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Why Arkives
- Authentic vintage garment
- Carefully sourced archive pieces
- Each item is one of a kind
- Shipped from Spain
Description
The definitive reference on American denim — 260 pages tracing the history of denim, from the early 1900s to the 1990s. Original pieces, details and eras, all in one reference.
Published by Heritage / Lightning Magazine (Japan), this revised edition features detailed photography of original garments, label chronology, construction analysis, and collector's notes.
Used by dealers, stylists, and serious collectors across Japan for decades.
Nearly impossible to source in Europe — we carry it made to order, shipped directly from Tokyo.
How it works: This is a made-to-order item. Orders are grouped into batches and shipped from Japan once the minimum is reached. Your payment is taken at checkout and your copy ships with the next confirmed batch.
Batches:
- Orders placed October 6 to November 3, 2026, shipping will begin in mid December 2026
- Orders placed November 4 to November 30, 2026, shipping will begin in mid January 2027
- Format: softcover, 260 pages
- Language: Japanese (highly visual — photography-led)
- Publisher: World Photo Press / Heritage
- Origin: Japan
Care
To maintain the beauty and integrity of your purchase, we recommend treating it with care. Simple maintenance practices, such as gentle washing and proper storage, can effectively preserve the longevity of your favorites. We encourage you to refer to the care instructions included with each item, designed to help you keep your purchase in top condition. Please Note that all pieces are vintage and can show some defects.
MODEL MESURMENTS
Issey is 1.74m tall, weighs 59 kg, has a 72 cm waist, and is wearing a size 28 pants