–SPECIAL– "Maison Martin Margiela" 2012SS sleeveless deconstructed tuxedo lapel jacket

Promoting the aesthetics of anonymity and questioning the structure of clothing itself, Maison Martin Margiela has been updating the concept of luxury, and here we introduce a superb piece that quietly breaks the formality of tailoring while maintaining a dignified elegance.

This masterpiece features a satin lapel derived from a tuxedo, with a neat finish, and a design that densely embodies the brand's philosophy within a minimal presence.

First, the impressive aspect is that while based on the finished format of a jacket, the empty space created by removing the sleeves allows the line from the shoulders to the arms to lightly loosen, softening the formality and achieving a balanced look that is easy to incorporate regardless of gender.

Moreover, by switching the material only on the lapel, the viewer's focus is drawn to the upper body, and even with a unified black color, it does not look elongated, conveying Margiela's structural appeal straightforwardly.

The body has a three-dimensional feel following tailoring principles, and the button placement on the front is not too low, creating a clean vertical line when worn, and it functions as a core layering piece like a long vest.

Furthermore, the near-raw finish around the armholes reflects a deconstructive perspective that intentionally exposes the construction, and the fact that it is neat yet not monotonous in expression is delightful.

On the back, four stitches serve as a signature that can be recognized without asserting the brand name, and this ability to leave a solid background in quiet attire is also a value of the special line.

Regarding the era, the notation "2012 01" within the product tag conforms to the management number of Staff International and corresponds to the first collection of 2012, and the domestic agency notation matches Staff International Japan, the official importer at the time, making it highly credible as an item from Spring/Summer 2012.

This masterpiece has a significant added value in that you can feel the background where the design team, during the gap period from the founder's resignation to the next chapter, redesigned while faithfully preserving Margiela's philosophy, and it brings a calmness and tension different from the current Margiela into everyday wear.

This is not clothing that attracts with flashy appeal, but rather a piece that appeals to those who are drawn to the interpretation of tailoring and the decision to strip down, and we want you to pick it up.

Styling-wise, pairing a simple shirt with slacks to emphasize the silhouette creates an intellectually striking break from tailoring.

Additionally, layering over minimal knits and neat dresses completes the look as if wearing a vest, maintaining a mode and elegant atmosphere while allowing for genderless enjoyment.

Definitely take this opportunity.