The shawl lapel started life as part of Victorian-era smoking jackets, not as black tie. But it soon found its place in the tuxedo. There’s something almost outrageous about how the lapel has no break, making it both dandy and formal. The
Filip jacket from
Oscar Jacobson is that precise combination: with its single-button, single-breasted silhouette, it’s hard to beat as a formalwear go-to.
- Oscar Jacobson wool blazer
- 100% wool
- Exposed button fastenings at front
- Shawl lapels, contrasting lapels, single-breasted, long sleeves, four faux buttons at cuffs, welt pocket at chest, darts at front, two jet pockets at front, double-vent at back, fully lined, tw0 internal pockets
- Hand wash
- Made in Italy
- Size UK 40 / IT 50: length 30in / 76cm, chest 38in / 96cm
- Model is 6ft 2in/1.88m and wears a size UK 40 / IT 50
- Midweight, non-stretch