–SPECIAL– "tricot COMME des GARÇONS" 80's Tailored shawl-collar gilet

tricot COMME des GARÇONS
80s–90s Shawl-collar wool waistcoat

From tricot COMME des GARÇONS, which has been presenting new value in everyday wear through its distinctive pattern-making and material use centered on knitwear, we would like to introduce a piece where refined reconstruction truly shines.

While this piece is grounded in a classic tailored vest, it is finished with a quiet sense of tension—thanks to the deeply falling shawl collar and the sharply cut, angled hem.

The outer fabric is made from 100% wool, and the deep, dimensional black sharpens the garment’s overall outline. The shawl collar flows smoothly from the neckline to the mid-body, creating a natural vertical line. Despite its compact design, when worn it delivers a clean, sharp presence.

The front features three buttons and welt pockets on both sides, resulting in a neat, understated arrangement. While the hem, tailored with a double-point construction, emphasizes the tension characteristic of tailored outerwear, the back includes a belt that allows you to adjust the waist shaping—so the silhouette can be varied according to the wearer’s build and their layering.

The interior is fully lined in 100% cupro. The smooth lining, finished with a discreet sheen, enhances ease of on-and-off wear, while also supporting the vest’s beautiful overall form from within.

In addition, the AD1989 written on the quality label is a production management notation that indicates the manufacturing year, confirming that this item was produced in 1989. As an archive with a clearly defined backdrop of the late 1980s, it also holds significant value in that you can feel the formative design philosophy of tricot COMME des GARÇONS as reflected in its early expression—something that continues to be carried forward to this day.

Because the design is a single, unadorned shade of black, the elegantly curved lines of the deeply set shawl collar, the sharply angled hem, and the three-dimensional form created by the back belt stand out vividly. Rather than simply following classic dress codes as they are, this expresses tricot COMME des GARÇONS’ distinctive sensibility—reinterpreting the structure and shaping it into a mode that harmonizes with everyday life while remaining distinct.

Worn over a shirt or blouse, it highlights the crisp elegance of tailored styling; paired with a T-shirt and wide-leg trousers, you can incorporate the distinctive shaping of the collar and hem into your daily look without feeling overdone. It is also recommended to layer it over a dress or a long skirt to enjoy a beautiful contrast with the straight-lined silhouette of the vest against the soft drape of the garment.

This is a particularly recommended piece for those who would like to naturally incorporate an archive with provenance of the era into their everyday wardrobe, and for those who seek clothing that pairs a discreet presence with a distinctive character and refined sculptural beauty.

Please take advantage of this opportunity.