You already know the Naipaul jacket, once again made in Picardy. This one is made for hot days. Made from an elegant sandy double-faced linen fabric, it floats gently around the body, giving a feeling of freshness and freedom. But what makes it unique is its bronze, bark and tobacco check interior. This pattern, a subtle homage to British chic, is obtained by weaving. The fabric was developed for us in Italy, and adds a delicate touch to this piece that celebrates French art de vivre and 100% European manufacturing. Fab!
Have you ever tried the Naipaul jacket on? When Patric Hollington designed it twenty years ago, his intention was to give a perfect fit to an unstructured, lightly built garment.
It is the only unlined jacket in hollington’s wardrobe. The inside has no interfacing in order to allow the greatest suppleness and comfort. When the jacket is cut in a thin cloth, it looks like an overshirt; when it is cut in a thicker fabric, it is closer to a casual chic jacket.
Its cut is wide, with large armholes. One can wear it over a shirt for a smart look or over a simple tee-shirt in more relaxed times. It will never feel too tight as it includes a back pleat that allows a great freedom of movement in any situation.
Its collar, now called ‘mao collar’ to make it standard, is actually an ‘officer’ collar. Is it high and lined with a narrow piece of canvas all around the neck.
Six patch pockets are maintained by topstitched seams : three outside and three inside, including two zipped pockets.
Hollington favours double, symmetrical seams to underline the architectural structure of the garment.