"COMME des GARÇONS HOMME" Early 90s polka-dot rayon tailored vest

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Based on universal men's wear, with material choices and design that subtly shake the contours of daily life, Comme des Garçons Homme presents a rare archive vest that embodies the dense atmosphere of the early 90s, crafted by Keiichi Tanaka.

Featuring a large dot print across the entire piece, the rayon's characteristic drape softly depicts shadows on the body, resulting in a piece that is not overly cute but instead exudes a refined mood.

The front features a deep V-zone, providing ample space to accommodate shirts or T-shirts, preventing the neck from feeling constricted when layered, and creating a natural vertical line with a sense of openness. The well-proportioned button front tightens the rhythm of the dots, and despite being patterned, it connects smoothly to the jacket context, which is very appealing.

The pocket configuration is also highly practical: the breast welt pocket subtly hints at tailoring, while the patch pockets at the waist provide ample capacity on both sides, ensuring that the vest is not just decorative but also thoughtfully designed for everyday functionality.

The back is made of a different striped fabric, creating a duality with a subdued expression on the reverse side compared to the printed front, resulting in a temperature difference between the front and back. Additionally, the back belt allows for waist adjustment, enabling the silhouette to be tailored according to body shape and styling, regardless of gender, which is a unique added value of this piece.

Furthermore, regarding the age, there is a physical basis rather than an estimate: the product number on the quality label tag is HV-020020, and the manufacturer number is D-TK 9210, which aligns with the notation used before Comme des Garçons Homme's product numbering system transitioned, ensuring the product's authenticity as being from around 1990 to 1993.

The reason why the Tanaka Homme era is highly regarded lies in its craftsmanship that establishes itself as high-quality everyday wear without pushing strong assertions to the forefront, and its sense of balance that adds subtle fluctuations through materials and prints. This vest embodies that philosophy, making it not only rare as an archive but also perfectly capable of naturally integrating into today's wardrobe.

In terms of styling, pairing a simple shirt with slacks to make the pattern's presence look neat and refined creates a mature playfulness without excess, and layering a minimal coat allows the front dots to serve as depth, letting you enjoy the beauty of layering in a modern way, making it especially recommended for those who want to incorporate a quiet sense of discomfort into their daily life.

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