COMME des GARCONS SHIRT 04AW Felted Mao Collar Check Jacket Car Coat One of the signature techniques first introduced by Comme des Garçons in the Fall/Winter 1994 season for COMME des GARCONS HOMME PLUS was "felting" (縮絨加工 - shukujuku kakou). By strongly shrinking wool fabric, it creates a unique distortion and three-dimensionality, breaking the conventional concept of tailoring and leaving a significant impact at the time. It is an indispensable technique when discussing Comme des Garçons' archives. This piece uses felted wool, released approximately 10 years after its introduction, in the Fall/Winter 2004 season from COMME des GARCONS SHIRT. It can be considered a somewhat anniversary model in the context of the archives. Unlike the strong felt-like texture seen in the 90s felting, this piece uses felted wool with a slightly crisp texture. It has a dry touch within its softness, making it easy to pair with other materials and suitable for everyday wear. On the other hand, the cuffs reveal lining, allowing you to fully appreciate the rough texture unique to felting and Comme des Garçons' characteristic details. The color is a check pattern composed of blue and a slightly muted white. The grid is intentionally arranged diagonally, further emphasizing the distortion and three-dimensionality created by the felting, showcasing Comme des Garçons' avant-garde approach reminiscent of early felted pieces. It can also be worn as a mao collar by fastening the top button. The silhouette is a long jacket, like a car coat with a slightly longer length, striking a good balance between the lightness of the Shirt line and the presence of a coat. Among the felted series from the archives, this is a model that is easy to incorporate into daily life while still retaining Comme des Garçons' signature style. Size: S Shoulder width: approx. 46.5cm Body width: approx. 51.5cm Sleeve length: approx. 65.5cm Length: approx. 75.5cm As this is an archival item, there is some sign of use, but there is no damage that hinders wear, and it is still in wearable condition.