In summary,
This Italian flannel suit by Vitale Barberis Canonico, featuring a soft, Milanese-style shoulder and trousers that do not require a belt, can be worn as a complete suit for formal occasions or as a mismatched set for the rest of the week and at weekends.
The costume as a whole
The fabric
The 100% virgin wool flannel from Vitale Barberis Canonico, weighing 340g/m, is dense enough to keep you warm and retain its shape all day long. The slightly brushed texture characteristic of flannel will capture the soft light of autumn and winter.
The jacket
The straight-cut, two-button jacket with a 10 cm straight lapel maintains a classic silhouette without being stuffy. The Milanese-style shoulder, featuring a slight English roll at the sleeve head, provides a cut that follows the body’s movements, ensuring an excellent fit throughout the day.
The trousers
The trousers, without pleats, maintain a clean line and avoid the bulk associated with pleated trousers. The 3 cm belt fastens with an elongated tab, whilst asymmetrical, arrowhead-shaped drawstrings replace the leather belt and allow you to adjust the waist size throughout the day without disrupting the silhouette. The 5 cm turn-ups anchor the silhouette and soften the formality of the suit, perfect with a double-buckle moccasin.
A few details,
The Milanese shoulder
The Milanese shoulder on this jacket is constructed with minimal padding and a slight English roll at the sleeve head, which adds definition to the shoulders. It is a more intricate construction than an unlined Neapolitan shoulder, but just as comfortable to wear.
The art of mixing and matching
The jacket looks great with dark raw denim jeans or plain flannel trousers at the weekend, whilst the trousers pair well with a fine roll-neck jumper or an unbuttoned shirt worn without a tie. Warm grey has this advantage over checks or stripes: it’s easy to mix and match and pairs naturally with browns, resulting in an endless array of outfits, from business to casual.
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Character
Character
Warm grey is by no means a default choice: it is the colour that stands the test of time, never going out of fashion, and which develops character as it wears rather than losing its lustre. A suit chosen as much for its durability as for its style.
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Comfort
Comfort
The Milanese shoulder, constructed without thick padding, allows the arm to move freely throughout the day. Combined with a 340 g/m flannel that moulds to the body without ever clinging, this is a suit that is a pleasure to wear.
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Versatility
Versatility
Whether worn as a full suit for a meeting or as a mismatched set for a dinner, it changes its style without ever losing its elegance.
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Credits
Photographer: @dall’k