Gathered balloon sleeves tulle bomber jacket product image (primary)
Front view of a black bomber-style jacket on a model. Opaque central body with sheer gathered balloon tulle sleeves, central silver zipper, ribbed collar and hem, and a hanging off-white drawstring.

Rick Owens

Gathered Balloon Sleeves Tulle Bomber Jacket

CA$699.95CAD
Out of Stock

This Rick Owens bomber jacket is made from structured unlined tulle with a bomber jacket collar and stretch ribbed tulle trim. It features a metallic zip closure, buttoned flap pockets, and a loose fit with drop shoulders. The jacket is made in Italy and includes sheer, gathered balloon sleeves that create a voluminous silhouette.

Color
Black
Material
tulle
Gender
unisex
Style
gothic, minimal, edgy
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Size

38404244

Specifications

Dark ethereal tulle bomber jacket with exaggerated balloon sleeves and gothic-inspired design.

Exaggerated balloon sleeves with ruched seams, structured unlined tulle, bomber jacket collar, stretch ribbed tulle trim, metallic zip closure, buttoned flap pockets, loose fit with drop shoulders.

Color
Black · black
Material
tulle
Style
gothic, minimal, edgy
Gender
unisex
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets

Additional Attributes

  • structured unlined tulle
  • exaggerated balloon sleeves
  • ruched seam detailing
  • bomber jacket collar
  • stretch ribbed tulle trim
  • metallic zip front closure
  • buttoned flap pockets
  • loose fit with drop shoulders
  • dark ethereal design
  • gothic-inspired monochromatic aesthetic

Product Insights

Rick Owens' Gathered Balloon Sleeves Tulle Bomber Jacket subverts the bomber archetype by using delicate tulle to create dramatic, ruched balloon sleeves and an ethereal, unlined sheer construction that demands layered underpinnings for modesty, trading utilitarian toughness for architectural fragility; its bomber collar, metallic zip, ribbed trims, and metal button pockets ground the concept in wearable outerwear, offering oversized or tailored fits and versatility with hoodies or slip dresses, but the snag-prone tulle and dry-clean-only care make it best for occasional wear.

Verified claims

Designer intent
Rick Owens selected tulle for this bomber as a subversive gesture.
Construction
Ruched seams and drop shoulders shape tulle into dramatic sleeves, while bomber details ground the design.
Sheer unlined
The unlined sheer tulle offers ethereal effect and requires layering for modesty.
Model comparison
More architectural and dramatic than Secchia Flight model's tapered puff sleeves.
Wear considerations
Sleeves are delicate, prone to snagging, and sheer tulle requires layering.
Pocket fastenings
Metal button closures on flap pockets, unlike Secchia Flight's press studs
Lining
Unlined tulle construction, unlike Secchia Flight's fully lined interior
Fit
Loose fit with drop shoulders, more oversized than Secchia Flight's relaxed fit
Collar and zip
Bomber collar and metallic zip, contrasting with Secchia Flight's stand collar
Sleeve volume
Gathered balloon sleeves, more exaggerated than Secchia Flight's puff sleeves
Sheerness
Unlined semi-sheer tulle requires a base layer; it's a lightweight deliberate design.
Fragility
Tulle snags easily on ruched balloon sleeves; best for occasional wear.
Care
Requires dry cleaning to preserve ruched seams and structure.
Styling
Pair with a slip dress or tailored pants for monochrome drama.
Layering requirement
Lay a top beneath; sheer tulle exposes contrasting layers.
Sizing
Size down for a more tailored silhouette; oversized for monumental.
Utilitarian frame
Bomber collar, ribbed trims, and metal hardware turn conceptual tulle into wearable outerwear.
Versatility
Baseball collar and zip enable pairing with hoodies, tees, and slip dresses.

Product record

Title
Gathered Balloon Sleeves Tulle Bomber Jacket
Brand
Rick Owens
Price
2545 CAD
Availability
Out of stock

Image Analysis

3 images
Gathered balloon sleeves tulle bomber jacket product image (primary)
01

Product

Front view of a black bomber-style jacket on a model. Opaque central body with sheer gathered balloon tulle sleeves, central silver zipper, ribbed collar and hem, and a hanging off-white drawstring.

  • Overall viewFront-facing torso view of a jacket worn by a model; jacket has a defined central body panel and voluminous sheer sleeves that are gathered at the cuffs.
  • Central body materialOpaque black fabric forming the front body panels and pocket flaps with a matte finish and faint surface creasing.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.16 · w 0.52 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Sheer balloon sleevesOversized translucent black tulle sleeves with visible crinkled texture and internal overlapping folds; sleeves are voluminous and gathered at the elasticated cuffs.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.16 · w 0.30 · h 0.58 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.16 · w 0.30 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Ribbed collar and hemBlack ribbed knit collar and matching ribbed hem band at the jacket waist with a textured knit appearance.
    2 regionsx 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.06 (high); x 0.28 · y 0.56 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Central zipperVisible metal full-length front zipper with silver teeth and a visible zipper pull at mid-waist.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.16 · w 0.04 · h 0.44 (high)
  • Front flap pocketsAngled flap pockets on each front panel near the waist; flaps are made from the same opaque black fabric as the body.
    2 regionsx 0.29 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high); x 0.55 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high)
  • DrawstringTwo narrow off-white drawstring cords hang from the center hem, extending below the jacket with knotted ends.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.64 · w 0.06 · h 0.30 (high)

Other

Studio product shot showing the model cropped at mid-thigh against a neutral light gray background with even soft lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Model and cropPhotographed on a model, image cropped at mid-thigh; hands and part of the upper legs visible.
    1 regionx 0.05 · y 0.64 · w 0.90 · h 0.34 (high)
  • BackgroundUniform light gray studio background with no visible props or packaging.
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse lighting producing even illumination and minimal harsh shadows; slight shadowing under the hem and between sleeve folds.

Colors

matte black· body panels and pocket flaps#0C0D0Esheer black· sheer tulle sleeves#1B1A1Dblack ribbed knit· ribbed collar and hem#0D0D0Esilver metallic· central zipperoff-white· drawstring cords
Gathered balloon sleeves tulle bomber jacket product image 2
02

Product

Right-front view of a black sheer tulle bomber jacket on a model, showing a gathered balloon sleeve, ribbed collar and hem, front zipper, welt pocket with snap, and semi-sheer body overlay.

  • Sheer gathered balloon sleeveLeft sleeve (viewer left) is made from black sheer tulle gathered into soft voluminous folds forming a balloon silhouette with visible internal layering and subtle wrinkled texture.
    1 regionx 0.02 · y 0.20 · w 0.64 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Ribbed collarShort ribbed knit collar in black with a vertical knit texture hugging the neck.
    1 regionx 0.48 · y 0.04 · w 0.20 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Ribbed hemWide ribbed knit hem at the jacket bottom in black with a dense knit texture.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.70 · w 0.50 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Front metal zipperExposed center-front metal zipper in a silver finish running vertically with visible teeth and a rectangular zipper pull near the collar.
    1 regionx 0.63 · y 0.07 · w 0.18 · h 0.87 (high)
  • Welt pocket with snapHorizontal welt pocket on the jacket front with a black tulle overlay and a single round silver snap button visible on the pocket flap.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.57 · w 0.21 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Semi-sheer body overlayBody of the jacket is covered by a semi-sheer black tulle layer over an inner lining, producing faint visible contours beneath the tulle.
  • Model croppingImage shows the right half of the model from upper torso to hips; model face is partially visible from the nose down to chin on the right edge.
    1 regionx 0.60 · y 0.00 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (high)

Other

Studio product photograph with neutral light gray background and even soft lighting producing minimal shadows; image is a cropped close-up of the garment on a model.

  • Background and lightingLight neutral gray seamless background with soft diffuse lighting and minimal shadowing around the garment edges.
  • Shot compositionClose-up three-quarter crop framed to emphasize left sleeve and front torso; right side of the model is near the image right edge.
  • Image qualityHigh resolution with clear detail in fabric texture and metal hardware.

Colors

sheer black· tulle sleeve and body overlay#0D0D0Ematte black knit· ribbed collar and hem#0D0D0Epolished silver· metal hardware (zipper and snap)
Gathered balloon sleeves tulle bomber jacket product image 3
03

Product

Rear three-quarter view of a sheer black tulle bomber jacket on a model showing voluminous gathered balloon sleeves, ribbed collar and hem, and a visible center-back seam.

  • Overall silhouetteShort bomber-style jacket viewed from the back with a cropped hem sitting at the model's waist and oversized, voluminous sleeves.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.06 · w 0.76 · h 0.76 (high)
  • Fabric - main bodySingle layer of sheer black tulle forming the jacket body, semi-transparent so underlying skin and garments are faintly visible through it.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.08 · w 0.52 · h 0.54 (high)
  • Center back seamA vertical stitched seam runs down the middle of the back from the collar to the hem, visible through the tulle.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.06 · w 0.06 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Balloon sleeve constructionSleeves are heavily gathered and ruched into a large balloon shape made from multiple overlapping folds of sheer tulle, producing textured, sculptural volume along both arms.
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.64 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.18 · w 0.34 · h 0.66 (high)
  • Ribbed collarShort, close-fitting ribbed knit collar in a dark color contrasting slightly in texture with the sheer tulle.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.00 · w 0.36 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Elasticated ribbed hemRibbed knit hem at the waist forming a gathered base for the jacket and slightly compressing the tulle above it.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.56 · w 0.52 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Sleeve cuff detailSleeve ends appear gathered toward the wrist with the tulle folding into the cuff area; cuff itself is not fully visible but the gathering is evident.Partial
    2 regionsx 0.02 · y 0.70 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (medium); x 0.78 · y 0.68 · w 0.20 · h 0.26 (medium)
  • Sheerness and layeringMultiple visible overlapping layers and folds of fine netting create a textured translucency, with darker overlap areas where layers stack.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.14 · w 0.88 · h 0.64 (high)

Other

Studio shot of a model cropped at mid-thigh against a plain light gray background with soft even lighting and minimal shadows.

  • Background and compositionNeutral light gray seamless background filling the frame, subject centered and cropped at the model's mid-thigh so lower legs are not visible.
  • Model pose and cropModel shown from the rear with head turned slightly left, left hand visible at the side and right hand partially visible; upper back and shoulders are the focal area.
    1 regionx 0.06 · y 0.00 · w 0.88 · h 0.96 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsSoft, diffuse studio lighting with even illumination across the garment and faint soft shadows under the hem and folds of the tulle.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear detail in fabric texture and seams, no visible text or labels on the background.

Colors

sheer black· sheer tulle body and sleeves#0D0D0Edark charcoal· ribbed collar and hem#15151A

Provenance

Merchant Link
https://www.simons.ca/en/women-designer/coats/gathered-balloon-sleeves-tulle-bomber-jacket--8946-18426201?colourId=0
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