The Least Official Natalino Appreciation Thread

[gettoasty]

@2942 this is all current? I recall the newer jackets fit weird due to armholes or high gorge etc.

 

[Satmoche]

@2942 this is all current? I recall the newer jackets fit weird due to armholes or high gorge etc.

I am unsure about armholes but the gorges are definitely lower, and the lapels on the db are slimmer and less curvy.

 

[Satmoche]

Thanks. It’s by Kamakura from a few years ago. They currently have something similar:

TOKYO SLIM FIT - Button Down Oxford THOMAS MASON

Cotton 100% Button Down Collar Front Placket Button Cuff Oxford With Pocket Made in Japan Read About Our Fabrics >Find Your Size >

kamakurashirts.com

Thank you kindly.

 

[Rhodia]

I wear a size 52 and the jacket I got last SS fits slightly large. Perfect IMO, my alterations tailor took in the back a little bit, but it fits perfect through the waist and across the chest.

It definitely fits loose in the waist, but that's what I like. I hate a tightly fitted jacket. Arms are also fairly roomy.

Good to hear. Thank you.

The arms (and armholes) were very, very slim, and overall the jacket fit narrow. Again, though, I believe the one I received may have also been out of spec (chest measurement was off). This was actually SS23, not FW.

I do know they changed the fit going into FW23.

 

[Aloysius16]

I have tried Natalino a couple of times, a few years ago initially and again a few weeks ago. Each time the jacket fit was weird and unwearable for me (by some distance the most ill-fitting garments I have ever tried). But the fit was also very different on each occasion (differently bad).

The jacket a few years ago had tiny high armholes, wide but unstructured shoulders and a very nipped waist. Fit like a Frankenstein of size 38 and 42 (I am a conventional 40).

The new jackets are much looser all round. Even a 38 seemed loose for me, and the upper arms are particularly baggy. Didn’t work for me at all, but might be good for a more athletic figure with bigger shoulders and arms I suspect.

 

[Rhodia]

I have tried Natalino a couple of times, a few years ago initially and again a few weeks ago. Each time the jacket fit was weird and unwearable for me (by some distance the most ill-fitting garments I have ever tried). But the fit was also very different on each occasion (differently bad).

The jacket a few years ago had tiny high armholes, wide but unstructured shoulders and a very nipped waist. Fit like a Frankenstein of size 38 and 42 (I am a conventional 40).

The new jackets are much looser all round. Even a 38 seemed loose for me, and the upper arms are particularly baggy. Didn’t work for me at all, but might be good for a more athletic figure with bigger shoulders and arms I suspect.

Thanks for the feedback.

Your description of the older jackets is exactly how the one I ordered fit. Unfortunately, for comparison sake, I'm in the U.S. so I cannot try on multiple sizes. I'll have to go with my usual size and hope for the best.

The measurement chart seems in keeping with other makers, but jackets can be tricky.

 

[2711383]

Hi everyone. I recently got one of the tropical wool suits from Natalino and I was hoping to get some feedback on the fit since I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to look for. (Apologies in advance for the lack of shoes and the disheveled shirt, it's been a long day).

The jacket seems to fit right in the chest and shoulders but feels (maybe an inch?) too long. I think this is most noticeable in the photo from the back, kinda makes it seem like the jacket is too big for me. Is this something that can maybe be altered? This is their smallest size. There's also a strange dimple in the back and I'm not sure what's causing it.

 

[sydneycider]

Hi everyone. I recently got one of the tropical wool suits from Natalino and I was hoping to get some feedback on the fit since I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to look for. (Apologies in advance for the lack of shoes and the disheveled shirt, it's been a long day).

The jacket seems to fit right in the chest and shoulders but feels (maybe an inch?) too long. I think this is most noticeable in the photo from the back, kinda makes it seem like the jacket is too big for me. Is this something that can maybe be altered? This is their smallest size. There's also a strange dimple in the back and I'm not sure what's causing it.


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Too long and too big, especially across the back.

The excess fabric at the back can be fixed, but not worth it considering it's too long.

Return and size down.

 

[sydneycider]

Good to hear. Thank you.

The arms (and armholes) were very, very slim, and overall the jacket fit narrow. Again, though, I believe the one I received may have also been out of spec (chest measurement was off). This was actually SS23, not FW.

I do know they changed the fit going into FW23.

Yes, their fit has evolved quite a lot since then.

 

[stu len]

Hi everyone. I recently got one of the tropical wool suits from Natalino and I was hoping to get some feedback on the fit since I'm not really sure what I'm supposed to look for. (Apologies in advance for the lack of shoes and the disheveled shirt, it's been a long day).

The jacket seems to fit right in the chest and shoulders but feels (maybe an inch?) too long. I think this is most noticeable in the photo from the back, kinda makes it seem like the jacket is too big for me. Is this something that can maybe be altered? This is their smallest size. There's also a strange dimple in the back and I'm not sure what's causing it.


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Difficult one. The fit in the shoulders is good, sizing down might make them too narrow. Other than that, the sleeves are a bit baggy and the jacket overall looks too big (too long, too, yes). The fabric bunching in the back looks like a mild case of collar roll. Not too difficult to have fixed by a tailor who knows his work, but I would also agree that it is not worth it, given the other fit issues of the jacket.

BTW, pants look a bit too skinny in proportion. You have a masculine build and would benefit from a straighter and a little wider fit of trousers, especially in the leg opening, too.

 

[2711383]

Too long and too big, especially across the back.

The excess fabric at the back can be fixed, but not worth it considering it's too long.

Return and size down.

Difficult one. The fit in the shoulders is good, sizing down might make them too narrow. Other than that, the sleeves are a bit baggy and the jacket overall looks too big (too long, too, yes). The fabric bunching in the back looks like a mild case of collar roll. Not too difficult to have fixed by a tailor who knows his work, but I would also agree that it is not worth it, given the other fit issues of the jacket.

BTW, pants look a bit too skinny in proportion. You have a masculine build and would benefit from a straighter and a little wider fit of trousers, especially in the leg opening, too.

Thank you both. I'll go ahead and return it. Unfortunately I can't size down because this is their smallest size (46). Is there another brand that does neapolitan style suiting in this budget and quality range?

And yes! I was surprised with how skinny the pants were when I tried them on. They did not look this skinny on the models.

 

[Terrierist]

Just got this back from alterations, where I had some waist suppression and the sleeve buttons added.

I'm really happy with the fit. Length is good, the buttoning point. The shoulder width is where I like it and no divots on the sleevehead, which is a problem I get regularly with MTM.

Honestly, I don't know what more you can expect from an OTR jacket, especially at this price.

I can see how the block might suit someone with more sloping shoulders. There's a bit of a roll on the upper back. But I can live with it and the fabric is still pretty stiff so it might shape up with wear.

 

[CLH03]

Thank you both. I'll go ahead and return it. Unfortunately I can't size down because this is their smallest size (46). Is there another brand that does neapolitan style suiting in this budget and quality range?

And yes! I was surprised with how skinny the pants were when I tried them on. They did not look this skinny on the models.

Try Spier and MACKAY, they make size 34/44 in their suits and sport coats occasionally

 

[stu len]

Thank you both. I'll go ahead and return it. Unfortunately I can't size down because this is their smallest size (46). Is there another brand that does neapolitan style suiting in this budget and quality range?

And yes! I was surprised with how skinny the pants were when I tried them on. They did not look this skinny on the models.

I second Spier and Mackay as a suggestion. Or you could go for Suitsupply made to measure and opt for their concave lapel and natural pleated shoulder - makes for a neapolitan looking style

 

[asewonder]

Im selling two pairs of lightly used Natalino single pleat trousers in size 48, brown linen (28 in inseam) and brown brushed cotton (27.5 inseam). Each has a 2 inch cuff. $70 (net) each shipped in the US, $120 for the pair.