Hand dyed with Black Tea and Chinese Gall
100% Cotton
Designed with a relaxed boxy fit
Each piece will have its own distinctive pattern
Organic cotton taped zipper from Riri
Labelled with a vintage batik dye tab
Given that the dyeing process is done by hand, it is important to note that there may be variations in colour and occasional colour accumulation at specific points
Please note actual colour and pattern may vary from product image
The Zip Trucker Jacket embodies a commitment to timeless design and artisanal craftsmanship. Rooted in the language of utilitarian workwear, it reimagines classic silhouettes with a contemporary sensibility, while preserving the quiet beauty of garments shaped by time. Subtle fading, carefully selected fabrics, and intricate natural dyeing details lend the piece a character that feels both lived-in and enduring.
Its distinctive tyrian charcoal‑purple hue is the result of a meticulous, multi‑stage dyeing process informed by centuries‑old techniques. The journey begins with immersion in a hot bath of Chinese Gall dye, where every thread absorbs a deep maroon foundation. Derived from gall nuts formed on Chinese sumac trees (Rhus chinensis), this natural dye has long been valued in traditional medicine, ink‑making, and textile work. The fabric is then dipped into a black tea dye, where the tannins of the leaves merge with the tones of the Chinese Gall to create a layered, complex colour. Repeated immersions gradually intensify the shade, culminating in a rich, sophisticated Tyrian purple with remarkable depth.
Completing the design, Riri zippers with a gun metal finish are employed — selected for their precision, durability, and understated elegance, reinforcing the balance of function and refinement at the heart of the piece.
Hand dyed with Black Tea and Chinese Gall
100% Cotton
Designed with a relaxed boxy fit
Each piece will have its own distinctive pattern
Organic cotton taped zipper from Riri
Labelled with a vintage batik dye tab
Given that the dyeing process is done by hand, it is important to note that there may be variations in colour and occasional colour accumulation at specific points
Please note actual colour and pattern may vary from product image
The Zip Trucker Jacket embodies a commitment to timeless design and artisanal craftsmanship. Rooted in the language of utilitarian workwear, it reimagines classic silhouettes with a contemporary sensibility, while preserving the quiet beauty of garments shaped by time. Subtle fading, carefully selected fabrics, and intricate natural dyeing details lend the piece a character that feels both lived-in and enduring.
Its distinctive tyrian charcoal‑purple hue is the result of a meticulous, multi‑stage dyeing process informed by centuries‑old techniques. The journey begins with immersion in a hot bath of Chinese Gall dye, where every thread absorbs a deep maroon foundation. Derived from gall nuts formed on Chinese sumac trees (Rhus chinensis), this natural dye has long been valued in traditional medicine, ink‑making, and textile work. The fabric is then dipped into a black tea dye, where the tannins of the leaves merge with the tones of the Chinese Gall to create a layered, complex colour. Repeated immersions gradually intensify the shade, culminating in a rich, sophisticated Tyrian purple with remarkable depth.
Completing the design, Riri zippers with a gun metal finish are employed — selected for their precision, durability, and understated elegance, reinforcing the balance of function and refinement at the heart of the piece.
