Men's Chambray Shirt, Vintage Japanese Chambray
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- Material
- 100% cotton, chambray, plain weave, dyed warp
- Construction
- Japanese chambray fabric 9 oz | 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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Style
Men's Chambray Shirt, Vintage Japanese Chambray
Style sizes
| Half chest (cm) | Front length (cm) | Sleeve length (cm) | Size to choose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | 71 | 63 | SMALL |
| 53 | 73 | 64 | MEDIUM |
| 55 | 74.5 | 65 | LARGE |
| 57 | 76 | 66 | X-LARGE |
| 59 | 77.5 | 66 | 2XL |
Garment measurements laid flat, in centimeters. A half-measurement reads doubled.
Measured on the body, under the arms, without pulling tight.
The one you usually take, whatever the brand.
The men's chambray shirt, from blue collar to wardrobe
Chambray owes its name to Cambrai. A cloth of French origin, it was adopted by the American working class before becoming the uniform of blue-collar workers, sailors and soldiers, then moved from the workshop to Hollywood without changing shape. Its construction is simple: an indigo-dyed warp thread crossed with an ecru weft, in plain weave, which gives that irregular blue shade. Our men's chambray shirt keeps that workwear logic, in a Japanese chambray.
- Material: 100% cotton Japanese chambray, 9 oz, woven by Collect in Okayama
- Look: vintage patina achieved without weakening the fibre
- Making: assembled on a vintage Union Special 37800
- Pockets: two rounded chest pockets, indigo cat's-eye buttons
- Origin: Japanese cloth, made in Morocco
Cut and sizing
From S to 2XL, half chest runs from 51 to 59 cm (20 to 23.2 in), front length from 71 to 77.5 cm (28 to 30.5 in) and sleeve from 63 to 66 cm (24.8 to 26 in); it also comes in XS and 3XL. The shirt is cut close: take one size above your usual size for a comfortable fit. The size guide helps you decide.
How to wear a men's chambray shirt
Under an Eugène workwear jacket, collar out. Under a suede-leather jacket for a contrast of materials. With a cuffed beige chino, or black jeans for two blues that don't look alike.
Care
Wash it as rarely as possible, and preferably by hand. In the machine: 30 °C (86 °F) inside out, short cycle, mild detergent with no bleaching agent, separately the first few times, because indigo bleeds. No tumble dryer: air dry in the shade. Iron at medium heat on the reverse if needed.
A chambray woven in Okayama
The cloth is a 100% cotton chambray, 9 oz, made in Japan by Collect on traditional looms in the Okayama region. It is a grade-A cloth, chosen for its hold. Its blue, bright at the start, has been patinated to give the effect of a shirt already worn.
Patina and durability
In three years, this chambray will have the soft blue of old workshop shirts.
Chambray owes its name to Cambrai. Born in France, it became the shirt of American blue-collar workers, sailors and soldiers, then of Hollywood, without changing shape. This one is cut from a 9 oz Japanese chambray: an indigo warp crossed with an ecru weft, for that irregular blue that softens with every wash. Here is how.
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firm material, solid color, clean finishes.
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the piece softens where it works the most.
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wear creases mark themselves and return from one wear to the next.
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follow the composition instructions; excessive heat and tumble dryers are to be avoided.
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borders and friction zones soften first.
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the color shades with use, without aging all at once.
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the piece is made: supple, familiar, always holding.
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a seam, a button, a snag is mended in the workshop.
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nearly three years: a well-kept piece gains in character what it loses in newness.
The chambray shirt is proof that a work garment can be elegant without changing anything. Denser than ordinary chambrays, it holds the collar and takes on a patina you can't buy. It is the shirt you end up wearing three days out of seven.
A patina that took time
We wanted to reproduce the look of an old shirt without damaging the material. Several formulas were tested, and the behaviour of the cloth was checked after many washes before we offered the shirt: that is what delayed its release. Let's be frank about the trade-off: a patinated cloth becomes more delicate. Wash it by hand, and it will last.
Sewn on an Union Special
The shirt is assembled on a vintage machine, the Union Special 37800, which gives the seams their relief. The two chest pockets are rounded, double-needle stitched, and reinforced with bar tacks at the opening. They close with cat's-eye buttons, dyed indigo, and keep a pen or a fountain pen within reach. 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.
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