Luigi Borrelli Grey & Light Green Pure Cashmere Prince of Wales Jacket

Discover the Luigi Borrelli Grey and Light Green Pure Cashmere Prince of Wales Jacket. This is a piece from what those who follow Neapolitan tailoring closely refer to as the golden era of Luigi Borrelli production, a period when the house applied a density of hand work to its garments that the pressures of volume and cost have since made increasingly rare. The measure of that standard is found not in the details visible when the jacket is worn but in those that are not: the darts inside the jacket carry hand-set bartacks at each end, the fine thread drawn and finished by hand at a point that no customer will ever see and that serves no purpose other than confirming that the construction was completed to the same standard throughout, visible or not. It is the detail that separates a garment made entirely with conviction from one that applies hand finishing selectively where it will be noticed.

The cloth is pure cashmere of a weight and plushness that the fibre's association with lightweight suiting does not immediately suggest, the heavy cashmere carrying a body and a drape that gives the Prince of Wales its full structural expression, the cloth substantial enough to hold the jacket's shoulder line and chest without internal support while retaining the softness against the hand that only cashmere produces. The ground is grey with a glen plaid woven into the base construction, and across this a light mint green windowpane overcheck runs as a fine line, the cool, fresh tone of the green sitting against the grey ground with a quietness that prevents it from reading as a contrast and allows it instead to function as a tonal variation within the cloth's overall grey character, the overcheck present and traceable without asserting itself beyond its means.

Peak lapels give the jacket a formal presence suited to the cashmere's weight and the Prince of Wales's authority, the 2.5-button closure allowing the lapel to roll naturally to its break. Jetted pockets sit flush against the front, the openings clean and uninterrupted. The functioning buttonholes at the cuff are worked by hand throughout, the stitching close and precise in the manner of the house at its most attentive. The jacket is fully lined.

Luigi Borrelli in its golden era made jackets that justified the attention given to every detail inside them. In heavy cashmere Prince of Wales with a mint green overcheck and bartacks on the darts, this one justifies it completely.

Composition: 100% Cashmere

Color: Grey & Light (Mint) Green

Pattern: Prince of Wales Check

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Fit: Tailored (Drop 8R)

Fit note: the garment runs generously and is ideally suited to someone between a size 50 and 52 IT. Please refer to the measurements for the most accurate fit assessment.

Shoulder to Shoulder: 47,5 cm / 18,7 Inch

Chest: 56 cm / 22,0 Inch

Waist: 51,5 cm / 20,3 Inch

Center Back (excluding collar): 79 cm / 31,1 Inch

Sleeve Length (inseam): 44 cm / 17,3 Inch

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The legacy of Luigi Borrelli began in 1957 in Naples, Italy, when Luigi Borrelli followed in the footsteps of his mother, a skilled seamstress, to establish a brand synonymous with the pinnacle of Neapolitan tailoring. Borrelli's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship and the use of premium materials quickly earned the brand a distinguished reputation among discerning clients worldwide. Over the decades, Luigi Borrelli has maintained its dedication to artisanal quality and timeless style, evolving while staying true to its roots in Neapolitan sartorial tradition, cementing its status as a bastion of luxury menswear.

Shipping

• Complimentary shipping on orders over €200 (Netherlands), €500 (EU), and €1,000 (rest of world

• 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.

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.