Exceptional fabrication meets beautifully restrained tailoring in this Lafayette 148 New York jacket, crafted from a luxurious blend of wool, cashmere, and camel hair.
Rendered in sophisticated black and white tweed, the jacket is shaped through the body with a clean zip front, long sleeves, tailored trim, and waist flap details. A full viscose-blend lining gives the interior a polished finish while allowing the jacket to layer comfortably.
The silhouette is compact and elegant rather than oversized—a sophisticated alternative to the traditional blazer and an exceptionally versatile piece for fall and winter dressing.
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Excellent pre-owned condition with minimal signs of previous wear. Please review all photographs carefully for complete condition and textile details.
The fabric is what elevates this jacket.
Wool provides structure, warmth, and resilience; cashmere contributes extraordinary softness and a refined hand; and camel hair, traditionally prized in luxury outerwear, adds warmth without excessive weight.
Together, the fibers create the sort of richly tactile textile that distinguishes genuinely fine cold-weather clothing from ordinary blended fabrics.
Founded in New York City in 1996, Lafayette 148 built its reputation around sophisticated womenswear, luxurious textiles, and precise construction. The label is particularly strong in tailoring and outerwear, where beautiful natural fibers and understated silhouettes allow material and workmanship to take precedence over conspicuous branding.
This jacket captures that philosophy beautifully: quiet, tactile luxury with no need to announce itself.
There is a distinctly Chanel-adjacent quality to a beautifully shaped black-and-white tweed jacket, but this Lafayette 148 interpretation feels cleaner and more modern. The zipper replaces traditional buttons, while the shortened silhouette and restrained trim keep the focus on proportion and textile.
Pair it with black trousers and loafers for polished minimalism, or wear it with faded denim to let the luxurious fabric do all the work.
At County Mercantile, we believe exceptional goods deserve a second life. We thoughtfully curate vintage, designer, and heritage pieces chosen for their craftsmanship, character, and enduring style.
Shipping: Ships within two business days and is carefully packaged for its journey.
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