Naked & Famous Kimono Shirt Maekake Dobby Indigo

The Kimono Shirt Maekake Dobby Indigo by Naked & Famous Denim reinterprets traditional Japanese workwear through a silhouette inspired by the noragi, the work jacket historically worn by Japanese craftsmen and laborers. Crafted from a textured Japanese Maekake Dobby fabric dyed with indigo, this hybrid piece between a shirt and a lightweight jacket combines authenticity, character, and natural fabric evolution over time.

Features

• 100% cotton / 12.2oz
• Textured Japanese Maekake Dobby fabric
• Indigo dyed
• Subtle dobby weave texture
• Inspired by traditional Japanese noragi jackets
• Durable construction
• Slightly relaxed straight fit
• Pre-washed to stabilize sizing and provide comfort from the first wear
• Made in Canada using Japanese fabric

Description

With the Kimono Shirt Maekake Dobby Indigo, Naked & Famous Denim delivers a contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese workwear. Inspired by the noragi, the utilitarian jackets once worn in Japanese workshops and rural communities, this piece embraces a minimalist and functional silhouette while emphasizing textile richness and long-lasting durability.

The fabric used is a Japanese 12.2oz Maekake Dobby, developed from a textured construction inspired by maekake, the heavy-duty aprons traditionally worn by Japanese merchants and workers. Its dobby weave creates a subtle and irregular texture that adds visual depth to the fabric surface while reinforcing its authentic character.

Entirely dyed with indigo, this fabric is designed to evolve over time and develop a unique patina based on wear. The natural contrasts of the weave and areas exposed to friction will gradually reveal lighter shades, creating a personalized appearance unique to each wearer. Since the garment has been pre-washed, it offers a softer and more comfortable hand feel from the very first wear while maintaining excellent structure.

Positioned between a heavyweight shirt and a lightweight jacket, this Kimono Shirt stands out for its versatility. Its intermediate 12.2oz weight allows it to be worn on its own as a statement piece or layered open as an overshirt depending on the season. The slightly relaxed straight fit makes layering easy while maintaining a clean and balanced silhouette.

Made in Canada using an exclusive Japanese fabric, this piece perfectly reflects Naked & Famous Denim's approach: revisiting heritage references through unique textiles with a strong emphasis on fabric personality. A distinctive garment designed to improve and evolve beautifully over time.

Fit & sizing

• Slightly relaxed straight fit
• Inspired by traditional Japanese noragi jackets
• Designed for layering
• Hybrid piece between a heavyweight shirt and a lightweight jacket
• We recommend taking your usual size for a natural fit

Why we selected it

This piece stands out immediately thanks to the richness of its Maekake Dobby fabric and its modern reinterpretation of traditional Japanese workwear. Combining pronounced texture, evolving indigo tones, and a silhouette inspired by the noragi, it offers strong character while remaining easy to integrate into everyday wear. An authentic statement piece designed to age beautifully over the years.