Sugar Cane 9oz Selvedge Denim Work Shirt Indigo
- 100% cotton / 9oz
- Japanese selvedge denim woven on shuttle looms ("power loom")
- Indigo yarns dyed using rope dye technique
- Inspired by 1950s work shirts
- Durable construction with triple-needle stitching
- Two flap chest pockets with pen slot
- Urea cat’s eye buttons
- Classic straight fit
- Made in Japan
The 9oz Selvedge Denim Work Shirt by Sugar Cane is one of the brand’s signature pieces, directly inspired by American work shirts from the 1950s, the golden age of workwear. It continues a model first introduced in the 1990s and continuously refined, while remaining strictly faithful to period-correct details.
The fabric is a 9oz Japanese selvedge denim, woven on traditional looms using indigo-dyed cotton yarns through the rope dye process. This method creates a surface-dyed yarn that fades over time, developing a distinctive high-contrast patina. Lighter than standard denim, it offers an ideal balance between durability, breathability, and everyday comfort.
The construction follows classic vintage workwear standards: triple-needle stitching for strength, functional flap chest pockets, durable urea buttons, and a reinforced back yoke. Some areas feature multiple layers of fabric secured with rolled seams, reflecting a utilitarian approach true to original garments.
Made in Japan by Sugar Cane, this shirt showcases the expertise of Toyo Enterprise in vintage reproduction. Bridging American heritage and Japanese textile craftsmanship, it stands as a core workwear piece designed to evolve, fade, and gain character over time.
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