THE BRAND De Petrillo is a family-run Neapolitan house with deep roots in the Campanian tailoring tradition. Built on a commitment to exceptional fabrication and considered construction, the brand combines a modern sensibility with the classic values of Italian craftsmanship, soft shoulders, natural silhouettes and fabrics chosen with the same care as the cut. DETAILS The De Petrillo Benny in grey houndstooth is a cloth and a pattern that have dressed well-considered men for the better part of a century, and in Neapolitan hands it is given exactly the construction it deserves. The houndstooth weave carries a quietly confident character that is neither too formal nor too casual, a pattern that has moved comfortably between the city and the country, the office and the weekend, without ever looking out of place. In grey, the palette is clean and cool, allowing the blazer to sit alongside almost any other colour in the wardrobe without competing. The 80% wool and 20% polyamide blend gives the cloth a natural hand-feel with the durability and shape retention that the polyamide brings to a pure wool construction. The Benny is cut with a more generous silhouette than earlier De Petrillo models, true to size with a Drop 7 that follows the natural proportions of the chest and waist without pulling. The unstructured shoulder keeps the jacket feeling light and relaxed on the body, while the half-lining adds comfort and breathability in equal measure. The 3 roll 2 button stance gives the front its classic Neapolitan character, and the notch lapels, double vents, classic chest pocket and two front jetted pockets complete a blazer that is entirely correct in every detail. Three internal pockets and unopened sleeve buttons round out a jacket built for daily life as much as for considered dressing. Model: Benny Fabric: 80% Wool, 20% Polyamide, grey houndstooth Construction: Half-lined, unstructured shoulder Button stance: 3 roll 2 Lapels: Notch Pockets: Classic chest pocket, two front jetted pockets, three internal pockets Details: Unopened sleeve buttons, double vents Fit: Slim, Drop 7, true to size Made in: Italy WEAR IT WITH Over a Harley of Scotland chunky crewneck in brown, green or yellow with dark washed jeans and a pair of Paraboot loafers, the houndstooth and the chunky knitwear create a texture-rich combination that sits naturally within the preppy and Ivy-inspired wardrobe. With an Oxford shirt and corduroy or washed chinos it moves into smart casual territory with equal ease. Layer it over a navy or camel cashmere crewneck with washed black jeans and a pair of CQP sneakers, add the Lund & Lund cashmere beanie in navy or grey melange and the outfit carries a considered, effortless quality built around the grey houndstooth as the quiet anchor throughout. SIZE & FIT True to size, no need to size up Slim fit with a more generous cut than previous De Petrillo models, Drop 6 The unstructured shoulder and half-lining give the jacket a relaxed, natural feel on the body from the first wear CARE Dry clean only Store on a wide-shouldered hanger to preserve the unstructured shoulder and the natural drape of the half-lining Use a soft clothes brush between cleans to maintain the houndstooth surface Keep in a breathable garment bag between seasons Size Shoulder Back Chest Waist Sleeve 48 45 75 52 49 65 50 47 76 54 52 66 52 47.5 77 55 53 67 54 48 78 57 55 68
