The MF® RANCH BLOUSE has a definite 1930s–1940s flair, featuring the traditional bells and whistles of early “Type I” jackets, including a pleated front and buckle back.
On vintage workwear jackets, front pleats were not intended as a fashion statement, but rather served as functional expansion pleats. The stitching simply kept the pleats in place and could easily be removed by the wearer should additional room through the chest be needed. In later years, front pleats on fashion denim jackets often became purely decorative, stitched down, riveted, or concealed beneath patch pockets. We chose to preserve their original function in our 2011 Ranch Blouse design, securing them with the signature MF® arrowhead-shaped dart stitching.
This NOS Indigo Canvas edition is cut from an 11 Oz. dark indigo selvedge canvas milled in Japan. Selected for its durability and long-term character, the fabric is designed to develop a rich patina with years of regular wear while preserving everything that has made the MF® RANCH BLOUSE one of our signature garments.
Designed and made in California, USA.