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Bluey The Grouper Jacket
Limited Edition: 1 of 10
Regular price $3,800.00 USD
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We have created many thousands of custom made pieces for our clients over the past few decades. Our experience has told us that the best way for us to get this right the first time is to take your garment measurements.
The measurements below refer to your jacket. Measure your favourite jacket and compare to find your best size. Alternatively, order custom made and send us your favourite jacket's measurements, we will make you a personalised fitted piece.
Please see here for a measurement guide.
All measurements are in inches.
| Size | A. Chest | B. Waist | C. Hips | D. Shoulder | E. Arm Length | F. Centre Back |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36 US | 42 | 40 | 40 | 5.25 | 25 | 28.5 |
| 38 US | 43 | 41 | 41 | 5.25 | 25.25 | 28.75 |
| 40 US | 45 | 43 | 43 | 5.75 | 25.5 | 29 |
| 42 US | 47 | 45 | 45 | 6 | 25.5 | 29.5 |
| 44 US | 49 | 47 | 47 | 6.3 | 25.8 | 30 |
| 46 US | 51 | 49 | 49 | 6.5 | 26 | 30.5 |
| 48 US | 53 | 51 | 51 | 6.75 | 26.5 | 31 |
| 50 US | 55 | 53 | 53 | 7 | 27 | 32 |
For those that are already our clients, we will have your custom sizing stored in our records. Select "Custom Tailored' with confidence and we will take care of the rest.
For those who are new to Joe Bananas, we will custom make the jacket of your choice. Once you purchase we will be in touch with instructions on how to measure yourself so that we can tailor your piece with a personalised fit.
BLUEY THE GROUPER – Handwoven Raw Silk Jacket
A Sydney Legend. Woven into History.
"Blue Murder!" The headlines screamed when Sydney’s beloved giant blue grouper, Bluey, was allegedly taken down by a wayward tourist’s spear. But was it even her?
The tale of Bluey of Gordon’s Bay is one of Sydney’s most infamous urban myths—told in countless pubs, passed through generations of mates, and debated in just about every corner of the city. A local icon, the massive female blue grouper was untouchable in spirit, even if the truth behind her fate remains a mystery.
The Bluey the Grouper Raw Silk Jacket honours this oceanic legend with a striking step-weave, designed to echo the scaly brilliance of its namesake. Rich, deep blue silks interweave with aquatic tones, mimicking the fluid movement of a grouper gliding through the currents. This jacket isn’t just a statement—it’s a tribute, ensuring Bluey’s legend lives on.
HOW TO WEAR IT
- Dress It Up – Pair with a crisp white or seafoam-blue shirt and tailored navy trousers for a look as effortlessly commanding as the legend itself.
- Dress It Down – Keep it coastal with light-wash denim and a relaxed linen tee, embracing the laid-back charm of Sydney’s eastern beaches.
LIMITED HANDWOVEN EDITION
Handwoven over 200-300 days, with only 8-10 jackets per weave, this piece is as rare and irreplaceable as the local icon that inspired it.
- Handwoven raw silk – sleek, breathable, and full of movement.
- Deep ocean blue with aquatic tonal accents – a nod to the shimmering scales of the blue grouper.
- An urban legend woven into silk – a true Sydney story, made to be worn.
Like Bluey herself, this jacket is bold, unforgettable, and impossible to ignore. Extremely limited—secure yours before it vanishes into legend.
WEAVE INFO
100% Handwoven Raw Silk
Lining: Navy Bemberg
Buttons: Spanish Buffalo Horn
Weave Time: 245 Days
Yield: 31.5 yds
Bluey The Grouper
Fabric#: 1925
Bluey The Grouper Jacket
$3,800.00
- 36 US
- 38 US
- 40 US
- 42 US
- 44 US
- 46 US
- 48 US
- 50 US
- Custom Tailored
The Perfect Fit
At Joe Bananas, our commitment to the Perfect Fit is absolute. We understand that every man is unique and we strive to get the perfect custom fit for you.
You will receive a complimentary Fitting Consult (by Zoom) with one of our Lead Stylists with any purchase of a custom tailored Jacket. Our team will contact you as soon as possible to schedule this at a convenient time for you.
This will include full measuring, a styling consult and our undivided attention to ensure you get the Perfect Fit for you and your taste.
We will then craft a pattern with your name on it, cut your garment to size and make from scratch just for you. Our Tailored collection is true custom fitting for the Perfect Fit Guarantee.
Shipping & Returns
All Jackets are custom made in our Singapore Studio to give you the best personalised fit.
Currently our delivery times for our Jackets are 8-10 weeks.
As our Jackets are custom created, we cannot offer refunds or exchanges once your order is confirmed
Washing Care
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