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This shirt jacket is a vintage Su-Zen long-sleeved, collared piece, made of a linen cotton blend in... Show more

This shirt jacket is a vintage Su-Zen long-sleeved, collared piece, made of a linen cotton blend in a dark slate blue color. Made in the USA with Italian Linen. This Chicago boutique brand was founded by Susan Hahn in the 1980s and is known for small-batch, artisanal "art-to-wear" pieces in natural fibers. They rarely surface and are very desirable among collectors. Style: Features a lagenlook (oversized, layered look) design, full button front with pearlized chip buttons, front pocket, and a great collar. There is also a distinct patch pocket on the front right that is common to similar items from the brand. Era: Pieces from this designer are typically vintage, often dating back to the 1980s or 1990s. Su-Zen was a boutique label operational for 18 years before closing in 2002. The pieces are considered collectible for their unique design, often featuring intentional frayed fabric enhancements or unique textures, blending comfort with a sophisticated, artistic silhouette.