The Harrington jacket is the most iconic "British" blouson.

It is not as formal as a tailored jacket, nor as rugged as a military jacket.

Yet, it naturally complements any style.

That is the unique, exquisite position the Harrington jacket holds.

Developed in the 1930s by the long-established Manchester brand BARACUTA, it became known as the "G9 jacket."

Later, the name "Harrington jacket" spread worldwide after the protagonist Rodney Harrington wore it in the American television drama "Peyton Place."

Originating as golf wear, it has been embraced through the ages by:

The British Royal Family,

Ivy Leaguers,

Mods,

Skinheads,

And even the Britpop era of the 90s.

It continues to be loved as it crosses through various cultures in every generation.

That is how perfect its design is.

The elegance loved by the British Royal Family.

Looking at the attire of the British Royal Family, it is clear that the Harrington jacket is by no means clothing only for the young.

Beige cotton.

A navy knit.

Gray trousers.

Brown suede shoes.

Keeping the color palette restrained,

and letting the materials speak for themselves.

That is the essence of British style.

Choosing it not for flashy design,

but as a durable tool to live with for a long time.

This perfectly aligns with the philosophy of SCYE BASICS.

The freedom loved by Britpop.

Meanwhile, in the 1990s.

In the Britpop movement centered on Oasis and Blur,

the Harrington jacket became a symbol of street culture.

T-shirt.

Denim.

Sneakers.

Even with a rough look,

it retains a sense of refinement.

That is likely thanks to the inherently British design of the Harrington jacket itself.

Precisely because it is a classic,

it changes its expression depending on who wears it.

There are not many blousons with such depth of character.

A new Harrington, reconstructed by SCYE BASICS.

SCYE BASICS is not a brand that simply copies vintage items.

They understand history,

and excel at naturally integrating it into modern life.

This reversible Harrington is exactly that.

While preserving British classicism,

it has been redesigned for a contemporary silhouette.

Expression 1: Beige Cotton Gabardine

The first thing that catches your eye is the

high-density cotton gabardine.

A firm structure.

A beautiful drape.

And a soft luster that changes depending on how the light hits it.

The color beige is

not one of flashiness,

but a color that expresses dignity.

Navy trousers.

Gray slacks.

White denim.

It blends naturally with anything.

Expression 2: The Britishness of Shepherd Check.

Turn it inside out to reveal

100% wool Shepherd check.

A traditional pattern long-cherished in Britain and Scotland.

It is not as formal as a glen check,

and not as assertive as tartan.

It possesses a quiet presence.

Wear it reversed,

and it’s like a vintage British blouson.

You can enjoy completely different worlds in one garment.

This blouson is beautiful.

Honestly, what I like most about it

is not when it’s completely reversed.

It’s when the collar is laid flat.

When the front is open.

The Shepherd check just barely peeks through.

This "now you see it, now you don't" amount of detail is exquisite.

In British tailoring,

there is a culture of showing off the lining.

The moment you walk.

The moment the wind catches it.

A color that appears for just an instant.

SCYE expresses that aesthetic

through the structure of a reversible design.

A silhouette perfected by a double zip.

The double zip adopted here is also an important point.

Open it slightly from the bottom.

Open it from top and bottom.

Fully open the front.

Just by the position of the zip,

it looks like a completely different garment.

It sits naturally when seated.

The hem doesn't flap when walking.

It is a specification where even the silhouette is designed.

Enjoy it because of the longer length.

Short lengths have been popular for blousons recently,

but SCYE is slightly longer.

There is a reason for this, too.

Wear it as is,

and it’s a classic British blouson.

Fold the ribbed hem inward,

and it becomes a contemporary cropped length.

Two balances in one piece.

You can adjust it according to your body type or bottom choice.

This is a design rarely seen in ready-to-wear clothing.

SCYE through a tailor's eyes.

What makes SCYE different from other brands

is its three-dimensional cutting.

The shoulders drop naturally,

and the arms move forward easily.

Even while being a raglan sleeve,

the shoulder area doesn't look sloppy.

This beautiful silhouette

is only achievable because it is a brand with tailoring expertise.

From apartir

Clothes have a backstory.

The reason the British Royal Family chose it.

The reason the youth of Britpop loved it.

This SCYE BASICS reversible Harrington jacket is the result of understanding both and translating them into a modern wardrobe.

The quiet elegance of beige cotton gabardine.

The British depth exuded by the Shepherd check.

From the check that barely peeks through the collar and placket to the versatile silhouette created by the double zip and the adjustable length, multiple expressions reside within a single garment.

The three-dimensional effect, the texture of the materials, and the way it looks due to being reversible—things that aren't fully conveyed in photos—are details I highly recommend you experience by trying it on yourself.

At apartir in Nayabashi, Nagoya, we are happy to assist you with styling and size selection. Along with our online shop, please come and find your own British style.