Caruso Brown & Burnt-Orange "Winter Zelander" Wool Prince of Wales Jacket

Discover the Caruso Brown and Burnt-Orange Winter Zelander Wool Prince of Wales Jacket, a piece whose label alone tells part of its story. The "Raffaele Caruso" designation inside identifies this as a vintage piece from before the house simplified its branding to Caruso alone, a transition that occurred around 2000 when the Soragna-based manufacturer repositioned itself from a private-label producer for European luxury houses into a fully independent tailoring brand. What predates that moment is, by definition, from a different chapter. The cloth is Loro Piana's Winter Zelander, a fabric built on New Zealand merino wool selected for the exceptional length, whiteness and cleanliness of its fibre, which Loro Piana processes through refined spinning and weaving techniques that produce a surface with natural lustre, pronounced elasticity and a warmth-to-weight ratio that heavier woollens rarely match. The Winter Zelander is the weightier expression of the range, suited to the cooler months and carrying the fabric's characteristic resilience and fluid drape at a weight that holds structure through a full day of wear. In brown and burnt-orange Prince of Wales, the pattern reads with an autumnal depth that the fibre quality amplifies: the check is present without being loud, the two colours finding a warmth together that a more conventional brown-and-white would not produce. The Lungo cut adds length to the jacket body, a thoughtful proportion for the taller frame. Notch lapels, a 2.5 button closure, flap pockets, dual vents, and horn buttons with functioning buttonholes complete a jacket that is, in every detail, exactly what it should be.

Caruso has been making tailored clothing in Soragna, in the Emilia-Romagna region, since 1958, and spent its early decades producing for some of the most demanding names in European luxury before stepping forward under its own identity. A vintage Raffaele Caruso piece in Loro Piana Winter Zelander is a direct expression of that period: exceptional cloth, serious making, and none of the marketing overhead that came later.

Composition: 100% Wool (Winter Zelander by Loro Piana)

Color: Brown (Undertone) & Burnt-Orange (Windowpane)

Pattern: Prince of Wales Check

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Fit: Lungo, Relaxed (Drop 6L)

Shoulder to Shoulder: 50 cm / 19,7 Inch

Chest: 57 cm / 22,4 Inch

Waist: 52,5 cm / 20,7 Inch

Center Back (excluding collar): 85,5 cm / 33,7 Inch

Sleeve Length (inseam): 48,5 cm / 19,1 Inch

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Founded in 1958 in Soragna, near Parma, **Caruso** is one of Italy’s most respected tailoring manufacturers, known for combining traditional craftsmanship with advanced garment engineering. Originally established as a specialist producer for some of the world’s leading luxury houses, the company built its reputation on precise construction, refined silhouettes and meticulous quality control. Over time, Caruso developed its own label, allowing the house to express its philosophy of modern Italian tailoring more directly. Production remains centered in its historic atelier in Emilia-Romagna, where skilled artisans oversee every stage of the process, from canvas construction to the final pressing. The result is tailoring that balances technical precision with a naturally elegant silhouette, offering garments defined by quiet sophistication, thoughtful construction and a distinctly contemporary Italian sensibility.

Shipping

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• Orders below these thresholds are charged based on destination

• All items ship directly from Amsterdam, The Netherlands

• Customs duties and import fees outside the EU are the customer’s responsibility

Returns

EU customers have the right to withdraw within 14 days of delivery.

• Return shipping is at the customer’s expense

• Items must be returned unworn and in original condition

• Any use beyond indoor fitting may result in a diminished refund

Orders outside the European Union are exported goods and considered final sale (no returns).

Altered or tailored items are final sale.

Please review measurements and quality control comments carefully before ordering. As a small independent boutique we encourage thoughtful purchasing. For any questions, feel free to contact us before placing your order.

To maintain the beauty of this sartorial item, we recommend professional laundering and pressing.

Subtle fading and discoloration are visible on the inside of the underarm area. Due to their location, they are not visible during normal wear, but are noted for full transparency.

General Note: While we inspect each item to ensure its quality, please note that minor imperfections may be present due to the preloved nature of the garments. We strive to represent every item accurately, but subtle signs of wear may sometimes go unnoticed. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to sustainable luxury.