Showcase Soutache-Trimmed Cotton-Velvet Suit Jacket
BODE's jackets and coats release enters Vinchy's AI lab for a closer look at fabrication, fit, and care notes.
Tagged at $1,980, quality lands at 70/100, comfort at 50/100, and sustainability at 60/100 for discerning shoppers.
- Brand · BODE
- Category · Jackets and Coats
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Quality Analysis 70/100
This suit jacket, crafted from plush cotton-velvet and featuring horn buttons, offers a touch of vintage elegance. While the "dry clean" care instruction suggests a need for careful handling, the use of natural horn for buttons is a positive indicator of quality.
Comfort Assessment 50/100
This suit jacket, crafted from plush cotton-velvet, offers a luxurious feel. However, its mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric and "small to size" fit suggest it might feel restrictive, especially for those with broad shoulders.
Sustainability Impact 60/100
This luxurious jacket, crafted from 100% cotton-velvet, avoids fossil-fuel synthetics. However, the use of buffalo horn buttons lacks explicit traceability or animal welfare details, which might concern some conscious consumers.
Measurement breakdown
Measurements across available sizes.
| Size | Bust | Shoulder | Waist | Sleeve | Back Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK/US 42 | 104 cm | 43 cm | 100 cm | 84 cm | 74 cm |
| UK/US 40 | |||||
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Garment details
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Editor's Notes: Vintage clothing serves as constant inspiration for BODE - this purple suit jacket is modelled after a style from the late 19th century. It's tailored from plush cotton-velvet - a reproduction of the original fabric - and trimmed with two-tone soutache. Wear yours with the matching trousers. Small to size. See Size & Fit notes.
Size & Fit: Fits small to size. Take one size larger than normal Those with broad shoulders may wish to take a further size up Tailored for a regular fit Mid-weight, non-stretchy fabric Model is shown wearing a US 42 Model measures: chest 38"/ 96cm, height 6'2"/ 188cm View size guide
Details & Care: Purple cotton-velvet, red and white soutache Notch lapels, non-functioning buttoned cuffs, chest patch pocket, two front patch pockets, double vent, internal pockets, fully lined Three button fastening 100% cotton; buttons: 100% horn (Buffalo) Dry clean
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