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Lookbook: Julian Berman
Studio: Frame Photographics

Almost all of our special projects are born through relationships. This one was initiated by our good friend Nate Bui, who was our first Style Profiles feature that we posted on our website. He's what you'd call a Schott leather jacket aficionado, and his love for the company and their iconic products stretches back well before he was hired to work for the company. It was through Nate's introduction to Jason Schott that we were able to begin conversations on working together on a project that would be able to represent the ideals of both companies. What resulted is a custom double rider Perfecto hand cut and sewn to our exact specifications in Schott's family-owned factory.

The jacket’s silhouette is a modernized, slim fit version of the classic Perfecto motorcycle jacket originally designed by Irving Schott in 1928; Schott enthusiasts will know this exact fit as the 519. With its slightly lengthened body and slimmer arms, the jacket has a fashion-forward fit that is equally at home in both casual and riding functions. Additionally, eliminating the belt and the epaulet star on the classic Perfecto and employing matte black hardware for all zippers and snaps yields a monochromatic, easy-to-wear look.

The Schott for 3sixteen Perfecto is made of premium naked cowhide, a leather with a slight sheen and supple hand that will age beautifully. Unlike traditional finished leather that has a rigid shiny topcoat, naked cowhide has no finish and open pores, resulting in a softer feel and an easier break-in period. The jacket is lined with raw Japanese selvedge chambray fabric that will provide for comfortable, lightweight, year-round wear. The lining features a busted-seam detail that runs up the back to show the self edge of the fabric. Lastly, a custom leather patch commemorating the collaboration is sewn into the lining above an inside pocket.