Vintage Satin Peak Lapel Tuxedo Dinner Jacket Black Tie Formal Men’s Measure 38”
$ 21.12
Description
Vintage Satin Peak Lapel Tuxedo Dinner Jacket Black Tie Formal Men’s Measure 38”. Based on the fabric appearance and traditional tuxedo construction, the jacket body appears to be fine wool suiting, while the lapels feature a satin facing typical of formal eveningwear. Classic tuxedo jackets are traditionally made from wool with satin lapels, which creates the signature contrast between the matte body fabric and the subtle sheen of the lapel. Measurements (laid flat) Chest (pit to pit): 18 in Shoulders: 17.5–18 in Sleeve length: 25 in Length (shoulder to hem): ~26.5–27 in Vintage Satin Peak Lapel Tuxedo Dinner Jacket Black Tie Formal Mens Tailored Estimated modern fit: Men’s Small / 36 (Please compare measurements with a jacket that fits you well.) Vintage Tailored Tuxedo / Dinner Jacket – Livi-Ruffa Buenos Aires The photographs revealed the only discernible flaw which is the lining fraying at both armpits. No other signs of wear and no signs of damage. Classic vintage formal jacket featuring elegant tuxedo styling and custom tailoring details from a Buenos Aires tailoring house. Features • Vintage tailored dinner jacket / tuxedo jacket • Satin peak lapels for classic black-tie styling • Jetted waist pockets (formal tuxedo pocket style) • Slightly angled barchetta chest pocket • Decorative double-breasted look with single functional front button • Four-button sleeve cuffs • Fully lined interior with contrasting sleeve lining • Tailor label: Livi-Ruffa – Buenos Aires (Esmeralda 909) • Internal tailoring order tag indicating custom client order This piece appears to have been custom tailored for a client in Buenos Aires, as indicated by the internal order label. The jacket features timeless tuxedo construction with satin peak lapels and clean jetted pockets, giving it a refined formal silhouette ideal for black-tie events, vintage styling, or performance wardrobe. Materials The material tag is not present, which is common with custom or tailor-made garments. Based on the fabric appearance and traditional tuxedo construction, the jacket body appears to be fine wool suiting, while the lapels feature a satin facing typical of formal eveningwear. Classic tuxedo jackets are traditionally made from wool with satin lapels, which creates the signature contrast between the matte body fabric and the subtle sheen of the lapel. The lapel facing on this jacket displays the smooth, reflective finish consistent with satin used in formalwear. Probable Era & Tailoring Notes Based on the label style, internal tailoring order tag, and construction details, this jacket was likely produced between the 1970s and 1990s by a tailoring shop in Buenos Aires. The interior order label includes fields such as “Sr.” (Señor), “Fecha” (Date), and order number, which were commonly used by tailors to track custom client garments. This suggests the jacket was likely made-to-measure for an individual customer rather than mass-produced retail clothing. The label references Esmeralda 909, an address in downtown Buenos Aires historically known for tailoring shops and garment makers, adding an interesting element of provenance to the piece. Design features such as the satin peak lapels, jetted pockets, and slightly angled chest pocket are classic elements of traditional formalwear and remain staples of tuxedo design today. The decorative double-breasted front styling with a single functional closure is a style detail sometimes seen in custom formal jackets from the late 20th century. These characteristics give the jacket a timeless black-tie aesthetic while reflecting the craftsmanship and tailoring traditions of its era.
