From the pages of a Japanese mag (
Leon?
Men's Precious?
Men's Ex?) to the back of a friend to a glowing recommendation to my closet - that's how lots of my purchases have panned out recently. And none have worked out better than a new quilted blazer I just picked up from
United Colors of Benetton.
Quilted blazers are pretty awesome, but are always tough to find and are always expensive as hell. Well, if you can locate a United Colors of Benetton near you (sorry, no online shop for these Italians) all your quilted dreams may very well come true. Be wary, however, as not all Benetton retail spots carry their men's line (I'm looking at you, Charlotte). This particular jacket is on sale for around $150 depending on sales tax and may even drop lower. The Benetton I went to didn't even have these on the floor. My assumption is that these guys overstated the sophistication of their customer (Club Monaco syndrome) and the result is a bunch of extra units nobody wants. So take advantage. Bottom line: this jacket is worth every cent and I've been wearing it nonstop since I picked it up this past weekend. Conveniently listed pros and cons can be found below.
Pros:
-100% wool outer (as oppose to nylon)
-Surprisingly warm
-Patch pockets
-Breast pocket (begging for a pocket square/handkerchief)
-Great off the rack fit (higher arm holes make layering easier)
-Under arm vents
-Elbow patches
Cons:
-Ventless
-Only available in gray
-Non-functioning sleeve buttons
-Wrinkles quite easily
-Lacks suede detailing (undercollar, elbow patches, etc.)
-Made in China
-L.A.S
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