The Art of Tailoring: The Neapolitan Cut

The Italians have always been innovators in the art of tailoring that takes the individuality and traditional style of sartorial elegance to an even higher level.  Something that is misunderstood more often than not is that a Neapolitan cut greatly diverges itself from a Milan cut.  This may not seem to be that big of a deal to some people, but it is definitely worlds apart for those who embrace the art of tailoring that the Italians, the Masters of the Cut, had long since regarded as tradition.

Clothing is the embodiment of one’s own character, the city it was created in, and the mood the wearer desires their garments to express; and as such, the difference of the cut has a significant emphasis on.  The Milan cut, which reflects the North, can be identified by either a signature blue or gray tone suit, whereas the Neapolitan cut of the South in Naples, where the cloth is always a statement, an exquisite expression continually meets the eyes.  We are honored to introduce the following three renowned Italian tailors of the Neapolitan cut , who have at least over 70 years of foundation, as well as express several points of interest to the well dressed and (well groomed) sophisticated gentleman.

Cesare Attolini

Ceasre Attolini’s signature and classic unstructured sports coats, which symbolizes the one of a kind style of Napoli, will always remain timeless.  The founder, the late Vincenzo Attolini, who was inspired by the English cut, but never cared for the jacket’s padding, envisioned a more refined silhouette.  Vincenzo Attolini’s grandsons, Massimiliano and Giuseppe, are  presently running the family business, in which they now offer a variety of high-end fabrics to create a very expressive line-up of jackets.  They are famous for their stylish three-button sports coats with a high armhole, which creates a roped shoulder.

For more information visit:  CesareAttolini.com

KITON

Established in 1956 by Ciro Paone, Kiton pioneers the best and most luxurious performance materials on the market. Their Neapolitan cut sports coats are well rounded lapel roll that can only be made by hand. Kiton specializes in exquisitely handmade tailored clothing, using only the best of fine and rare fabrics, such as Vicuna and baby Cashmere

For more information visit:  KITON.it

ISAIA

This traditional Italian tailor in particular took the fashion industry like a VOLCANO, when its creator, Gianluca Isaia, displayed his eccentric yet refined sense of style.  This fashion icon was almost always seen in patterned suits with vivid colors and a pair of trademark red flip-flops. Isaia’s specialty is the Neapolitan cut in an array of very colorful and very distinctive suits and sport coats.

For more information visit:  ISAIA.it

Featured Image Courtesy of:  Cesare Attolini