The tailoring atelier of Joseph Camps could be said of having laid a foundation for what has become today’s Parisian bespoke tailoring. The atelier, in addition to making the finest suits for the European elites, had trained a whole generation of Parisian tailors who have since jointly been defining the French tailoring style as we know today. The atelier itself was then subsumed by Camps de Luca thanks to the de Luca family, long time partner-disciples of Joseph and has become the world’s best bespoke tailor.

This vintage Joseph Camps coat is, despite its simple classic look, very unique. In particular, the sleeves are of the raglan construction that allow for ease of movement, but in the mean time they are cut with such a subtle curvature that when put on, instead of hugging the body at the shoulder like typical raglan construction, the shoulders are more prominent to create a structured look despite the lack of actual padding. The cloth is also noteworthy: a herringbone tweed that has a substantiality to it only found in vintage tweeds.

DETAILS

Excellent condition
Outer: heavy herringbone tweed
Lining: silk or Cupro
Buttons: horn
Fully lined
Single breasted
Four buttons
Raglan sleeve
Single vent
Bespoke made in France

SIZE AND FIT

Fits like a Medium or Large
Chest: pit to pit 24 inches / 61 cm
Sleeve: (raglan shoulder, from center of back) 33.5 inches / 85 cm
Length: from below collar 40.5 inches /  103 cm