The Ivy style, introduced to Japan from America during the 1960s, took the fashion culture of the era by storm and continues to be passed down today. As Japanese enthusiasts endlessly refined this "IVY" aesthetic, its quality and level of completion earned widespread praise across Europe and America—to the point of being re-exported back to the United States.

The VINTAGE IVY COLLECTION began in 2012 following our encounter with Graham Marsh, an acclaimed UK-based art director and Ivy style authority. (Learn more here)
Together with Graham, we relentlessly pursued the definitive symbol of American Trad style: the Button-Down (B.D.) shirt. Uncompromising in every detail—from fabric choice and silhouette down to the perfect collar roll—we successfully created the exact B.D. shirt fans once longed for. Those who remember that classic era will find it nostalgic, while younger generations will discover something fresh and undeniably cool.

Starting from the Autumn/Winter 2026 season, all Vintage Ivy shirts will feature the woven neck tag and hangtag of our new international label, "KAMAKURA CLASSICS."

"KAMAKURA CLASSICS" is a label established by Maker's Shirt Kamakura for global markets. Drawing inspiration from our long-revered Vintage Ivy collection, it offers a complete product line rooted in 1950s–1960s American Ivy style. Carrying forward the exact same spirit of craftsmanship as the domestic Vintage Ivy line you know and love, this label continues to evolve for Ivy enthusiasts worldwide.Going forward, domestic Vintage Ivy items will also feature this updated label tag; however, the core craftsmanship—including fabric selection, pattern work, and tailoring remains completely unchanged. Please continue to enjoy the Vintage Ivy collection for years to come.

*The transition to the new neck tags will take place sequentially starting with new releases in Autumn 2026. Please note that both old and new tags may temporarily coexist during this transition period.