2022.06.08 | COMMENTARY
Custom-Made Vest for Various Occasions / AN100-D RIDING UTILITY VEST GRAY
This utility vest is a limited-edition color, available only at the ANACHRONORM official online store and balance okayama.
We've spotlighted the bespoke color of this perennially popular item.

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・AN100-D RIDING UTILITY VEST GRAY
This utility vest can enhance the functionality of various garments when worn over them.
The adjustable side zippers can be tightened for improved functionality in certain situations, or unzipped for a relaxed fit in casual settings like urban wear.
Additionally, the front and back pockets offer ample storage, making this a versatile and convenient garment.

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・・・FABRIC and DYED・・・
The fabric is a high-density canvas, reproduced from military tents, with threads woven to their limit.
We deliberately kept shrinkage and other finishing processes to a minimum, preserving the natural texture of the cotton.
For this special order, it has been sulfur-dyed in gray.
Dyeing such a high-density fabric with sulfur dye creates unevenness and a worn look.
Moreover, as you continue to wear it, the color will gradually fade, creating a unique texture and character, allowing you to enjoy its aging process.

・・・Impressions I tried using・・・
This time, we asked the director, who actually uses the vest, for his impressions.
Please read it as a reference.

*Wearing a coach jacket under the vest
The director, whose hobby is motorcycling, primarily uses the vest for touring.
Many motorcyclists dislike carrying backpacks or strapping luggage onto their bikes for one-day tours, ideally preferring to ride hands-free.
Since it has belt straps, it's convenient to wear over outerwear with less storage (like leather jackets or coach jackets) to secure storage space.
He also mentioned that, depending on the season, when starting early in the morning, it's chilly and he wears an outer jacket, but by midday it gets hot and he takes it off. He's very happy that he can store the jacket directly in the large back pocket.
He also said that when there's a little room left in the pocket after putting away his jacket, he sometimes puts small souvenirs from his trip in it on the way home.

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The director also keeps his cell phone, valuables, and water bottle in the front pockets.
It seems this vest could be used similarly for city cycling, not just motorcycling.
While we've focused on touring this time, please enjoy using it in various ways, such as for leisure, festivals, or urban use in the upcoming seasons.
Here are some photos of it being worn for your reference.

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MODEL : 182cm / 65kg / Wearing Size FREE
Other items worn
T SHIRT : NM-TS09 STANDARD EMB S/S T-S BLACK / SIZE 03
When wearing it as a fashion item for urban use, layering can be difficult in the summer heat, so a T-shirt x vest combination is recommended.
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Also, carrying a bag can be cumbersome in the hot summer, so the fact that it can serve as a substitute for a bag is another convenient point.
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We hope you all enjoy it.