Japanese fashion imprint WACKO MARIA celebrates iconic jazz musician Chet Baker with the latest collection, honoring the American trumpeter and vocalist. In the new capsule, there are images of Baker in his youth along with album cover art that adorn the apparel.
The photographs are captured by photographer William Claxton and they can be seen along with some sweaters, the rayon Hawaiian tops, tote bags, mugs, and washed heavy cotton tees. The photos include the Chet Baker Sings album cover with his own iteration of Frank Sinatra's Time After Time song. There is also the For Lovers album art and visuals of the artist playing the trumpet and singing in the studio for a candid look.
Image Credit: WACKO MARIA
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