Rainbow Serpent Jacket
Limited Edition: 1 of 10
Regular price
$3,800.00 AUD
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100% Hand Woven Raw Silk
Bemberg Lining
Hand Made and Custom Tailored in our Singapore Studio
Measure your favourite garments, don't measure your body.
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.
RAINBOW SERPENT – Handwoven Raw Silk Jacket
A Tribute to the Dreamtime, A Celebration of Colour
The Dreamtime or Dreaming is the spiritual and cultural backbone of Indigenous Australian history—stories passed down for generations, shaping our understanding of the land, its creatures, and the very fabric of existence. Among these stories, none is more renowned than the tale of the Rainbow Serpent—the creator, the life-giver, the force of nature that carved the rivers, valleys, and mountains across this ancient land.
Like the Rainbow Serpent itself, this handwoven raw silk jacket is a bold, powerful, and deeply symbolic piece. No two Joe Bananas weaves are ever alike, just as no two interpretations of the Dreamtime stories are the same. This tapestry of rich, flowing hues captures the serpentine movement of creation, celebrating Indigenous heritage and the interconnectedness of all things.
A MASTERPIECE OF MEANING & MOVEMENT
- Handwoven Raw Silk – Luxuriously soft and textured, with a natural iridescence.
- Serpentine Weave – Echoing the Rainbow Serpent’s winding path across the land.
- Dynamic Colour Palette – Swirling shades of deep ochre, sunlit bronze, earthy reds, verdant greens, and sky blues mirror the tones of the Australian landscape.
HOW TO WEAR IT
- Dress It Up – Black tie with a twist. Pair with black trousers, a crisp dinner shirt, and a bold bowtie in red, green, or bronze for an unforgettable formal look.
- Dress It Down – Let the jacket take centre stage. Style with tan chinos, a fitted black T-shirt or polo, and black boots for an effortlessly cool, contemporary take on Dreamtime-inspired style.
LIMITED HANDWOVEN EDITION
Each Rainbow Serpent jacket takes 200-300 days to weave, making every piece a unique and treasured creation—a rare tribute to the richness of Indigenous storytelling and handcrafted excellence.
HONOUR THE STORIES, WEAR THE LEGEND.
WEAVE INFO:
100% Handwoven Raw Silk
Lining: Bemberg
Buttons: Spanish Buffalo Horn
Weave Time: 245 Days
Yield: 31.3 yds
Rainbow Serpent
Fabric#: 1784

Rainbow Serpent Jacket
$3,800.00
- Custom Tailored
- 50 US
- 48 US
- 46 US
- 44 US
- 42L US
- 42 US
- 40 US
- 40S US
- 38 US
- 36 US
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
Dry Clean Only
Let customers speak for us
from 528 reviewsThis jacket feels like a feather on your body. I don’t know how else to describe it. Thanks to the QVB team (Claudia, Rory) for walking me through this first (of 3) purchases, custom fitted exactly as visioned.
This has been a versatile wear as its that mix of a comfortable fit and a tone that’s easy to match with the majority of my wardrobe. Thanks for the QVB team (Claudia, Rory) for the custom fit prep work and keeping the information flowing throughout the process towards pickup day.
Super efficient service, thank you. JFW
This my third paperbark jacket, the previous ones being blue and black. This galah version is made from heavier material than my previous two, hence ideal for cooler days. It compliments pretty much any shirt or pants. And it is distinctive. You won’t find others wearing this jacket when attending events, conferences or festivities. Mmm, now that I think of it, maybe don’t buy it so mine remains a rarity ;-)
OMG! Joe bananas black T-shirt never fails to impress. The fit and wearability is superb and a testament to Jo’s original design and understanding of older male body. I live in these T-shirts for both informal and formal occasions and would be lost without them.
Great fitting shirts and designs.
We love Joe Bananas. Products are fabulous with great cut and gorgeous fabrics. Customer Service is outstanding. We live in New Zealand but will return on our next visit to Sydney.. Thank You !
My wife and I arrived too town early to see a movie so we went window shopping. Joe Bananas presented material with textures and colours I've never seen before. It was explained the different natural features of the Australian landscape, fauna and flora inspired many of the material designs. Jackets, trousers, jumpers and more.
I am usually a plain dresser as my children remind me and initially seeing different colours and textures on me in the mirror at Joe Bananas didn't look quite right. I loved what was on the hangers however not sure if I could do the garments justice. I now love my green chinos and my summer trouser, yes I bought two.
The purchase inspired me to clean out my wardrobe. I tossed out anything I hadn't worn for 10 years, you can't rush things or go get silly.
I have made a few more little purchases including now a sports jacket, I'm loving my new cloths.
I think it is related to my purchases, I have joined the gym after years of not doing anything. I want to look good in my new Joe Bananas gear.
Look good, feel good. Stephen.
The moment I spotted this shirt in the window of Joe Bananas in Sydney's historic The Rocks district, I knew it was coming home with me.
The quality is superb, the design is unlike anything else, and since wearing it back here in Ireland I've had no end of compliments.
Then came the bonus. I discovered the design is called Raoul Duke, the famous alter ego of Hunter S. Thompson. As a long-time admirer of his writing, that little detail made an already great purchase even better.
Love it
I bought this jacket for my brother for his 50th. Thank you to the awesome staff at QVB (Claudia, Rory) who helped me plan his visit across emails & in-person advice. The “fashion show” day as I describe it was very rewarding as we walked with this purchase followed by a coffee celebration.
Loving my new jacket. I’m just a little disappointed that the promised T-shirts (1x black 1x white) were not included in the delivery.
Outstanding service, I was in desperate need of a black jacket and shirt, I spoke to Francis she couldn’t help me enough she said not to worry about it and that they will be straight on to it. As I live in Melbourne and I shop in the tSydney a bit so they had my measurements on file. She called around and found me one and called me and organised the thing shipping and said I would have in two day's low and be hold there it was days later I received it .Perfect fit both jacket and shirt and fantastic quality. And that’s why I shop at Joe Bananas. Thank you so much.
Everything about this t shirt is first class. The material, the sizing, the fit, the stitching and the colour. I am extremely happy and satisfied with my purchase.
I must have passed the Chapel Street store countless times before finally entering and when I did I was very glad I had. The garments on display where vibrant, colourful and a balanced mix of elegance and casual. It is apparent that a lot of creativity is involved in the design and manufacturing. It is not often I enter a men’s fashion shop and want everything in it but that is exactly what I felt at Joe Bananas. I could not be happier with the items that i purchased.
















