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.

This jacket adds quite some Parisian flair to an otherwise ordinary tweed jacket. The collar and pocket flaps are trimmed with a corduroy facing that by no means stands out loudly but adds a subtle playfulness. The curved pocket flap can be, if needed for a more low-key look, be tucked in to transform the pocket into a nondescript welt sort. In the back the central vent has a pleated structure allowing for closure with three buttons, an unusual detail typically seen only on longer coats.

DETAILS

Excellent condition
Outer: tweed, mostly likely Harris
Lining: top half silk or Cupro quilting, lower half cashmere — an Arnys signature
Buttons: lacquered wood
Color: Air Force blue
Original owner’s initials embroidered on the inside lining
Four front buttons
Two flap pockets
Single pleated vent, button closure
One sleeve button, functional
Made in France

SIZE AND FIT

Size 52 FR/IT or 42 UK/US
Chest: pit to pit 22 inches / 56 cm
Shoulder: 18.5 inches / 47 cm
Sleeve: from shoulder seam: 24.75 inches / 63 cm
Length: from below collar 31 inches /  79 cm