Fort Denison Sandstone Jacket

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Size 38 US

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Known to Sydney’s original inhabitants, the Eora as ‘Mat-te-wan-ye’, the island which is now known as Fort Denison was originally a prominent sandstone monolith standing approximately 49 feet (15m) directly out of the middle of Sydney Harbour, close to Sydney Cove. Both its prominence and proximity to the first European settlement in Australia, in the nearby cove were the cause and justification for its transformation. Soon after settlement the giant rock was quickly broken up into sandstone bricks and hurled back into the harbour to construct the port, Circular Quay, a stone’s throw from The Rocks, where Joe Bananas Australian Flagship is situated.

As a prison and later as a military fortification, Fort Denison was ironically rebuilt of sandstone which came from the Harbour’s North Shore but the vision of its forgotten history is the inspiration for this weave. As it once rose from the Harbour, the sandy peaks of this herringbone weave rise and fall, weaving a timeless classic piece of our collection.

 

DRESS IT UP: White linen trousers, white linen shirt, white sneakers and don’t forget your sunhat.

 

DRESS IT DOWN: An earthy or tonal printed shirt and a pair of our finest Newport Yacht Club silk twill trousers will set you sailing in this jacket.

 

FUN FACT: Completed in 1857, the defensive fortification of Fort Denison is the only Martello Tower ever constructed in Australia and the last ever undertaken within the former British Empire.

 

WEAVE INFO: 
100% Handwoven Raw Silk
Lining: Bemberg
Buttons: Coconut Shell
Weave Time: 256 days
Weave Yield:  33.1 yards

 

Fort Denison Sandstone

Fabric#: 1595

At Joe Bananas, our commitment to the Perfect Fit is absolute. We understand that every man is unique and we strive to get the perfect custom fit for you.

You will receive a complimentary Fitting Consult (by Zoom) with one of our Lead Stylists with any purchase of a custom tailored Jacket. Our team will contact you as soon as possible to schedule this at a convenient time for you.

This will include full measuring, a styling consult and our undivided attention to ensure you get the Perfect Fit for you and your taste.

We will then craft a pattern with your name on it, cut your garment to size and make from scratch just for you. Our Tailored collection is true custom fitting for the Perfect Fit Guarantee.

The perfect fit Guarantee

At Joe Bananas, our commitment to the Perfect Fit is absolute. We understand that every man is unique and we strive to get the perfect custom fit for you.

You will receive a complimentary Fitting Consult (by Zoom) with one of our Lead Stylists with any purchase of a custom tailored Jacket. Our team will contact you as soon as possible to schedule this at a convenient time for you.

This will include full measuring, a styling consult and our undivided attention to ensure you get the Perfect Fit for you and your taste.

We will then craft a pattern with your name on it, cut your garment to size and make from scratch just for you. Our Tailored collection is true custom fitting for the Perfect Fit Guarantee.