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Vintage 1950s French Chore Jacket | Authentic Bleu de Travail Workwear | Worn & Faded Cotton Jacket

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From the 1950s

Vintage 1950s French Chore Jacket | Authentic Bleu de Travail Workwear | Worn & Faded Cotton Jacket

✨ Description

A wonderfully authentic vintage French chore jacket dating from the 1950s, full of character, history, and the unmistakable charm that only decades of wear can create.

Made from sturdy blue cotton similar to denim, this classic Bleu de Travail workwear jacket has aged beautifully, developing the soft fading, wear patterns, and patina that collectors and enthusiasts actively seek out. Every mark tells a story, making this a truly unique piece of French workwear history.

The jacket features two front pockets, one embroidered with the initials BRC, adding a personal touch and further authenticity. The faded blue colour, worn cuffs, and honest signs of use give it the relaxed, effortless style that has made vintage French workwear so desirable.

Unlike modern reproductions, this jacket has earned its character through years of use and will continue to soften and develop with wear.

📏 Measurements

Label size: 46

Laying flat:

Pit to pit: 55 cm
Length (shoulder to hem): 63 cm
Inner sleeve length: 44 cm

Please compare measurements with a similar garment for the best fit.

🧵 Details
Authentic French workwear jacket
Circa 1950s
Traditional blue cotton fabric
Two front pockets
One pocket embroidered "BRC"
Original worn patina
Classic Bleu de Travail style

🧼 Condition

In well-worn vintage condition with plenty of character:

Cuffs show significant wear from use
One cuff button missing
One pocket button missing
Small hole to the lower front edge (see photographs)
Washed and clean, though some marks remain
General fading, wear, and age-related imperfections throughout

These signs of wear are part of the jacket's authenticity and charm and are highly sought after by many vintage workwear collectors.

Please study photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

💡 Perfect For
French workwear collectors 🇫🇷
Vintage fashion enthusiasts
Heritage clothing fans
Denim and chore coat collectors
Wabi-sabi and worn-in style lovers
Film and theatre costume departments

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Price:$114.66

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