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Carleton Slim-Fit Quilted Shell Down Gilet

RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL's jackets and coats release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.

Tagged at $2,295, quality lands at 80/100, comfort at 90/100, and sustainability at 40/100 for discerning shoppers.

Price · $2,295
Quick take: Carleton Slim-Fit Quilted Shell Down Gilet from RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL delivers 80/100 craftsmanship, 90/100 comfort, and 40/100 sustainability for jackets and coats seekers.
  • Brand · RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL
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AI scorecard

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Verdict: Carleton Slim-Fit Quilted Shell Down Gilet by RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL balances 80/100 build, 90/100 wearability, and 40/100 responsibility—solid for jackets and coats seekers wanting a rounded profile.
80 Quality

Craftsmanship, stitching, and long-term durability.

90 Comfort

Movement, breathability, and day-long wear.

40 Sustainability

Environmental impact and responsible sourcing.

Brand RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL
Price $2,295

Attribute deep dive

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Quality Analysis 80/100

This gilet is crafted from "durable shell" and features a quilted design, suggesting a robust construction that can withstand regular wear. The use of snaps and a zip fastening further indicates a practical and secure closure system.

Comfort Assessment 90/100

This Carleton gilet offers a luxurious feel with its soft cotton and cashmere-blend corduroy trims, ensuring a pleasant touch against the skin. While the main fabric is non-stretchy, the insulating down fill and soft lining of cotton, cashmere, and silk promise a cozy experience.

Sustainability Impact 40/100

This Carleton gilet uses conventional polyester and polyamide, along with duck down and cashmere, none of which are specified as recycled, organic, or certified for animal welfare or traceability, leading to a lower sustainability score.

Measurement breakdown

Measurements across available sizes.

SizeBustShoulderWaistBack Length
XXL124 cm53 cm124 cm69 cm
XL
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L
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M
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S
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Garment details

Need-to-know info pulled from the retailer’s description, sizing notes, and care callouts.

Editor's Notes: Ralph Lauren Purple Label's refined 'Carleton' gilet borrows practical design details from traditional barn coats. Quilted and filled with insulating down for warmth, it's been made in Italy from durable shell and has soft cotton and cashmere-blend corduroy trims.

Size & Fit: Fits true to size. Take your normal size Designed for a slim fit Quilted, non-stretchy fabric Model is shown wearing a M Model measures: chest 38"/ 96cm, height 6'2"/ 182cm View size guide

Details & Care: Navy shell and cotton and cashmere-blend corduroy Snaps and zip fastening 100% polyester; trim: 85% cotton, 15% cashmere; padding: 90% down (Duck), 10% polyester; lining1: 70% cotton, 15% cashmere, 15% silk; lining2: 100% polyamide Dry clean Designer colour: Classic Chairman Navy

Delivery and Returns: Find out more about our delivery options . Try items in the comfort of your own home. If they're not quite right, you've got 28 days to request an exchange or return and send them back to us. We'll collect them from your nearest UPS drop off point. Free returns are offered within 14 days of delivery.

Need-to-know
  • Brand: RALPH LAUREN PURPLE LABEL
  • Category: Jackets and Coats
  • Price: $2,295
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