, Sashiko was a practical stitching technique used by farmers and laborers to reinforce garments and extend their lifespan. What began as humble repair work gradually evolved into a visual language of strength, repetition, and quiet beauty. Naked & Famous’ Indigo Sashiko Jacquard Kimono Shirt carries that history forward — not as costume, but as lived-in clothing.

The fabric is a 12.5oz Japanese indigo rope-dyed Sashiko twill, woven on a special jacquard loom to integrate the running stitch pattern directly into the cloth. Inspired by traditional Judo uniforms, the raised stitch structure creates a tactile, grippy surface designed to endure pulling, friction, and movement. Indigo settles differently on the peaks and valleys of the fabric, meaning the raised stitches fade faster than the base weave, producing layered, dimensional aging over time. No two wear patterns will look the same.

The silhouette draws from the Noragi, a traditional Japanese work jacket, reinterpreted here as a relaxed kimono-style shirt. An open front, straight-cut body, and fabric tie closure keep the fit easy and adaptable — equally at home worn loose over a T-shirt or cinched for a more structured look. It’s a piece that doesn’t shout for attention, but rewards those who notice texture, history, and the way fabric changes with use.

This is not a fast-fashion statement piece. It’s the kind of garment that gets better the longer you live in it — and yes, it might just make your regular jacket feel a little boring.

• Naked & Famous Indigo Sashiko Kimono Shirt
  
• Indigo
  
• 100% Cotton
  
• 12.5oz Japanese Sashiko Jacquard
  
• Indigo Rope-Dyed
  
• Raised Sashiko Stitch Structure
  
• Neck & Shoulder Lining
  
• Open Placket With Tie Closure
  
• Rinsed: Minimal Shrinkage
  
• Made In Canada

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