One-of-a-Kind Denim Patchwork Jacket

Denim jackets become one-of-a-kind, wearable political and social commentary through designer McKenzie Rose’s touch. Using the jackets as a base, Rose pieces together patches, cut-up T-shirts and other garments, buttons and pins—all from vintage and thrift stores—to tell a specific story with each piece. From “Crack Kills” to The Casualties, tales range from the musical to the controversial. All Franc Bakon pieces are hand-sewn by …

Franc Bakon Patchwork Denim Jackets

Hand-sewn pieces that transform vintage denim into storied and stylish outerwear

Created in 2005 as a passion project by designer McKenzie Rose, Franc Bakon officially launches today, with their inaugural collection of denim jackets. In the spirit of true DIY culture, Rose sources all his materials from a variety of vintage and thrift stores, seeking out the best classic denim jackets and transforming them into a stylish, wearable political and social commentary. Using the jackets as …