In 1889, businessman Henry David Lee founded the H.D. Lee Mercantile Company, a wholesaler of food and household goods, in Kansas, USA.Lee. history began to move forward.
After being adopted as uniforms of the U.S. Army in line with the high reputation of workwear, the brand established itself as a standard brand of western style from workwear by selling "Lee COWBOY" cowboy pants in the 1920's. In the 1960's, white jeans sparked the Ivy League boom . In the 1960s, white jeans became the spark that ignited the Ivy League boom, and in every era, the brand has been recognized as a point of cultural origin by everyone.
Lee" has been a part of our daily lives for so long that we take it for granted, but now we realize that it is celebrating its 130th anniversary. To celebrate this anniversary, a limited edition model is being developed.
The historical masterpiece of the denim jacket, the 101-LJ, has been updated with modern functionality. The material used is STORM RIDER TEX, an original 3-layer material consisting of a moisture-permeable, water-resistant, windproof membrane sandwiched between denim and film. The inner layer is fully taped with waterproof tape, and the front has a 2-way design with a watertight zip and buttons. The jacket's most distinctive feature, "ALASKAN LINING," is reproduced by combining an attachable insulation jacket.
¥30,000+TAX Inner jacket ¥18,000+TAX
A special model that adds modern functionality to the 101-Z, an item synonymous with the 101-Z. . The material used is STORM RIDER TEX, a 3-layer original Lee material consisting of a breathable, water-resistant, windproof membrane sandwiched between denim and film, while the front zipper, synonymous with the 101-Z, uses a watertight zipper and a gusset to make the front opening completely waterproof. Update.
¥22,000+TAX
The iconic "91-J" is a special model that combines modern technology with the most iconic of work wear. The back side of the pocket opening, which is subject to the stresses of work wear, has been updated with a cedar twill fabric to increase the strength of the fabric. In addition, a high-strength thread called "bonded thread," which is used for sewing tote bags, is used for the sewing thread.
Rigid ¥18,000+TAX / Washed ¥19,000+TAX
PAINTER PANTS 11-W is a special model that combines modern technology with a new design that is stronger by sewing a cedar twill fabric into the back side of the pocket opening, which is subject to the stresses of work wear. In addition, a high-strength thread called "bonded thread," which is used for sewing tote bags, is used for the sewing thread.
Rigid ¥13,000+TAX / Wash ¥14,000+TAX
The 130th anniversary model of the WESTERNER, loved by Ivy Leaguers, has been updated with sophisticated dress specifications. The material used is vintage satin made with uneven yarns and shuttle loom. By adding T/C yarn to the weft yarn , the morphological stability is improved. The design is made into a rappelled jacket style, stitching is minimized, and a more dressy finish is achieved by applying a form-stabilizing finish.
¥16,000+TAX
. As with the WESTERNER above, it has been updated to a sophisticated dress specification. The material used is vintage satin made with uneven yarns and shuttle looms. The silhouette is tapered, stitching is minimized, and a form-stabilizing finish is applied for a dressier look.
¥13,000+TAX
The Book Mark, which was distributed as part of advertising in the 1950s, has been redesigned as apparel. While maintaining the necessary pockets, zippers, buttons, etc., the distinctive details found on the original or reissued models have been painted on.
jeans ¥16,000+tax / overalls ¥23,000
Now, these gem items can be purchased at the pop-up store and exhibition, which will be held at five stores nationwide: Lee Harajuku, Espar Sendai, Lumine Est Shinjuku, Nagoya, and Osaka. As another highlight of the event, the symbolic mascot "Buddy Lee," dressed in elaborate costumes by selected fashion brands such as NEIGHBORHOOD and N.HOOLYWOOD, is being reissued.
NEIGHBORHOOD
N.HOOLYWOOD
WIND AND SEA
FDMTL
MADNESS
GrowthRing & Supply(GRS)
Buddy Lee" was so successful that it was difficult to obtain from the 1920s to the 1960s and became a collector's item. You can see Buddy Lee at the exhibition, but unfortunately, you cannot purchase it.... Incidentally, this exhibition will tour Japan and then travel around the world!
A reissue and exhibition where you can witness the "firsts" of a brand with an overwhelming history. For more information, please click here.Special Sitefor more information!
