Upcycled Orange Sweatshirt Jacket with Denim & Hand Embroidery
This one-of-a-kind upcycled jacket is a stunning yet simple transformation of a plain 3/4 length, cropped sweatshirt, reimagined with repurposed denim jeans trim and chainstitched hand embroidery. The sweatshirt base offers a soft, slightly stretchy fabric that ensures a cozy yet modern fit. Its cropped silhouette sits just above the waist, paired with 3/4 length sleeves that end in ribbed cuffs.
The jacket’s standout feature is the creative integration of denim trim sourced from upcycled jeans, which brings texture and contrast to the design. The denim appears in various forms: framing the collar with an authentic waistband and button closure running vertically along the front edges, and forming functional pockets with iconic jeans stitching.
Elevating the jacket’s artisan charm is the hand embroidery, meticulously stitched in red. Find these embroidered accents along the seams, pockets, or central panels, blending seamlessly with the upcycled materials to create a cohesive, personalized look.
Blending casual comfort with vintage-inspired edge, this jacket sports versatility: cropped fit pairs effortlessly with high-waisted jeans, skirts, or dresses, while the mix of soft sweatshirt fabric, rugged denim, and embroidered accets offers a dynamic interplay of textures. Perfect for a creative, fashion-forward wardrobe with a classic, patriotic color message, this upcycled piece celebrates eco-conscious design and the beauty of handmade artistry.
Size: Med-lg - truly, not much 'fit' to it as it hangs open at the center front.
Fiber Content: 60% poly 40% sweatshirt, cotton denim trim
Care Recommendation: Machine wash and dry, cool/delicate. Collar lowermost edge will fray up more with each wash.
Finished Garment Measurements
Center Front Length: 16.5" from top of collar to hem
Center Back Length: 20.5" "
Side Seam Length: 11"
Sleeve Length: 17.5" 3/4 length sleeves
Cuff circumference: 10" - stretch
Hem Circumference: 45"
