Samurai natural indigo and kakishibu dyed zip hoodies are BACK. We received these for the first time in February and we’d never seen a hoodie sell out this quickly. We had Samurai produce a run just for our stores and they’ve just landed at all stores and online. This hoodie is built from a substantial 14.5oz fleece developed specifically for this release. The knit is tightly constructed from 30-count cotton yarns that have been rope-dyed in natural indigo, resulting in a rich tone and a dry, slightly grainy hand. Because the yarns trap tiny air pockets, the fabric has a uniquely firm structure that will break in and mold to the wearer with time. After construction, each piece is treated with a kakishibu (persimmon tannin) overdye, which layers a warm, earthy cast over the indigo base, especially in the interior. This traditional dye not only deepens the overall color but also adds natural antimicrobial properties and increased fiber strength. As the sweatshirt ages, the kakishibu finish will slowly react to light and oxygen, creating a deepened hue and a patina.

The S3000VXII model is also here, made of Samurai’s 17oz Zero Bushido denim and comes with red herringbone pocket bags, a red/silver selvedge ID, and some seriously nice custom anodized buttons. These have a really great texture due to the tightly twisted slub yarns mixed with a longer staple cotton for that very unique Samurai feel and look.

Lastly, Samurai’s wide leg 15oz selvedge chinos are here. Samurai have created an amazing chino cloth using a very thick #6 yarn to create one very impressive fabric. The yarns are sulfur-dyed in a khaki color and then woven on an old power shuttle loom; they've managed to create a real gem of a fabric. The design is heavily based on Japanese vintage work pants of the 1960s; these have a medium rise and wide leg.