Founded in 1933, Arnys of Paris was an independent luxury men’s clothier known for its extraordinarily fine products embodying the classic Rive Gauche style, until the maison was acquired by Berluti and ended its business in 2012. Since then Arnys products have become ever more precious and collectible to those who love menswear.

The Forestière needs no introduction — a sartorial holy grail, the icon of Arnys. Originally custom-made for the great Le Corbusier — one of the many prominent clients of Arnys, the jacket borrows inspirations from the trustworthy workwear favored by hunters and rangers in Sologne (hence the name) and also from the Japanese kimono-style robe. Over time the jacket has barely deviated from its Platonic ideal form — the band collar, three patch pockets, elbow patches, and a generous fit allowing ultimate freedom of movement.

DETAILS

Excellent condition
Outer: wool herringbone tweed
Lining: Cupro (upper half) and wool flannel (lower half)
Elbow patches and trimmings: peccary leather
Buttons: horn with metal Arnys emblem inlay
Band collar
Three patch pockets
Elbow patches
Fully lined
No vent

SIZE AND FIT

Size tag missing, estimated as EU50, fits large.

Chest: 24 in / 61 cm (pit to pit)
Shoulder: 21.25 in / 54 cm (shoulder seam to seam)
Sleeve: 24.5 in / 62 cm (from shoulder seam down)
Length: 31.75 in / 80.5 cm (excluding collar)