SOMETARY French Army Linen Wool Vest Indigo Dyed Red Iron Navy Ladies [SO-LWVE01]

An original project [SOMETARY] with a craft cafe and Somer Kobo Takeo Nakaie.

This is a project to re-dye dead stock military wear that has been left unused overseas with natural dyes such as indigo and madder to create items with new appeal.

After working as a designer at a shipbuilding company, Mr. Takeo Nakaya of Someru Kobo learned dyeing techniques using natural dyes at a natural dyeing workshop in Kyoto, Tesomemeya , and became independent in Kyoto.

“Sometali” started when Mr. Nakaya experimentally dyed dead stock military items that were sleeping at a craft cafe.

Military wear with a rugged image is also dyed in layers with vegetable dyes, giving it a color that naturally blends into everyday life. In addition, in the process of plant dyeing, a moderate vintage feeling is added, and it changes to a tasteful expression.

Born from the idea of ​​“vegetable dyeing x military”, “SOMETALI” has an atmosphere that can be enjoyed not only by those who like military fashion, but also by men and women.

"Sometali", "Tameshitari", "Tsukuttari"... We will deliver items that you can meet new discoveries born through trial and error with natural dyes.

A simple vest that is easy to incorporate into your outfit among military items. You can enjoy the fashionable atmosphere of Euro Military as it is.

Hanadairo front

Hanadairo bag

Tetsukon-iro front

Tetsukon-iro bag

The black-dyed French military vest has been further dyed with Indian indigo to give it a deep color.

The back of the armhole is lined with reinforced fabric to prevent wear and tear, and the V-neck part is also double-layered, giving it a sturdy construction that is unique to military use.

It's a blend of wool and linen with a unique crisp feel, and it's not too thick and very light, so you can wear it all year round.

Slightly longer length and relaxed silhouette. A deep color that makes a soft outfit look sharp.

Model is 161cm (female) and wears a size XL

side/back



Layer it with a long dress or shirt dress, or layer it with a tunic shirt or long shirt for a wider range of coordination and a more mature look.

Although it contains wool, it doesn't have the thickness of autumn/winter knitwear, so it's easy to wear in all seasons.

The slightly rough naturalness of linen creates a relaxing atmosphere.

Basic design with no unnecessary decorations

Since it is a V-neck type, you can enjoy the fashionable look of your neck depending on the inner layer you wear inside.

There are no stitches on the hem, and it looks like it has been cut off.

You can enjoy the atmosphere of NEP especially in Hanadairo.

Tetsukon-iro is a simple black, so it is easy to match with various colored tops.



A classic vest for enjoying layered fashion.

It doesn't have the ruggedness of military fashion, and it goes well with simple, casual, and natural outfits.

Not only for yourself, but also recommended as a gift for birthdays, anniversaries, celebrations, Valentine's Day, Father's Day, Mother's Day, Respect for the Aged Day, Christmas, etc.

It takes several days from the start of dyeing to the finish, repeating the process of burning the dye plants, dyeing, mordant, and leaving.

Mr. Nakaya moved from Gifu to Kyoto with the aim of creating his own unique products, learned the dyeing process at the natural dyeing workshop "Tesomeme-ya", and now runs a dyeing shop called "Someru Kobo" that deals with natural dyes.

Material/Processing/Size

material	linen/wool
Color	Hanada-iro/Tetsukon-iro
size	L/XL

As this is a dead stock product, there may be slight variations in size, length, and specifications depending on the lot.

Please understand the above points as the nature of military products.

*Please contact us in advance if you would like to check the size of the product you will receive.

Points to note when ordering

Due to the characteristics of military-released products (actual products), dead stock products may deteriorate over time. Please consider purchasing after acknowledging small scratches, some stains, wrinkles, etc.

There may be some unevenness in the dyed color, and there may be individual differences in the degree of dyeing. We would appreciate it if you could understand it as one of the "flavors" of natural dyeing.

Please note that the color may transfer due to friction or getting wet with water.

When washing, we recommend washing separately. When storing, store in a dark place away from light to prevent fading due to light.

Please refrain from tumble drying.