Patchwork Bush/Safari Jacket Recreation
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Having read about the great complexeties of parts of this jacket I've been looking at the LL Bean version which apparently much simpler and like the sleek look and colours so veering towards a jacket more like this:
https://plaidout.wordpress.com/2009/03/20/part-iv-ruth-porters-goldmine-the-jackets/
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I'm looking to get a replica of Hunter S Thompson's famous patchwork safari jacket made. As worn by Jonny Depp playing Raoul Duke in the movie Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas.
A few examples here:
https://www.google.co.uk/search?q=abercrombie+fitch+ll+bean+patchwork+jacket&prmd=sinv&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&fir=js8JOkObl1hSNM%253A%252CCWMSZUpMC7hb8M%252C_%253BAzeWxH2_KvDDvM%253A%252CeAwdMqbH3dMfKM%252C_%253B2OLWpe3dE53xBM%253A%252CeAwdMqbH3dMfKM%252C_%253Ba_bxQ4aNqim3EM%253A%252CrwdD3Yj3bGkJRM%252C_%253BSDCpltV_rMmZEM%253A%252CCWMSZUpMC7hb8M%252C_%253BztGcVPYOu8QeTM%253A%252CJU2OS0JYJpjOxM%252C_%253BBnpL2GDXNS8ZWM%253A%252CcKo2zM32-6hxOM%252C_%253BatoJLbQKHPrKBM%253A%252CxT4rSXsr3vdKqM%252C_%253B3k6F3Z0qpBBjqM%253A%252CokBjObdKwcu2-M%252C_%253BIL2kzmxuONzRwM%253A%252CXm15KVssDm9zBM%252C_&usg=__hyVY8FVYNoK964VWdHzQNt4RMGc%3D&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwixl4-6haXOAhXGaRQKHcgBC7sQ7AkIHg&biw=360&bih=561
From what I've read/seen a lot of the outer material is cordurouy with only a couple of patches, the tan and maybe olive being canvas.
Apparently every one of these jackets were different colouring so exact configuration might need deciding on though picture below shows one sample -Hunter's original version I think
Pictures of Somebodies work doing similar:
http://s765.photobucket.com/user/gonzo169/media/DSC_0371.jpg.html
Somebodies project with some interesting insights:
http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/forum/showthread.php?228392-Vintage-Abercrombie-amp-Fitch-(not-the-teen-clothing-co-)-Safari-Jacket-Fabric-Search
And another insightful thread on a project:
http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=93144
An old listing for one read:
1960s Abercrombie and Fitch SAFARI jacket!
+ canvas and corduroy multicolor patchwork design
+ utility/sportswear construction
+ button down front
+ two large hip pockets with button flaps
+ two large hidden back pockets with button flaps at back of hips
+ interior lining has large slits for even more pocket storage
+ lined in khaki canvas
+ a perfect Mid Century camping/utility coat
Alternatively I could source a similar plain jacket as a base and have the patches sown on?
Richard B.
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Hi Richard,
Sounds like a great project. Do you have a deadline?
KayleighRichard B.04 Aug 2016I was hoping to have for 24th August but if this unrealistic/not possible then its not the end of the world -I'd rather prefer for job to be done properly. The second deadline I guess would be to arrive for 15th September
Kayleigh M.04 Aug 2016Hi Richard,
Apologies I think even 15th Sep will be too tight for me as I'm quite busy atm. Good luck with the project!
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Hi Richard
I've just seen your note about perhaps buying a plan jacket and stitching the patches on, I think that would be a really bad idea and this project is definitely not for someone with entry level skills. You need to be aware of this if you want a great job... If you need any further information you are welcome to get in touch.
SoniaRichard B.03 Aug 2016Right thanks for the advice, would be nice to be done properly indeed I just thought about putting that option to seamstresses who may not be able to make a full jacket to widen suggestions.