"Ume Cosmic" Bomber Jacket

Reversible bomber jacket, unique creation handmade in Brussels.

This unique piece with exceptional fabrics authentically reflects my upcycling approach , which also promotes artisanal textile know-how and creates bridges between cultures.

Were you looking for a high-quality piece with contrasting and bright hues?

I invite you to wear this floral patterned bomber jacket, a composition generous and abundant created from fabrics that I collected a to one and assembled in my workshop. 

Patchwork Identities:

This bomber jacket is a unique textile composition, a patchwork of colors, textures and shines that I created to take you on a little journey through different materials.

Vintage patterns and handcrafted materials:

I have hunted down and combined these patterned fabrics from different origins so that they can meet and discuss together what they have most beautiful to offer you.

Combining the shine of a fabric from a vintage Obi, (a Japanese kimono belt), with a piece of printed cotton curtain from the 70s and for the sleeves, the freshness of kantha, the vintage quilted Indian cotton.

Thai handcrafted silk is One of the most beautiful fabrics in my collections. Hand-woven from different rural regions of Thailand, its patterns were created using the ikat technique, a tie-dye technique done before weaving, with exceptional finesse and precision. So that you can fully enjoy it, I quilted the patch pockets on the front of this bomber jacket myself, which gives it even more consistency and relief to the touch.

Reversible with superb finishes:

This jacket is fully reversible, meaning it's perfectly finished. To make it as comfortable as possible, I've lined it with vintage printed cottons. To give it a perfect drape and a structured look, I've framed the lining with a damask silk facing.

It's when you put it on that you'll discover all the magic contained in these subtle manufacturing details ...

My artistic approach:

It was first while composing the range of fabrics that I was inspired to create this unique bomber jacket. And before having the honor of reworking these superb fabrics in my workshop, I spent years collecting and studying them to enhance the stories they tell. This deep interest in combining textiles of all kinds is at the heart of my creative process.

Made in BXL:

Made with great care and finesse , this unique piece, entirely handmade, required more than twelve hours of work for the research, the cutting, the creation of the quilting of the pockets, the textile composition, the sewing work, the assembly stages up to the finishing touches.

Handmade and upcycled textiles:

• Sleeves: Vintage Indian Khanta quilt
• Breastplate, shoulders: vintage obi, Japanese kimono belt
• Back and front: old thick cotton curtain, colorfast print
• Pockets: Quilted Thai handcrafted silk ikat
• Facing framing the lining: old damask silk curtain
• Lining: Japanese printed cotton on the front, cosmic pattern bed sheets on the back, Indonesian batik on the sleeves.
• Cotton jersey and gold lurex borders

Technical details:

• Patch pockets on the front
• Size L ("men's" model suitable for broad shoulders, long sleeves, flat torso)
• Length: 68 cm
• Shoulder width: 47 cm
• Underarm width: 60 cm
• Max chest circumference: 120 cm
• Sleeve length: 72 cm
• Reversible with reversible zipper closure
• High-end finishes
• Dry cleaning preferred

Want a custom creation?

Make an appointment at my workshop in Brussels so that together we can imagine a unique piece that fully reflects your style and your desires!