The "Trompe-l'œil" Studio Jacket
The "Trompe-l'œil" Studio Jacket
A perennial favorite redefined through a graphic, surrealist lens. The Studio Jacket is our signature shirt-jacket hybrid. A boxy, universally flattering silhouette designed for the creative in motion. This season’s iteration is crafted from a premium 100% Cotton Japanese Twill, featuring a sophisticated tonal camouflage overlaid with a delicate, black fine-line floral with a rare, punctuated pop of white.
The Art of the Outline: After construction, each jacket is individually treated in our North Carolina studio. Using a gestural dry-brush technique, the seams and edges are hand-outlined in white to create a trompe-l'œil effect. This sketched aesthetic highlights the garment’s architecture, giving the twill a two-dimensional, illustrated quality that ensures no two pieces are identical.
The Stylist’s Note: While it can be worn snapped as a substantial shirt, I prefer it as a light jacket layered over a simple base. The contrast between the rigid, hand-painted twill and a soft under-layer creates a beautiful study in weights and measures.
Product Highlights
- Fabricity & Print: Premium 100% Cotton Japanese Twill featuring tonal camouflage and fine-line black floral graphics
- Artisanal Detail: Hand-outlined dry-brush white paint along seams and edges for a unique 2D trompe-l'œil effect
- Tactile Contrast: Chalky, dimensional relief against earthy Mushroom and a subtle, sun-bleached glow against vibrant Sherbet
- Updated Utility: Expansive rectangular patch pockets perfectly proportioned for a journal, sketchbook, or phone
- Sculptural Versatility: Dropped shoulders, perennial popped collar, and brass-snap front placket to wear snapped or open
- Ethical Craftsmanship: Hand-treated and made to order in Greensboro, North Carolina by sewers receiving a living wage
Sizing & Fit Info
Offered in size-inclusive O/S and O/S+ accommodating fits designed for a modern, straight-cut cropped frame.
Garment Measurements
| Size | Width | Length | Sleeve Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| O/S | 24" | 26.5" | 17.5" |
| O/S+ | 26" | 27.5" | 17.5" |
Hand painted natural fibers so no two are alike
Cold water wash (inside out) and hang dry or low heat. Iron OK
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