SS03 Junya Watanabe Man Pink x Lewis Leathers AVIAKIT Waxed Denim Studded Jewel Biker Vest 

Conceived in 2002 under the vision of Junya Watanabe and Tao Kurihara, Junya Watanabe Man Pink was an experiment in contrast—a quiet rebellion where rigid menswear structures were softened, reshaped, and reimagined for women. With the tagline “menswear items for women,” the line twisted traditional tailoring and staple silhouettes with an unexpected delicacy. Masculine archetypes were subverted and softened by intricate prints and subtle details.

As the seasons passed, Junya Watanabe Man Pink carved out a devoted following, attracting those who appreciated its balance of structure and softness. By late 2013, whispers of its discontinuation further solidified its status as a fleeting but influential chapter—one where fashion’s boundaries were gently unstitched and reworked for women.

In 2003, embellishment took center stage. Jewels and studs rained down onto waxed denim, biker jackets, pointed-toe mules, and engineer boots. What was once raw and utilitarian now shimmered, refracting light like artifacts. The collection lived in duality—grit and glamour, rebellion encrusted in gems.

True to its menswear counterpart, Junya Watanabe Man Pink also served as a platform for collaborations, bridging the gap between womenswear and Watanabe’s ongoing partnerships with a myriad of menswear labels. Dismantling the idea of fashion’s binary and offering yet another gateway into Watanabe’s world of constant innovation.

To this day, Junya Watanabe Man Pink remains one of the most elusive and sought-after chapters in Junya Watanabe’s tenure.

This waxed denim vest, created in collaboration with Lewis Leathers’ Aviakit, features a jewel-embellished hem—a seamless fusion of utility and ornamentation. Originally established in the 1930s as a purveyor of aviation gear, Lewis Leathers’ Aviakit label found new life in the mid-1950s, becoming synonymous with the rebellious spirit of motorcycle culture.

Tagged Size S

Measurements:

Length: 60cm

Shoulder: 34cm

PTP: 44cm