Studio D'artisan Men's 14 oz. Heavyweight Hickory Stripe Long Sleeve Work Shirt, 100% Cotton, Made in Japan (SDA D5335H)

Studio D'artisan Men's 14 oz. Heavyweight Hickory Stripe Long Sleeve Work Shirt, 100% Cotton, Made in Japan (SDA D5335H) Studio D'artisan This men's long-sleeve button-up shirt is made in Japan by Studio D'artisan (SDA), a brand known for its vintage-inspired craftsmanship and attention to detail. This piece is inspired by classic vintage American work shirts and is made from a 14 oz. heavyweight 100% cotton hickory stripe fabric in navy and off-white. The fabric is considerably heavier than typical shirting fabric, giving the shirt a substantial feel that works well not only as a regular button-up shirt, but also as a light shirt jacket. With Studio D'artisan's signature detailing throughout, this shirt balances an authentic workwear appearance with everyday wearability in a style that fits naturally into a contemporary casual wardrobe. Size and Fit Guide: Gender: Men. This item is sized closer to standard U.S./EU sizing and is designed with a clean, modern silhouette that provides a well-balanced fit without feeling overly tight or too loose. Compared with the more relaxed fit often associated with vintage work shirts, this shirt presents a more streamlined overall shape, while still allowing the substantial 14 oz. fabric to retain its natural structure and presence. The garment has been pre-washed, or one-washed, to help minimize shrinkage and give the fabric a more settled feel from the start. Because fit can vary depending on body type, preferred silhouette, fabric weight, and the design of the garment, please refer to the actual garment measurements listed below and compare them with a similar shirt you already own. All measurements are taken with the garment laid flat and are provided in both centimeters and inches. Please note that slight variations may occur due to manual measurement and natural individual differences between garments. Our model is wearing a tagged size 36. He is 5'9" (175 cm) tall, weighs 127 lbs (58 kg), and has a chest size of 36 inches (91 cm). He normally wears a US/EU S or 36. Available Sizes / Approximate Fit Reference: Tagged Size 36: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU S, or approximately a US/EU 36 in tops. Tagged Size 38: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU M, or approximately a US/EU 38 in tops. Tagged Size 40: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU L, or approximately a US/EU 40 in tops. Tagged Size 42: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU XL, or approximately a US/EU 42 in tops. Tagged Size 44: As a general guide, fits approximately like a US/EU XXL, or approximately a US/EU 44 in tops. The following measurements show the garment itself, not your own body. Please compare them with a similar shirt from your wardrobe to get a better sense of fit. In inches Tagged Size 36__Width: 19.7"__Length: 26.4"__Sleeve: 31.1"(23.2")__Shoulder: 16.1" Tagged Size 38__Width: 20.5"__Length: 27.2"__Sleeve: 31.9"(23.6")__Shoulder: 16.9" Tagged Size 40__Width: 21.7"__Length: 28.0"__Sleeve: 33.5"(24.8")__Shoulder: 17.7" Tagged Size 42__Width: 22.4"__Length: 28.3"__Sleeve: 34.6"(25.6")__Shoulder: 18.5" Tagged Size 44__Width: 23.6"__Length: 29.5"__Sleeve: 35.0"(25.6")__Shoulder: 19.3" In centimeters Tagged Size 36__Width: 50cm__Length: 67cm__Sleeve: 79cm(59cm)__Shoulder: 41cm Tagged Size 38__Width: 52cm__Length: 69cm__Sleeve: 81cm(60cm)__Shoulder: 43cm Tagged Size 40__Width: 55cm__Length: 71cm__Sleeve: 85cm(63cm)__Shoulder: 45cm Tagged Size 42__Width: 57cm__Length: 72cm__Sleeve: 88cm(65cm)__Shoulder: 47cm Tagged Size 44__Width: 60cm__Length: 75cm__Sleeve: 89cm(65cm)__Shoulder: 49cm [How We Measure the Actual Garment] Width (Chest Width / Half Chest): Lay the garment flat and measure straight across from side to side, approximately 3 cm (about 1.2 in.) below the armhole. Length (Body Length): Measured from the base of the back collar, where the collar meets the body, straight down to the bottom hem. Sleeve (Sleeve Length from Center Back): The first sleeve measurement is taken from the center back at the base of the collar seam, across the shoulder, and down to the end of the cuff. Sleeve in parentheses (Sleeve Length from Shoulder Seam): The sleeve length shown in parentheses is measured from the top of the shoulder seam to the end of the cuff. Shoulder (Shoulder Width): Measured straight across the back from the tip of one shoulder seam to the other. Made in Japan. Brand new with tags, in unused condition. *All measurements are taken by hand with the garment laid flat, using a measuring tape. *Please note that slight variations in measurements may occur due to individual garment differences and the measuring method. *Actual color may vary slightly from the photos due to lighting conditions and individual screen settings. Fabric and Construction Details: Overall Product Description: This men's long-sleeve button-up work shirt is made in Japan by Studio D'artisan (SDA), a brand known for its vintage-inspired craftsmanship, careful fabric selection, and detailed garment construction. This shirt is inspired by classic American work shirts and is made from a 14 oz. heavyweight 100% cotton hickory stripe fabric in navy and off-white. The material is considerably heavier than typical shirting fabric, giving the garment a firm, substantial, and structured feel. Because of its fabric weight and construction, it can be worn not only as a regular long-sleeve button-up shirt, but also as a light overshirt or shirt jacket depending on the season and styling. Design Concept: - The design follows the practical language of vintage American workwear, with details such as a collar stand, full button-front closure, buttoned patch pockets, reinforced pocket openings, set-in sleeves, single-button cuffs, side gussets, chainstitch run-off threads, and double-needle felled seam construction. These elements are not merely decorative. They are rooted in the functional construction of older work shirts, where durability, ease of movement, reinforcement, and practical daily use were important parts of the garment design. Fabric Material: - The fabric is a 14 oz. heavyweight hickory stripe cloth made from 100% cotton. Hickory stripe is a traditional workwear fabric characterized by narrow alternating stripes, here presented in navy and off-white. This color combination gives the shirt a classic American workwear appearance with a strong visual texture. The fabric has a heavier and more rugged hand than standard cotton shirting, making the shirt feel more substantial when worn. Fabric Density and Structure: - The cloth is densely woven, giving it a firm body, clear surface structure, and strong workwear character. The 14 oz. weight provides noticeable thickness and resistance compared with ordinary shirt fabrics. This density helps the garment hold its shape and gives the shirt a more structured appearance when worn. At the same time, because the fabric is made from cotton, it will gradually soften and settle through repeated wear and washing without losing its rugged character too quickly. Fabric Feel and Break-In Character: - At first, the fabric has the firm hand and crispness expected from heavyweight cotton workwear. It is not a soft, lightweight shirt fabric. Instead, it has a substantial feel with natural stiffness and body. Over time, the cotton fibers and woven structure will gradually relax, allowing the shirt to become more familiar to the wearer’s body. With regular use, the hickory stripe fabric should develop a more natural surface texture, deeper visual contrast, and a broken-in appearance that reflects the character of heavyweight cotton workwear. One-Wash Finish: - The garment has been pre-washed, or one-washed, during the finishing process. This treatment helps reduce the initial stiffness of the densely woven 14 oz. fabric and gives the shirt a more settled feel from the beginning. The one-wash process also helps the cotton fibers and weave structure tighten and stabilize to some degree before the garment reaches the customer. As a result, major shrinkage after purchase is less likely compared with an unwashed garment. Shrinkage and Dimensional Stability: - Because the shirt has already gone through a one-wash finishing process, the fabric has been allowed to contract to a certain extent during production. This helps improve dimensional stability and makes the sizing more predictable than an unwashed cotton garment. However, because the shirt is still made from 100% cotton, small changes may occur depending on washing method, water temperature, drying method, and frequency of wear. For best results, gentle washing and natural air drying are recommended. Collar Construction: - The shirt features a classic regular collar with a collar stand. The collar stand adds structure to the neckline and helps the collar keep its shape when the top button is worn open or closed. This construction gives the neck area better stability than a simple standless collar and helps create a clean, balanced appearance. The collar retains the practical look of a work shirt while giving the garment a more finished and structured upper-body presentation. Front Placket and Closure: The front is built with a full button-front closure for easy wear and removal. The front placket is constructed with six buttons, and the buttonholes are set vertically. Because the shirt uses heavyweight 14 oz. fabric, the placket has noticeable thickness and firmness. This gives the front of the shirt a solid workwear presence and helps reinforce the central opening, which is one of the areas that receives repeated stress during wear. Chest Pocket Construction: - The chest has buttoned patch pockets on both sides. Each pocket is sewn directly onto the surface of the body fabric, creating a practical, traditional work shirt construction. The pockets are open at the top and secured with buttons, giving them a functional utility-shirt character. The pocket shape is not a simple square. The lower corners are angled, giving the pocket a classic utility-shirt appearance and reducing the plainness of the front design. Please note that the pocket fabric is not pattern-matched to the base body fabric, so the stripe alignment may differ between the pockets and the surrounding shirt body. This detail gives the shirt a natural workwear appearance rather than a strictly formal or dress-shirt-like finish. The pockets provide both functional storage and a strong visual workwear reference. Left Chest Pen Opening / Pen Slot Detail: - The left chest pocket flap includes a buttonhole-style opening that can be used as a pen slot. This small functional detail is often associated with traditional work shirts designed for practical daily use, where pockets were commonly used to carry pens, small tools, or other work-related items. Although subtle, this detail gives the pocket a more utilitarian character and reinforces the garment’s connection to vintage American workwear design. Pocket Reinforcement: - The upper corners of both chest pockets are reinforced with bar-tack stitching. These areas are common stress points because they receive tension from repeated pocket use, hand movement, and small items placed inside the pocket. Bar-tack reinforcement strengthens these areas and helps prevent seam strain. This is a practical construction detail commonly used in durable workwear garments. Sleeve Construction: - The sleeves are made with a set-in sleeve construction. In this method, the sleeve is attached along the shoulder line and armhole, creating a traditional shirt structure with a natural shoulder shape. This construction works well with the heavier fabric because it allows the shirt to maintain a structured look while still following the natural line of the shoulders and arms. Cuff and Sleeve Placket Construction: - The cuffs are finished with a single-button cuff design. Each sleeve also includes a buttoned sleeve placket, often referred to as a gauntlet-style placket or sleeve opening. This allows the cuff area to open wider, making the shirt easier to put on and take off. It also makes it easier to roll the sleeves when needed. The combination of single-button cuffs and buttoned sleeve plackets gives the sleeve opening a clean, practical, and well-finished construction. Button Details: - All buttons are cat’s-eye buttons. Cat’s-eye buttons are commonly associated with vintage workwear and military garments, and their recessed center gives them a utilitarian appearance. The dark button color creates a subtle contrast against the navy and off-white hickory stripe fabric. These buttons function as small but important design details, reinforcing the shirt’s vintage-inspired workwear character without making the garment look overly decorative. Back Yoke Construction: - The upper back is constructed with a back yoke, using an additional layer of fabric applied to the yoke area for added strength and stability. This double-layer yoke construction reinforces the shoulder and upper back area, where stress can occur during movement. The back is made without pleats, giving the rear of the shirt a clean and straightforward appearance. This creates a more controlled back silhouette while still maintaining the practical durability expected from a traditional work shirt. Hem Shape: - The hem is finished in a rounded shirttail shape. The front and back centers extend lower, while the hem curves upward toward the side seams. This traditional hem shape gives the shirt a classic work shirt appearance and helps create a natural vertical line when worn. Because the fabric is a substantial 14 oz. heavyweight hickory stripe cloth, the rounded hem also helps soften the visual heaviness of the garment and prevents the lower edge from looking too rigid or block-like. Compared with a straight hem, the rounded hem gives the shirt a more traditional shirt-like character while maintaining a rugged workwear appearance. Side Gusset Reinforcement: - The lower side seams are reinforced with triangular side gussets. The side hem area is a stress point because it can be pulled during movement, sitting, washing, and repeated wear. The gussets help strengthen the point where the side seam stitching and the hem meet, reducing strain at this vulnerable junction and helping prevent seam damage. This reinforcement is placed at the lower edge of the shirt, where the framed seam construction and the rounded hem come together. This detail is commonly seen on vintage work shirts, and it adds both functional reinforcement and period-correct visual character. Run-Off Threads / Thread Runoffs: - Two distinctive run-off threads are intentionally left extended from the side seams and hanging down from the side hem. These threads come from the end of the chainstitch sewing process and are a detail often seen on older work shirts. Rather than being cut short at the seam edge, the thread ends are deliberately left long so that they visibly extend beyond the hem and hang from the lower side seam area. On many modern garments, these thread ends are usually trimmed away for a cleaner and more uniform appearance, but leaving them extended in this way is a deliberate reproduction-style detail. This detail does not affect the basic function of the shirt, but it helps recreate the appearance of vintage shirt construction and reflects traditional sewing methods. The extended thread runoffs add a small but meaningful trace of period-correct workwear production and reinforce the garment’s authentic vintage-inspired character. Main Seam Construction: - Key areas such as the side seams, shoulders, armholes, and back yoke are sewn with double-needle felled seam construction. This method folds and secures the fabric edges while stitching them down with two parallel rows of stitching. The construction helps keep the seam allowance stable inside the garment and improves durability in areas that receive repeated movement and tension. The two visible rows of stitching also create a strong visual workwear detail on the outside of the shirt. Durability and Wear Character: - The combination of heavyweight 14 oz. cotton fabric, reinforced pocket openings, side gussets, double-needle felled seams, and a structured back yoke gives the shirt a durable workwear-oriented construction. The garment is designed to retain a firm and substantial feel at first, then gradually develop a more personal texture through wear. As the cotton breaks in, the fabric, seams, and hickory stripe surface will gain more depth and character, making the shirt more expressive over time. Overall Construction Character: - This shirt combines the structure of a classic American work shirt with the substantial feel of heavyweight Japanese-made cotton hickory stripe fabric. The garment includes many workwear-specific construction details, including a collar stand, full button placket, buttoned patch pockets, pen opening, bar-tack reinforcements, set-in sleeves, buttoned sleeve plackets, cat’s-eye buttons, back yoke, rounded shirttail hem, side gussets, chainstitch run-off threads, and double-needle felled seams. These details give the shirt a strong vintage workwear identity while keeping it wearable as a modern casual shirt or light shirt jacket. Care Instructions: - Machine wash cold to warm (up to 104°F / 40°C) on a gentle cycle. - Do not use bleach. - Iron at medium temperature with a pressing cloth if needed. - Do not dry clean.