Mandelli Blue Wool & Cotton "Cotton-Way" Knitted Jacket

Discover the Mandelli Blue Wool and Cotton Cotton-Way Knitted Jacket, a garment that quietly dismantles the boundary between tailoring and knitwear and finds something more interesting than either on the other side. The Cotton-Way cloth, developed by Loro Piana, is the foundation of everything this jacket does: a bicolor twill construction in wool and cotton that is woven with a knitted character, giving the surface a subtle texture and a softness of handle that conventional suiting cloth cannot approach. The blue reads with the gentle, slightly heathered depth that bicolor twill produces, the two tones working within the weave to create a cloth that shifts fractionally with the light and rewards a closer look. On the body the jacket behaves like a superior sweater, moving without resistance and settling against the body with an ease that no structured jacket can replicate, while the patch pockets, 2.5-button closure and overall silhouette ensure it reads unmistakably as a jacket rather than knitwear. Unlined throughout, the cloth is entirely unmediated against the body, and the burnt orange piping along the interior seams is a private detail of considerable character, a flash of warmth visible only when the jacket is open or removed, the kind of finishing flourish that exists purely for the pleasure of the person wearing it.

Mandelli has always understood that the most interesting territory in Italian menswear sits at the intersection of categories rather than comfortably within any single one, and the Cotton-Way knitted jacket is a direct expression of that instinct. The choice to work with Loro Piana's Cotton-Way quality speaks to a house that takes its cloth as seriously as its construction, sourcing from one of the most respected names in Italian fabric production to build a jacket that performs at a level its relaxed, sweater-like character might not immediately suggest. The burnt orange interior piping is the detail that reveals the philosophy most clearly: a jacket this considered in its making deserves finishing that rewards the wearer who looks closely, regardless of whether anyone else ever will.

Composition: 52% Wool / 48% Cotton ("Cotton Way" by Loro Piana)

Color: Blue

Pattern: Plain

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Fit: Relaxed

Shoulder to Shoulder: 46 cm / 18,1 Inch

Chest: 53 cm / 20,9 Inch

Waist: 49 cm / 19,3 Inch

Center Back (excluding collar): 75 cm / 29,5 Inch

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

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Mandelli's heritage dates back to the early 20th century when Enrico Mandelli founded the brand as a leather trading business near the Adda River in Lombardy. By 1925, the company expanded under his son Paolo’s vision, entering the world of fine Italian outerwear. Mandelli quickly gained a reputation for crafting high-quality garments from luxurious materials like cashmere and vicuña, becoming a pioneer in Italian menswear. Known for collaborations with luxury designers like Dolce & Gabbana, Mandelli’s expertise grew, solidifying its position as a symbol of Italian craftsmanship and elegance across generations.

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.