Stevenson Overall Co.
Stevenson Overall Co. is a denim and workwear brand rooted in an American workwear maker of the 1920s and revived in 2005. Its jeans are made in Japan from Kuroki Mills selvedge denim.
| Original company | Portland, Indiana, 1920s |
|---|---|
| Revived | 2005 |
| Revived by | Zip Stevenson, Atsusuke Tagaya |
| Manufacturing | Japan |
| Denim | Kuroki Mills selvedge |
| Website | soc-la.com |
What is Stevenson Overall Co.?
Stevenson Overall Co., often shortened to SOC, is a heritage denim and workwear brand. Its modern collections are made in Japan and draw on early American workwear.
History
The original company was based in Portland, Indiana, and from the 1920s made rugged workwear for labourers and farmers. In 2005 the name was revived by vintage denim enthusiasts Zip Stevenson and Atsusuke Tagaya.
Products and positioning
SOC preserves twentieth century construction methods while updating fits and fabrics for today's wearers. Typical features include:
- Selvedge denim from Kuroki Mills in Japan
- Zimbabwe cotton, giving the fabric a slubby, textured character
- Flat felled seams and single needle stitching
- Workwear inspired jeans and garments
Distribution
The brand is sold through specialist denim retailers in Europe and North America as well as online.
Why it matters
Stevenson Overall Co. belongs to the group of reproduction and heritage denim labels that combine American workwear history with Japanese mill and manufacturing expertise, a niche with a loyal following among denim enthusiasts.
Frequently asked questions
Where are Stevenson Overall Co. jeans made?
All modern Stevenson Overall Co. denim is made in Japan, using selvedge denim from Kuroki Mills.
Who is behind Stevenson Overall Co.?
The historic workwear name was revived in 2005 by vintage denim enthusiasts Zip Stevenson and Atsusuke Tagaya.