AW03 “Kinship Journeys” Multi-Zip Modular Jacket
Hussein Chalayan Autumn/Winter 2003 "Kinship Journeys" Multi-Zip Modular Jacket in Taupe
The Multi-Zip Modular Jacket is a highly transformable outerwear piece crafted from a technical cotton fabric. It utilizes a system of four interactive curved zippers to transition between different forms.
- Configuration 1 (Open-Front): With all zippers closed, the jacket presents an open-front profile, revealing a textured sherpa-fleece underside that is encircled by zipper tracks: two extending from the hem to the rear of the collar, and two lateral tracks stopping at the armholes, creating a topographical aesthetic.
- Configuration 2 (Runway Form): When the front zippers are released and the central snap-button placket is engaged, the jacket reveals a hidden internal architecture. This secondary form exposes an asymmetrical array of horizontal and vertical storage compartments beneath the outer shell.
The rear of the garment features a dimensional accordion pleat construction that can be expanded to alter the volume, while snap-button straps connect the front panels to the expandable rear. The piece is finished with a full lining, an interior pocket, and adjustable cuffs.
⬭ 95% cotton, 5% acrylic.
⬭ Made in Italy.
⬭ Fair vintage condition. Exhibits minor surface wear and marks on the rear. The left zipper pull is broken. Minor internal tearing on the cuff lining. Please refer to the last five photos for details.