Brown Suede Valstarino Jacket

Brown Suede Valstarino Jacket

Most brown suede jackets settle for a plain shirt collar. The Brown Suede Valstarino Jacket breaks from that pattern instead. It follows the blouson shape rather than a longer coat cut, so the hem sits at the hip. The shell uses suede leather in a chestnut-brown tone, and the grain stays open rather than polished smooth. A stand-up collar closes the neckline. Meanwhile, a row of buttons runs the front placket from collar to hem. Two flap pockets sit low on the front, each closing with its own button.

Ribbed knit trim wraps the cuffs and hem. Consequently, the jacket pulls in at the wrist and waist instead of hanging loose. Furthermore, set-in sleeves keep the shoulder line close to the body. Inside, a smooth lining keeps the suede from dragging against a shirt when the arms go in. Weight-wise, the jacket sits in the mid-range — light enough to layer, warm enough alone in mild cold.

Specifications

• Material: Genuine suede leather
• Closure: Button-front placket
• Collar: Stand-up collar
• Trim: Ribbed knit cuffs and hem
• Pockets: Two front flap pockets, button closure
• Fit: Blouson, hip-length
• Color: Chestnut brown

The blouson cut suits the gap between a heavy coat and no jacket at all, where most days actually sit. The Brown Suede Valstarino Jacket works well on a motorcycle for short rides, since the ribbed cuffs and hem keep wind from working up the sleeves. Off the bike, the same jacket carries into daily wear just as easily. For example, it pairs with a plain tee for something casual, or layers under a jacket-friendly shirt for a step up. The button-front placket also opens with one hand, which helps when getting in and out of a car seat repeatedly.

Leather and Kids stocks this jacket for buyers who want a genuine suede blouson without guessing at fit from a listing photo. Instead, the listing photo matches the jacket that arrives.

Does the suede need any care before the first wear?
A light brushing with a suede brush lifts any flattened nap from shipping. Beyond that, the jacket needs no pre-treatment.

Will the ribbed cuffs loosen up over time?
Knit ribbing relaxes slightly with repeated stretching, though it keeps most of its shape through normal wear. Avoiding hard, repeated stretching at the cuffs keeps the fit close for longer.