-SPECIAL- "DRIES VAN NOTEN" 10's Sculptural wide lapel double breasted wool coat

"DRIES VAN NOTEN"
2017AW Sculptural wide-lapel double-breasted wool coat

From DRIES VAN NOTEN, a brand based in Antwerp that has long presented modern styles through exceptional tailoring and a distinctive sense of color, we are pleased to introduce a masterpiece featuring a boldly constructed design.

Grounded in a classic double-breasted coat, this piece is modernly reimagined with wide lapels that create a strong impression around the shoulders, alongside an unexpectedly placed side zipper.

The outer fabric is crafted from a blend of 80% wool and 20% nylon. The wool’s understated texture is complemented by an appropriate density and firmness, producing a substantial warmth suitable for autumn and winter while maintaining a refined, well-defined silhouette. The deep dark navy shade—almost black depending on the light—further elevates the coat’s structural form into an even more polished impression.

The front is fitted with eight evenly proportioned four-hole buttons, forming the coat’s crisp, composed appearance typical of a double-breasted design. Meanwhile, the wide lapels that extend prominently from the neckline toward the chest naturally draw the eye upward. With a calm mid-length balance, the result is an unmistakable sense of presence. When the collar is opened, it reveals a classic, stately expression; when the front is fastened, the body forms a three-dimensional layered effect. This attention to detail is unmistakably characteristic of DRIES VAN NOTEN.

The shoulder line is tailored without excessive exaggeration, staying neat and composed. The silhouette offers a suitable amount of ease through the body and falls straightforwardly toward the hem, creating a beautiful contrast with the voluminous collar. The length reaches around the hip area, achieving both warmth and ease of styling. In addition, pockets that emphasize vertical lines keep the overall look streamlined. With OPTI zippers built into the sides for opening and closing, mobility is ensured, and the design also creates a slip-like opening around the hem—an appealing structure that elevates practicality into design.

The lining is made of smooth cupro and cotton, making it easy to slide on over knitwear or jackets. While the outer fabric delivers definite, substantial character, comfort during wear has been considered just as carefully. The listed size is 48; rather than a tight, body-hugging cut, it is balanced so you can enjoy the beauty of the silhouette while selecting inner layers. For accurate fit, please also check against the measurements.

Here, the composition of the control number shown on the quality display tag aligns with the autumn/winter 2017 product code system used for Tomorrowland-related items. Because corresponding features are also confirmed in the brand tag and specifications from the same period, this allows us to judge it as a product from around the 2017AW season. As a creation from the era when Dries Van Noten himself was responsible for the design, it respects traditional gentlemen’s tailoring forms while avoiding any sense of predictability. The finish, enhanced with wide lapels and side zippers, also carries a definite added value as an archive piece.

Recommended especially for those who want to express individuality through pattern and structure rather than relying on lavish decoration, this piece brings an impeccably composed coat into everyday wear, while offering the kind of subtle mismatch and lingering mod spirit that suit discerning tastes. Because the outline can be adjusted by how you fasten the buttons and how widely you open the side zipper, it supports everything from orderly styling to relaxed layered looks. The way the wearer’s own sense is naturally reflected is also a distinctive charm of this work.

For styling, pairing the coat with refined wool slacks and a high-gauge knit creates an urban look that lets the lapel’s sculpted form stand out. By incorporating faded denim and voluminous shoes, you can also enjoy everyday styling that gently disrupts the classic mood. Opening the side zipper to reveal your inner color and material creates a light, airy sense of depth in the deep dark navy. If you are looking for a coat that brings clear personality to your autumn and winter wardrobe, this is an excellent opportunity.