Based out of Japan's Iwate Prefecture, one of the northernmost provinces, Gorsch was born into a quiet rural life, taking inspiration from antique German tailoring and early proto-workwear. The garments are beautifully constructed, frequently making use of deadstock vintage textiles, with tailored silhouettes and unisex styling.

Gorsch's Spring/Summer 2024 Collection is their 12th seasonal release, and takes inspiration from the wardrobe and personal style of a local grape farmer, Mr. Sasaki, and his wife, Kanako. They run a small farm in Iwate's Shiwa District, growing grapes for white, red, and orange natural wines using what Gorsch refer to as "natural farming principles" - having purchased and restored an abandoned vineyard to produce naturally fermented wines.

With names like Bauer & Bauerin, both meaning "farmer" in German, the styles are understated - "simple" in appearance yet deceptively complex in execution. The rustic undertones in each piece's design help to balance the more formal silhouettes, creating elevated casual garments that fit easily into a summer wardrobe, whether you're on the farm laboring, or sharing a bottle of something with friends: you'll look your absolute best.

The Bauer Blouson is an outstanding jacket, with an oversized unisex fit that emphasizes the body, featuring a small Harrington-style collar and fitted waist with pleating through the torso. The sleeves are relaxed and roomy, and the hand pockets are cut into the side seams for a more clean silhouette that sits easily and comfortably over other layers. When worn partially-zipped, the collar spreads out in a "dog ear" style, but can be buttoned fully-closed for more coverage.

It's made from Gorsch's "Weather Wool" a wool/linen fabric with all the best features of both fibers that make it up. Woven at a slightly low tension, the wool yarns are brushed for softness, helping to minimize the linen content's wrinkling without eliminating the subtle sheen present across its face. It's given a final rinse after finishing as well, helping relax the fibers further and emphasizing some of the unique textural irregularities throughout.

The pinstriped outer shell is further enhanced by the cotton lining, which is made from a deadstock check twill fabric, with tonal hardware and custom woven labels. Over time, the already exceptional outer fabric will continue to break in, developing a unique and "authentic" patina throughout.

Fits true to size. Dry clean only.

• 52% wool / 48% linen
• Gray pinstripe Weather Wool fabric
• Fully lined
• Deadstock cotton check lining
• Zip placket
• Oversized body
• Full sleeves
• Pleated torso
• Harrington collar
• Unisex fit
• Two hand pockets
• Tonal hardware
• Clean finish interior
• Button cuffs
• Custom woven labels
• True to size
• Dry clean only
• Made in Japan