“Reimagining C.P. Company’s
Heritage with Junya Watanabe MAN”
The history embedded in the fishtail park and goggle jacket
C.P. Company
The recent collaboration between C.P. Company and Junya Watanabe MAN brings a fresh perspective to two of the brand’s most iconic designs, the Goggle Jacket and Fishtail Parka.
This partnership merges the functionality that C.P. Company is renowned for with Junya Watanabe’s avant-garde approach, creating pieces that honour tradition while adding bold, contemporary details. The collaborative Parka merges the iconic features of the Goggle Jacket and Fishtail Parka, incorporating the signature Explorer hood with built-in goggles and featuring a bomber-inspired orange lining. This design preserves the practical and distinctive elements that have defined C.P. Company’s legacy while showcasing a refined silhouette and innovative materials, all while maintaining the original military-inspired structure of the Fishtail Parka.
The original Goggle Jacket by C.P. Company from their 1988 sponsorship of the Mille Miglia
The Goggle Jacket: A Legacy of Functionality
The Goggle Jacket is one of C.P. Company’s most iconic designs, originally created by the founder, Massimo Osti in 1988 for the Mille Miglia car endurance race, an open-top sports car race across Italy.
Designed to protect drivers from the elements while preserving visibility, this jacket features goggles built into the hood and a watch-viewing lens on the sleeve. These functional elements gave the Goggle Jacket an instantly recognisable look and made it practical for fully zipping up to cover the head and face, with the goggles and mesh panels allowing clear visibility.
This functional design quickly gained popularity, particularly across Europe, where it became a staple in terrace fashion—a style combining casual-wear with sports-inspired elements, closely tied to football culture.
C.P. Company X Manchester City
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The Goggle Jacket’s appeal has remained strong within football fan communities, especially in the UK. C.P. Company’s recent collaboration with Manchester City pays homage to this connection, highlighting the Goggle Jacket’s iconic status among football fans as it blends team pride with functional design.
C.P.Company Fishtail Parka
the original M-51 Fishtail Parka
The Fishtail Parka: A Timeless Design with Military Inspiration
The Fishtail Parka is a signature item from C.P. Company, designed with military functionality in mind. Historically, the fishtail parka originated in the 1950s as an evolution of the field jacket and snorkel parka, created for the US and British military to withstand the harsh weather of the Korean War.
C.P. Company produces its own version of this iconic jacket, reflecting the brand’s commitment to innovative and functional design. The Fishtail Parka features a unique silhouette with an elongated back and adjustable elements, offering both versatility and protection from the elements. Integrating bold, avant-garde details, such as the Explorer hood and iconic goggle accents, C.P. Company continues to honour the rich heritage of this military-inspired garment while pushing the boundaries of contemporary fashion.
A Legacy Reinterpreted through Collaboration
The C.P. Company x Junya Watanabe MAN collaboration goes beyond design; it delves into C.P. Company’s storied history of functional fashion, revitalizing iconic pieces like the Goggle Jacket and Fishtail Parka. This partnership honors the heritage of these timeless items while reintroducing them to a new generation with bold reinterpretations and contemporary allure. Through collaborations with influential names like Junya Watanabe MAN and Manchester City, C.P. Company reasserts its role as a trailblazer in functional outerwear, seamlessly merging practicality with distinctive, statement-making style. The Goggle Jacket and Fishtail Parka, pillars of C.P. Company’s identity, spotlight the brand’s relentless pursuit to redefine fashion’s boundaries through meaningful and visionary partnerships.
