STUDIO D'ARTISAN "D1909 VIETNAM WAR" 14OZ STRAIGHT JEANS

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The Studio D’Artisan “Vietnam War” Selvedge Jeans are a thoughtful exploration of what a true war model might have looked like had it emerged during the turbulent 1960s. Rather than reproducing a single historical garment, this pair blends factual references with imaginative interpretation — a denim “what if?” rooted in military and workwear history.

During World War II, strict government regulations reshaped everyday clothing. Denim production was forced to adapt: surplus fabrics were reused, trims were simplified, and non-essential details were removed to conserve materials. Many skilled craftsmen were reassigned to military uniform production, leaving jeans to be sewn by less-experienced workers. The result was denim with rough stitching, uneven details, and a utilitarian character born of necessity rather than design.

Studio D’Artisan takes this historical context and projects it forward into the Vietnam War era. The brand imagines how denim might have continued to evolve under similar constraints — becoming even more stripped-back, functional, and raw. The result is a pair of jeans that feels authentic, rugged, and intentionally imperfect.

Key design elements reflect this concept. The back pocket stitching is painted rather than sewn, echoing material-saving techniques. The pocket bags feature tiger stripe camouflage, a pattern widely used during the Vietnam War. Iron laurel buttons, an era-inspired tear-away style label, and detailing based on the classic 1966 denim model further reinforce the historical narrative.

Despite its utilitarian inspiration, the jean maintains balance and wearability. The classic straight silhouette offers a timeless fit, while the 14oz original selvedge denim provides durability with character. Finished with oxidized Studio D’Artisan buttons, engraved copper rivets, selvedge construction throughout, and a recycled paper pulp waistband patch, every detail feels deliberate and story-driven.

This is not a reproduction — it’s a reinterpretation. A piece that merges history, imagination, and craftsmanship, celebrating the beauty found in imperfection and the enduring appeal of wartime denim aesthetics.

Specifications

  • 14oz Original Selvedge Denim

  • 100% Cotton

  • Classic Straight Fit

  • One Wash

  • 4-button selvedge button fly with oxidized Studio D’Artisan buttons

  • Engraved copper male/female rivets

  • Tiger camo pocket bags

  • Selvedge detail on fifth pocket

  • SDA original painted back pocket stitch

  • SDA recycled paper pulp waistband patch