Katharine Hamnett, 1980s Cargo Pocket Denim Jacket

Katharine Hamnett achieved stardom as a fashion designer in the early-1970s, after graduating from Central Saint Martins. Her early work featured a wide array of military references, usage of surplus material and pioneering ethical production. Her work, not as well recognised now, heavily influenced both British popular culture and politics, especially in the 1980s, through the strength of her work. She was also the first designer to win the British Fashion Council’s ‘Designer of the Year’ award in 1984.

Hamnets take on a denim jacket, using cargo pocket placed on the body giving an exagerated look. Further details incldude a buttoned closure, stitched epaulettes, two lower pocket and one mini pocket on the waistband. Finished off with waistadjustments and wrist button details.

Size 52.

Chest: 63cm
Shoulder: 53cm
Length: 58cm
Sleeve length: 58cm

Condition 8/10, missing one button.