Size: Labelled 33" waist; actual waist measurement 33"
Inside Leg: 4.5"
Leg Opening: 22.5"

Embrace the art of imperfection with our reimagined vintage denim shorts. Inspired by traditional Japanese techniques like boro (patching) and sashiko (stitching), these shorts celebrate the beauty of visible mending and sustainable fashion.

Crafted from authentic vintage denim, each pair showcases a mid-blue wash with natural highs and lows, reflecting its storied past. Enhanced with hand-stitched Japanese sashiko thread and a unique hand-embroidered number "#29" on the inner waistband, these shorts are a testament to thoughtful craftsmanship.

Key Features:

• Authentic vintage denim shorts

• Hand-stitched sashiko detailing using Japanese thread

• Unique "#29" embroidery on the inner waistband

• 100% cotton for breathable comfort

• Lovingly reworked by Emma in our Winchester studio

Please note: This upcycled product is not affiliated with or endorsed by any original brand owner.

Throw everything you know out the window. Vintage sizing is tricky but worth it! Modern sizing is generous and bigger then the size stated. The general rule of thumb, for vintage, is to go two sizes up (so if you're a size 27 in contemporary women's sizing, then you're a 29 in vintage Levi's). If you are unsure - check your measurements as all the garments have been measured.

The art of mending to prolong the life of a garment or object is at the heart of what we do. In our Winchester studio we use a mix of Sashiko and Boro techniques. Sashiko stitch is an antidote to the fast fashion world. It is used to reinforce points of wear on a garment and to repair worn places or tears with patches - creating Boro.  The running stitch is also used for decorative purposes. Textiles stitched and repaired in this way can be said to embrace the concept of ‘Wabi Sabi'.


Hand-selected vintage and pre-loved clothing which has been stitched, patched, mended and repaired in our Winchester studio by Emma. Reworked Vintage given a new lease of life.

Orders are handpicked, double-checked and then hand wrapped, before being taken to the local post office. We aim to dispatch all orders within 4-5 days. If you are not completely satisfied with your purchase, please contact us within 14 days to arrange a return & refund.