SHANGRI-LA "SWEDISH" TAN MOTORCYCLE WAXED CANVAS JACKET

Limited Edition — Only 100 Pieces Worldwide

Drawing inspiration from the Swedish Army motorcycle jackets of the early 1950s, the Swedish Tan Motorcycle Jacket combines Scandinavian military heritage with traditional Italian craftsmanship and exceptional materials.

Originally developed for military dispatch riders navigating the harsh conditions of Northern Europe, the Swedish motorcycle jacket was designed with one purpose in mind: protection. Its distinctive silhouette, practical construction, and rugged character have since made it an unmistakable piece of military outerwear history.

This contemporary interpretation stays true to those utilitarian roots while introducing carefully selected fabrics and the attention to detail that defines Italian artisanal manufacturing.

The exterior is constructed from 12 oz Desert Waxed Canvas by Halley Stevensons, the renowned Scottish fabric manufacturer with a long history of producing premium weather-resistant textiles. Featuring a distinctive dry-wax finish, the canvas offers protection against wind, rain, and the elements without the greasy feel traditionally associated with waxed fabrics.

A specialised tumbling process softens the canvas and creates a naturally distressed surface, giving each jacket a beautifully worn-in appearance from the very beginning. With continued use, the fabric develops further creases, fading, and subtle variations in texture, creating a personal patina that only improves with age.

Inside, the jacket is lined with 100% virgin wool in a rich chocolate brown, sourced from Tuscany, Italy. Naturally insulating and breathable, the wool provides warmth and comfort in colder conditions while perfectly complementing the rugged character of the waxed canvas exterior.

Every jacket is individually handcrafted in Italy, where traditional techniques and meticulous attention to detail come together to create a garment designed to withstand years of wear.

Produced in a strictly limited run of just 100 pieces worldwide, each Swedish Tan Jacket carries its own individual character. Natural variations in the waxed canvas, along with the ageing process that follows, ensure that no two jackets will ever look exactly alike.

A distinctive piece of military-inspired outerwear, built for those who appreciate functional design, authentic materials, and garments that become better with time.

Each jacket comes with a premium 100% organic cotton storage bag, finished with a screen-printed logo and natural Havana-coloured rope closure.

Details

• Limited edition of 100 pieces worldwide

• Inspired by 1950s Swedish Army motorcycle jackets

• 12 oz Desert Waxed Canvas by Halley Stevensons, Scotland

• Weather-resistant dry-wax finish

• Tumbled canvas for a naturally distressed appearance

• 100% virgin wool lining sourced from Tuscany, Italy

• Chocolate brown wool interior

• Naturally insulating and breathable

• Develops a distinctive patina with wear

• Individually handcrafted in Italy

• Includes a custom 100% organic cotton storage bag

Made in Italy. Rooted in military heritage. Built to age beautifully.

Sizing Note

I'm 182 cm tall, weigh 68 kg, and wear a size Large.