“Salvatore Ferragamo” 80’s-90’s Gancini buckle virgin wool knit jacket

From Salvatore Ferragamo, founded in Florence in 1927 and building the history of Italian luxury on exceptional craftsmanship and functional beauty, we are pleased to present an iconic knit jacket that lets the standout hardware use take center stage.

Using a deep navy color, this exquisite piece features two Gancini-style buckles at the front—an emblem of the brand—adding classic refinement to the softness of the knit.

The body is finished with finely crafted knit texture for a calm, composed appearance. The longer length that naturally covers the waist area and the straight silhouette create a neat, jacket-like presence while still retaining the easy, casual feel of a cardigan.

From the neckline to the front placket, the design switches to a wide rib-knit, creating a smooth line that gently falls toward the chest while standing up the back collar. This gives the face area a natural sense of dimensionality. If you slightly relax the collar, it will settle softly like a shawl collar; and if you keep it more upright, you can also enjoy an even more poised impression.

On the front, there are two sets of fasteners featuring Gancini-style hardware, adding a lively accent to the quiet tone of navy. Because the opening and closing mechanism is built around a buckle rather than conventional buttons, when the front is fastened, the hardware becomes the focal point of the look. When worn open as a layer, the tabs that remain on both sides also function as a design element.

Patch pockets are positioned on the left chest and at the waist, maintaining the inherent warmth and approachability of knitwear while incorporating a practical, work-jacket-inspired construction. By combining decorative hardware with a simple pocket design, this piece achieves an impeccably balanced Ferragamo look that is elegant yet never only decorative.

Taking together the woven tag with the cursive Salvatore Ferragamo logo framed by double borders, the concise trilingual material description, and the separate size tag, this item is estimated to date from around 1985 to 1998. It is also valuable for allowing you to appreciate the design sensibility of that era—when the Gancini was boldly incorporated into the garment’s structure—right up to the present.

We especially recommend this piece for those who want to maintain a sense of tension and structure characteristic of a jacket in their outfit while seeking the comfort of knitwear, as well as for those who prefer not to have the brand logo front and center and instead wish to enjoy Ferragamo’s history through its hardware and tailoring.

For styling, pairing a shirt with wide slacks creates a classic look with a cohesive, composed silhouette. Layering it over a long skirt with drape or a simple dress also results in an elegant ensemble that highlights the refined precision of the hardware. Because of its straight, gender-neutral form, it can be effortlessly incorporated into everyday styling—as a bridge between crisp tailoring and soft knitwear.

We would like to offer you this wonderful opportunity.