It was a relief, therefore, to see the leather when it came in. As you can hopefully see from the images, it is a lovely mid-brown nappa with natural texture and tone. It marks easily, which also bodes well for how the jacket will age over time.
It was a relief, therefore, to see the leather when it came in. As you can hopefully see from the images, it is a lovely mid-brown nappa with natural texture and tone. It marks easily, which also bodes well for how the jacket will age over time.
Hi Simon,
It would be interesting to hear your thoughts regarding whether a bespoke leather jacket provides that extra bit of oomph when it comes to fit and style as opposed to off the rack.
Where as a bespoke suit has obvious benefits – and is quite a complex item of clothing – is it the same for a leather jacket? I suspect you may not be able to answer with certainty until the final product is on your person.
You’re right Mark, but I get the sense that it will make a definite difference – as most leather jackets don’t really fit at all through the waist, just hold on the hips or (on some fashion models, eg Rick Owens) are just tight everywhere and lose any precision in fit.
The difference will never be as much as with a bespoke suit though. That is greater than anything else bespoke – shoe, shirt, anything.
Has part 3 of this vanished from your website? I can’t seem to find it.
No, it still exists. Second line of search results, and here
Hi Simon,
I’m considering commissioning a leather jacket in a similar style but can’t decide between a tan or a dark/cognac brown. My instinct is to go for the dark brown because it’s more versatile, but I keep thinking the tan could be equally versatile and a little more interesting. Would you have a view on either?
Many thanks,
Ravi
If in doubt I’d go for the dark brown Ravi, definitely