The Document brand was founded in 2014 by Korean designer Jeongsoo Lee. It stands out for two distinctive reasons: first, the designer drew inspiration from French philosopher Gilles Deleuze’s work Difference and Repetition; second, Lee believes that our clothing functions like a document—it reflects our lives and preserves memories.
All garments are manufactured in South Korea, while fabrics are sourced from Italy and Japan. Essentially, the same core designs carry over from one collection to the next, with the designer making only subtle modifications—sometimes a slight shift in fabric shade, other times a change in texture or garment details, and occasionally minor adjustments to the cut. This approach offers a brilliant way to hold onto your favorite pieces indefinitely while still treating yourself to something fresh and new.
Overall, Document’s pieces are crafted in neutral tones. The store features a diverse selection of trench coats, bombers, oversized shell jackets, denim shirts, overcoats, and solid-color sweaters.
Document is not an inexpensive brand—you’re unlikely to find anything priced below $100. However, for a stylish, high-quality overcoat from Document, spending up to $500 might feel entirely worthwhile.
