The suede blouson: why the casual piece should be given more attention
For a long time, the term transitional jacket stood for many things - but not for fashion.
As is all too often the case in this country, the transition jacket was exclusively practical and functional.
But we have another secret weapon for the transitional period that makes a fashionable appearance possible: the suede blouson.
This special jacket for men combines practicality with its casual-elegant flair, ennobles any casual outfit and is also an investment for life. investment for life.
Whether in elegant dark blue, subtle gray or natural brown tones - the suede blouson is perfect for men who like a casually elegant look in their free time.
What is a blouson?
A jacket becomes a classic men's blouson when it reaches down to the hips and has a blouse-like shape thanks to the cuffs and hem.
Most blousons close with a zipper, but buttons have also proven their worth and provide a special twist.
Among the absolute highlights in spring is the cotton and suede blouson: the materials look light and yet elegant. elegant. Depending on the design, the blouson can be combined in both elegant and sporty ways.
In general, however, it is worn where you can also appear casual. For official occasions, suits and jackets are still the order of the day.
Timeless classic for every men's figure
Men with any figure can afford a suede jacket in a blouson style. With its voluminous cut, the blouson ensures a self-confident appearance. This voluminous cut also flatters larger figures and provides an extra dose of self-confidence.
The voluminous cut is achieved by adding fabric to the front and back of the blouson.
Suede flight jackets, bomber jackets & more
The model was originally invented FOR THE US military and has its origins in the typical flight jacket.
A bomber jacket is a specific model of nylon flight jacket.
The roughened surface of the material is velvety soft and is one of the rarer types of leather, as it is obtained exclusively from wild animals. No domesticated animals are used, but mainly deer, elk, roe deer, kangaroo or antelope skin. This also applies to our favorite brand when it comes to leather blousons: Seraphin.
Seraphin leather jackets
Founded in 1975, Seraphin is unique among European luxury brands. It is one of the last remaining French men's luxury leather manufacturers to use traditional craftsmanship. Seraphin's production is based in historic workshops on the Quai de Valmy, where the tanners and leather workers of Paris were located in Napoleonic times.
Seraphin sources hides from the most exotic parts of the world: Sudan for crocodiles, Laponia for moose, Eritrea and Ethiopia for lambskin, Pennsylvania for deer, Hunza Valley for goats, Mongolia for yak, Canada for caribou, Sami country for reindeer, Sahel for metis, Iceland for eiderdown.
This is the only way to create these unique jackets.
A genuine suede jacket - especially from Seraphin - is therefore very exclusive and the ultimate collector's item.
From vintage to modern: how to wear the suede blouson
The suede blouson is a real all-rounder: it goes perfectly with jeans for everyday wear, but also with fabric trousers for Sunday brunch.
Suede blousons in brown shades such as beige, camel or sand look particularly good with jeans and the like.
For a timeless everyday look, combine a dark blue suede blouson with chinos or casual fabric trousers with a white shirt or casual polo shirt, for example.
Tip: To ensure that the suede blouson remains the star of the outfit, keep the rest of the look simple.
By the way: the blouson is also particularly suitable as a travel companion: suede is very hard-wearing and hardly creases.
How to care for suede properly
To ensure that you enjoy your suede blouson for the rest of your life, you should look after the material properly. This includes regular cleaning.
To remove dirt and deposits, it is best to use a suede brush or a suede eraser to remove stubborn stains. Otherwise, the good piece belongs in the hands of a professional cleaner.