Better Than Linen | Pure Ramie Men's Burgundy Jacket | Chinese Frog Buttons | Mandarin Collar | Tai Chi | Handcrafted | S–XXL

Most men do not own a red jacket. Most men should.

Not a bright, primary red. Not a holiday red. This is burgundy — a deep, wine-dark red that photographs beautifully, pairs with navy, black, gray, olive, and cream, and looks far more wearable in person than it sounds on paper. In pure ramie, this red has a warmth and depth that synthetic fabrics simply cannot replicate.

This is the jacket for the man who knows exactly what he wants — and is not afraid to wear it.

✦ Red in Chinese culture — and why it matters for this jacket

In Chinese tradition, red is not simply a colour. It is the colour of celebration, prosperity, good fortune, and joyful occasions. For centuries, red has been the colour of choice for festivals, ceremonies, and moments of significance. The Chinese frog buttons on this jacket — hand-knotted from the same deep burgundy ramie — carry that same intention.

When you wear this jacket, you are wearing a colour that has meant something for a thousand years. That is the difference between clothing and craft.

✦ What is pure ramie?

This jacket is made from pure ramie — a natural plant fiber cultivated in China for over a thousand years. Most western buyers have never heard of it. Here is what makes it exceptional in this colour:

— Natural silk-like luster — in burgundy, ramie's subtle sheen gives the colour a richness and depth that flat-weave cotton cannot achieve. This red looks genuinely expensive
— Up to 8× stronger than cotton — holds colour permanently. This burgundy will not fade, grey, or lose its richness over time
— More breathable than linen — naturally hollow fiber. Despite the depth of colour, this jacket breathes in warm weather
— Naturally antibacterial — stays fresh all day
— Gets softer with every wash — the texture improves, the colour deepens
— Grown without pesticides — one of the most sustainable fibers on earth

✦ The Chinese frog buttons (盘扣)

Each button is a traditional Chinese toggle — a frog button or pankou (盘扣), hand-knotted from the same burgundy ramie as the jacket itself. They run the full length of the front, each one tied by hand, one knot at a time. In this colour, they are particularly striking — precise, considered, and completely distinctive.

People will ask about them. They always do.

✦ Design details

— Mandarin collar — structured and clean, sits close without pressure
— Traditional Chinese frog buttons — hand-knotted burgundy ramie, full front length
— Relaxed straight fit — comfortable and flattering for all body types
— Long sleeves with clean cuff finish
— Side pockets — functional and seamlessly integrated
— Deep burgundy / wine red — warm, rich, and permanently distinctive

✦ Also available in 5 more colours

This jacket comes in White, Green, Beige, Blue, and Black. See our companion listing for all colour options — same construction, same craft, different story.

✦ Wear it for

Tai Chi, Qi Gong, martial arts, Chinese New Year and cultural celebrations, gallery evenings, dinner, travel, or simply as the jacket in your wardrobe that makes everything else look ordinary. Red in pure ramie photographs beautifully — this jacket is as striking in pictures as it is in person.

✦ Sizing

Model: 6'2" (188cm), 172lb (78kg), wearing XL.
If between sizes, size up — the relaxed fit is designed to move.

S: Chest 42.5" (108cm) · Shoulder 16.3" (44cm)
M: Chest 45.7" (116cm) · Shoulder 18.5" (47cm)
L: Chest 48.0" (122cm) · Shoulder 19.7" (50cm)
XL: Chest 49.6" (126cm) · Shoulder 20.1" (51cm)
XXL: Chest 51.2" (130cm) · Shoulder 20.5" (52cm)

Message Jo for personal sizing help — I respond within a few hours.

✦ About our studio

My family has handcrafted pure ramie menswear in China for 22 years. Every jacket takes 7 days to complete by hand — cutting, stitching, knotting each button, pressing, and inspecting. We do not rush. We do not mass-produce. When you buy from us, you are buying from Jo directly. I stand behind every piece we ship.

✦ Care

Hand wash or gentle cold machine wash in cold water — cold preserves deep colours best. Lay flat to dry. Light iron on warm brings out ramie's natural luster. This jacket improves with every wash.

✦ Packaging & shipping

Every order arrives in our signature handcrafted packaging — considered, tactile, and completely gift-ready. Ships with tracking. Free shipping.