Men's Denim Shirt, Vintage 9 oz Workshirt
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- Material
- 100% cotton, denim, twill weave
- Construction
- Made in Morocco
- Care
- Wash as rarely as possible: denim patinates better the less it is washed.
Wash at 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent.
Wash separately the first few times: indigo naturally bleeds.
Do not tumble dry: air dry in the shade.
Iron at medium heat on the reverse if necessary.
Air between wears rather than washing systematically.
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Men's Denim Shirt, Vintage 9 oz Workshirt
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Full size guide →The men's denim shirt, in nine ounces
The workshirt was born in the early 20th century in the United States as the work shirt of labourers and farmers: it protects from sun, dust and tools without restricting the arms. Our men's denim shirt brings back its cloth, a 100% cotton 9 oz denim, where an ordinary denim shirt settles for about 5 oz. At this weight the collar stays straight, the shoulders hold, and the cloth takes real use rather than decorative use.
Cut and sizing
Straight cut. From S to XXL, half chest runs from 53 to 61 cm (20.9 to 24 in), length from 70 to 74 cm (27.6 to 29.1 in) and sleeve from 63 to 66 cm (24.8 to 26 in). Take your usual size to wear it buttoned, or one size up if you want it as an overshirt. The size guide helps you decide.
How to wear a men's denim shirt
Sleeves rolled up, with a navy watch cap, as in our photos. Buttoned over selvedge jeans, or open over an ecru henley. Under a work jacket: two blues, never the same tone.
Care
- Wash it as rarely as possible.
- When needed: 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent, and separately from light laundry the first few times, because indigo bleeds.
- No tumble dryer: air dry in the shade.
- The patina will keep changing slowly, at the elbows and cuffs.
Shirt or overshirt, depending on the day
The density of the cloth gives it two uses. Buttoned, it is a shirt, worn over a T-shirt with the collar open. Open, it becomes a light overshirt, which a light denim cannot do. Worn over raw jeans, it plays on two blues of different depth.
The patina is created before sale: the shirt is washed and then stonewashed, which means washed with pumice stones that lighten the colour in patches, as on a shirt worn for years. This treatment also breaks the stiffness of new denim, so you can wear it from day one.
Patina and durability
In three years, this workshirt will have the elbows of your habits.
An ordinary denim shirt weighs about 5 oz and hangs limp. This one weighs 9 oz, like the American work shirts of the early 20th century: the collar stays straight, the shoulders hold. Stonewashed, it wears without a break-in. Here is what it becomes with time.
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deepest indigo, firm cloth: the denim bears no mark yet.
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it relaxes at the fold points and begins to follow your silhouette.
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movement creases set in: they are what will draw the patina.
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cold, inside out and as late as possible, to keep the contrast that is building.
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edges, pockets and borders lighten, while the blue stays deep elsewhere.
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the fold zones contrast sharply: marks that look like no one but you.
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one year: pale blue at the wear points, dense indigo in the protected areas.
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the denim is supple but keeps its hand; the seams hold the tension.
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nearly three years of lived indigo; a snag is mended in the workshop rather than replacing the piece.
Buttoned, it is a shirt. Open over a T-shirt, it is an overshirt. You buy two pieces for the price of one, in a cloth that really has what it takes to last. It is the garment you grab every morning without thinking.
A work shirt collar and cuffs
The collar stand is built with a double yoke in the American way, so the collar keeps its shape. The cuffs are rounded, with a gauntlet placket at the sleeve, and a reinforcing gusset strengthens the bottom of the sides. Under the collar, the woven Champ de Manoeuvres Heritage label.
Pockets, mother-of-pearl and stitching
The two chest pockets are double-stitched. They close, like the shirt, with four-hole mother-of-pearl buttons, sewn crosswise to last. All the stitching is tight, at 8 stitches per centimetre, in midnight blue Coats thread. The shirt is made in Morocco.
We are here to help you
Find here the answers to the most frequently asked questions to help you choose with confidence.
Our clothes are made from exceptional materials (Japanese selvedge denim, French wool from Tournier…) and assembled on vintage machines.
Every piece is designed to last, evolve and develop a patina over time. The fabrics are developed to our own specifications: we design our own weaves, then have them woven by the best mills in the world (Japan, France, Italy, Portugal, Morocco), often on old looms. A new cloth can take up to a year to come to life.
This exacting standard is what sets Champ de Manoeuvres apart.
Yes, we ship worldwide. Shipping costs are automatically calculated when you place your order. Delivery is free in France and Belgium for orders over €150, in Europe for orders over €300, and worldwide for orders over €400.
Delivery times vary depending on the destination: 2 to 5 business days in France, 2 to 8 days in Europe, and up to 16 days for the rest of the world. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the order is shipped.
Of course! Returns and exchanges are free in France and Belgium for all orders over €150. You have 14 days to try on your items at home and return them if necessary.
Each product sheet contains a detailed size guide and fitting advice. Please contact our customer service for personalized advice before your purchase. Otherwise, here is a link to a general measurement chart .
Each product comes with tailored care instructions. We favor durable, easy-care materials to ensure your clothes last a long time.
You can reach us through our contact page or by email. Our team will be happy to reply quickly and advise you.