-SPECIAL- "Y's for men" 80's Double breasted houndstooth long jacket

Founded in 1979 by Yohji Yamamoto, Y's for men has presented the beauty of construction and the elegance of negative space in men's wear from a unique perspective, and we are pleased to introduce a highly precious piece that vividly captures the air of the brand's earliest days.

This piece features a fine all-over houndstooth pattern, reinterpreting classic tailoring with Yohji Yamamoto's signature quiet note of disruption.

The long-length, double-breasted silhouette is closer to a coat than a typical jacket, with a straight line from shoulder seam to hem that beautifully elongates the body. From afar, the subtle pattern reads as a calm gray tone, while up close the intricate weave reveals depth, creating a look that is classic yet not overly conservative.

The front is adorned with white mother-of-pearl-toned buttons, and their gentle luster adds a refined accent while tempering the heaviness of the monochrome pattern. The cuffs also use the same buttons, enhancing the long length's imposing presence with delicate tailoring, allowing the hard-edged mood of Y's for men in its early days to coexist naturally with a refined classical feel.

Additionally, the arrangement of chest and flap pockets follows traditional tailoring, but the extended length and a slightly generous body create a silhouette worn that is not merely a business jacket but one that seems to cradle air between the body and the garment. The lining is Cupro, which ensures smooth sleeve movement, and it also contributes to a lighter, high-quality feel that contrasts with the garment's visual heft.

Regarding the era, the brand tag features a red background with a black abstract graphic, the domestic product label shows "Y's for men Co., Ltd.", and the old JIS washing label is visible, which supports a high likelihood that this is an early Y's for men piece from around 1979–1985. The tension of the brand's early men's line and Yohji Yamamoto's quietly critical stance toward Western fashion evident from that time are strongly present in this piece.

The added value of this piece lies not only in its being an old Y's for men item, but also in how it uses classic elements — houndstooth, double-breasted, and long length — while not making it overly pristine, guiding it toward an appearance with a certain air of openness. It appears orthodox, yet its expression shifts with the wearer's body; as part of the MOOD Special Collection, you can feel both the brand's philosophy and the era's sensibility in a piece of exceptional value.

In terms of styling, pairing with trousers that drape well or a simple shirt will gently elevate Yohji Yamamoto's characteristic tall silhouette, and adding wool wide-leg pants or leather shoes allows you to wear it with a sense of mode-driven tension while preserving classic elements. For women, pairing with a long skirt or a smooth-textured blouse can soften the strength of men's tailoring for everyday wear.

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