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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 vintage sweatshirts — covering the full spectrum of collegiate, athletic, and souvenir fleece from the 1940s through the 1980s.
Published by Heritage / Lightning Magazine (Japan), this second volume features detailed photography of original garments, including chain-stitched graphics, gusset construction, and blank manufacturer identification across every major era of American sweatshirt production.
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.
Current batch: orders placed before June 28th ship in early August.
- Format: softcover, 268 pages, 28.5 × 21 cm
- 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