We prefer to warn you, the piece on which we are going to focus now is enough to make you pale in its majesty. My sensitive ones, refrain: here is the double-breasted jacket as you have probably never seen it.
When thinking about the capsule collection published for our 10th anniversary , we wanted to include two jackets at all costs: a work jacket , a nod to an iconic piece often revisited at Hast; and a dress jacket , a tribute to the formal elegance that we strive to democratize through our creations. You've probably guessed which category this beauty belongs to!
Directly inspired by Prince Philip 's jackets, it displays a silhouette with clean lines that evoke the structure and rigor of British elegance . This highly sought-after model is easily recognizable by its very particular lapel.
On this basis, we have imagined a royal double-breasted jacket in an ultra-limited edition of 100 copies . A historical interpretation imbued with Italian influences , it touches on the quintessence of distinction and preciousness. A model that is unique in every way, developed for you from an apparently premonitory dream.
Everything you need to know about its making?
This double-breasted jacket is unique in more ways than one. First of all, its peaked lapel is not common. Its height and width, combined with an almost horizontal English lapel running towards the shoulders, bring stature and breadth to the wearer's silhouette. With its rounded shape, the lapel recalls the curve of the shawl collar and directly evokes tuxedo jackets, with more incisive points that do not hesitate to venture far, very far on the bust. Too far? The answer is no. Indeed, this creation at the height of formality exudes a kind of biting harmony that exudes audacity, authenticity and nerve, an aplomb imperceptibly tinged with insolence. Because if the "peak lapel" of our jacket seems to flirt with arrogance, the rest of the piece tempers its impulses with its grace, modesty and correctness. Its 6-button crossover closure, first and foremost, moderates the sensuality of the collar with its austerity.
The same goes for the color of the jacket, a deep midnight blue , which brings back into the fold of sobriety that which seemed to want to escape from it. Chase away the natural, it comes back at a gallop: you will quickly realize that the material it is adorned with is far from smooth. Worked in 100% super 110's virgin wool , its fabric displays a singular grain that catches the light magnificently. To the touch, you will enjoy its texture comparable to a knit or a braid; while your eye will be able to rest on the crests of its pretty wavelets . A luxurious fabric full of character that will certainly not go unnoticed. Small detail that is not one: the shoulders are rather supple and smell of Italy . Unlike the padded shoulders typical of the English style , these will naturally hug your build to subtly relax this very formal jacket.
Our "Princely" may be inspired by British tailoring in its structure and rigor, but you have understood that it does not claim it entirely. Its original material, its slightly fitted cut, its supple style or its ruby lining are all elements that distance it from English sartorialism by injecting French, Italian and even Japanese inspirations. Inside, you will indeed find a very rare detail, borrowed from a vintage bespoke jacket made in Japan : a strap sewn into one panel allowing the other to be buttoned. An extremely elegant and efficient way of holding the right side of the jacket along the bust, and this in all circumstances.
Finally, this double-breasted jacket embodies the ultimate in elegance in our capsule collection. Its design , fabric and manufacturing are also luxurious , and of an unmatched purity in the world of ready-to-wear. A jewel that you can have adjusted as needed, in particular thanks to its open buttonhole at the wrist designed to facilitate alterations. As you can imagine, it is with great pride that we worked on it, and with a touch of emotion that we offer it to you.
Delicate and precious, a jacket reserved for special occasions
The jewel of formalism, this jacket is obviously to be reserved for special occasions . It is one of those delicate and precious pieces that have no place in everyday life and flourish more readily on the side of the extraordinary. Each fiber smelling of luxury and voluptuousness , it needs to unleash its full potential in contexts worthy of its appearance. Dinners, cocktails, operas, ceremonies and weddings are all events to which it will agree to accompany you, but do not insult it by changing it into an office jacket. Even if we offer exceptional clothing for everyday life , treat yourself instead to only take it out of its cover to “mark the occasion” : in exceptional circumstances, an exceptional jacket With pants of a similar blue, a contrasting beige or a textured gray, accompanied by a beautiful white or colored shirt, associated with a pair of carefully polished shoes, you have your uniform for all the big days of the rest of your life.
How to maintain the double-breasted jacket?
There’s no point compromising on maintenance with such a fine piece. There’s no getting around it here: any other washing than delicate dry cleaning is absolutely out of the question. Given that you won’t normally wear this jacket multiple times a week, one or two dry cleanings should be enough to keep it immaculate all year round. For storage, be sure to place it on a wide-shoulder hanger inside a protective cover.
