……………THE SUIT……First a story………In Sept of 2017 I was in my studio. I had just received my new set of samples, and they were hung around the room. One of those samples was the BLAZER COAT, A298054……. Jac walked in to see the new clothes and walked right over to the blazer coat….took the black one….tried it on and said, “this is mine!”. It was so Jac. She immediately said you must make a BLAZER in this fabric…..I said don’t you think the fabric is a little heavy for a blazer? She looked at me like I had THREE HEADS. NO! she emphatically said. I have done many fittings for Armani, the king of jackets, and Valentino, and many of the jackets were this weight…….She began to rattle off a stream of designer names that she had worked for that all had jacket this weight. YSL, and Thierry Mugler being just a few of them. I always admired the Mugler sculptured jackets…….”Okay”, I said you shall have a blazer in this fabric, which is the exact same fabric as the Blazer coat and the TRENCH COAT…..Jac never got to see it, but I know she would have taken all three samples and would have said to me, “these are mine!”………If it weren’t for Jac this blazer would have never happened…………………………….She was and always will be my inspiration.
…………..The Blazer, A343162……….As I have already said is made in the Trench coat and Blazer coat fabric. It truly is the perfect marriage of design and fabric. The fabric SEWS and TAILORS like a dream……..I want you to know I paid attention to every detail of this jacket. Tailoring is very important to me, and I wanted to make sure THIS JACKET was tailored exactly as I wanted….no steps or details were skipped or left out….This is a Three button jacket, and you can button it as you choose. Button all three for a more severe fitted look…..button the top two which is how most will wear it….or just the top button for a more relaxed look….You can ALWAYS tell the BALANCE of a jacket when it is worn open….Please note how straight the front hangs when the jacket is open……Please notice the SHOULDER LINE…..I used a very specific should pad, and made sure the SLEEVE CAP filler was used [often left off] so a smooth shoulder was created…..Please pay attention to the COLLAR and LAPEL. It is made with precision. The BAND POCKETS do work and are perfectly placed. There are no buttons on the sleeve to make it easy if the sleeve needs to be shortened……..NOW…….this blazer does not come in petites, not my choice. Therefore I ask the very petite women to use your better judgement if this jacket will work for you are not. I am sure in your heart of hearts you know if this jacket will work for you or not. I don’t want you to get it home and be disappointed. That said, it can be shorten, both sleeve and length of jacket if you want to invest in the alterations. I think it is worth it…..These quality jackets don’t come often and are hardly ever reordered………..The SHAPE……..This blazer has princess seams and body darts in the front. It has princess seams in the back plus a center back seam. There are lots of seams to custom shape this blazer if you so do desire. I tried to show the shape in the photos, but it really is impossible to achieve……There are so many ways to wear this black blazer! I have it shown over the magenta and slate blue SHADOW FLORAL BLOUSES, with both the matching pant and JEANS……Wear it over your dresses, and skirts both long, short, or flared …..even over your printed skirts!……..This is the uniform of many French Women…..the BLAZER…the dress pant or jeans……..TIMELESS, and always in style.
………….The PANT, A343163. First….now this is important. I’ve said it before but I’ll say it again……..THIS BLACK PANT HAS DOUBLE DUTY…..It is the pant that creates the “Suit” since it is in the same fabric and color as the black blazer……BUT…..It is also the pant that will go with….THE TUXEDO JACKET coming in OCT!…same fabric!…..It is a tailored trouser. Flat front with a zipper and button waist band. There are trouser pockets that add no bulk…..and a back elastic for stretch and comfort. It basically is a straight-ish leg…….It will also be avail in PETITES!
…………Ladies if you own only one suit…..this IS IT……..It truly is a beautifully made garment, and looks and feels like many that I made at Anne Klein for four times the amount of money. It will last forever!…………………………….enjoy……………………….much Love…………………..Louis
This suit is perfect for my work! I would love it in about ten colors! Thank you so much!!!
Hi Louis, I know it’s been a while since you did this (2013, I think), but would you say the fit on the new black suit is similar to A232344 Three Button Jacket with Seaming Detail? I think you called the fabric a crepe.
(https://www.qvc.com/Linea-by-Louis-DellOlio-Three-Button-Jacket-with-Seaming-Detail.product.A232344.html?productNumber=a232344&sc=ISRC).
That is such a great fitting jacket, but it came in letter sizing. I always seem to do better with letter rather than numeric sizing. I am anticipating what size to order in the new suit. Thank you.
It’s hard to say. The fabrics are so dark different even if they were the same pattern they still would fit and feel differently
OK – thanks, Louis. When it gets posted, I’ll check the Click Here measurements, compare, and do my best.
Just perfect, Louis — thanks so much for doing this beautiful suit!
Dear Louis,
OMG – how beautiful your jackets are! I “almost” wish I were still working so that I could be the best dressed in the office! Even though I am very happily retired, I think I’ll have to put the jacket in both colors in my closet – I’ll be traveling in style!!
Best,
Pam
Hello Louis
I absolutely love the blazer. However, being one of your petite ladies, I am looking carefully. What is the length of the jacket? I have broad shoulders so can sometimes pull off a longer blazer.
Thank you for all you do.
Your Travelling Lady
the length will depend on the size you are….it can be shortened no problems since there are no vents or buttons to deal with
As soon as I saw this suit modeled, I knew it was for me. Perfection! I purchased so many Anne Klein suits back in the day with your name on the label, Louis. I love and appreciate that you’re bringing it back in an updated, but thoroughly classic style. I’ll be ordering all three colors. Must-have, if ever I saw one!
Oh Louis, you had me at ‘Black blazer’. I will also purchase the matching trousers, the Tuxedo jacket and the sequined pants. You have made all my fashion dreams come true.
Hi Louis,
Is the blazer in numerical or letter sizing? Thanks again for a gorgeous blazer/pants.
Chris
Numerical
One more question — will the pants also be in numerical sizing?
Louis – I love the new suits! Black is a no brainer for me along with the Port blazer. I have the blazer coats in both colors along with the WK pants. I’ll be looking forward to the Big Deal (decisions as to colors), the sequin pants and the tuxedo jacket. And, I already purchased the Magenta leather jacket. I’m on the way to the poor house, but at least I’ll be well-dressed and going in style!
Louis, This Suit is so my style – such a classic – love that it’s a 3 button Jacket with no vent on the back. Only Linea offers amazing style and exceptional quality at a reasonable price point.
A request – would it please be at all possible to show your sketch of the Tuxedo Jacket? You mention it’s coming next month so it’s not so far away.
Seka.
I love the look of the blazer over the blue floral shirt and jeans. It is so me! Such a fabulous blazer and I so appreciate your attention to detail. As beautiful as the taupe is, it’s not my best color. So it’s between black and your fabulous port…
I’m sorry Jac never got to see it. She would be so proud. I am glad she remains your inspiration. Thank you for all you do for your Linea ladies.
Perfection! Must haves!