John Varvatos Men’s Black Velvet Blazer | Size 50 Regular / Approx. US 40R | Italian-Influenced Tailoring

DESCRIPTION

A handsome John Varvatos men’s black velvet blazer with a refined, Italian-influenced tailoring sensibility and a sharp modern silhouette. The rich velvet finish gives the jacket a quietly dramatic presence, making it ideal for evening dressing, holiday events, cocktail attire, gallery openings, dinners, or any occasion where an ordinary sport coat simply will not do.

WORTH NOTING

• John Varvatos men’s designer blazer
• Tagged size 50 Regular
• Likely European/Italian sizing; estimated modern fit is approximately US 40R, depending on measurements and preferred fit
• Black velvet exterior with a rich, soft-textured finish
• Two-button front closure
• Notched lapel with structured tailored shape
• Chest pocket and lower front patch-style pockets
• Long sleeves with button cuff detail
• Elegant designer menswear piece suitable for formal, cocktail, holiday, or elevated casual styling
• Italian-influenced look with the slightly rock-and-roll polish John Varvatos is known for

MEASUREMENTS

• Tagged size: 50 Regular
• Estimated modern fit: Approx. US 40R / Men’s Medium-Large, depending on measurements and preferred fit
• Chest, pit to pit: Approx. to be confirmed
• Shoulder to shoulder: Approx. to be confirmed
• Sleeve length: Approx. to be confirmed
• Jacket length from shoulder: Approx. to be confirmed
• Waist across buttoned front: Approx. to be confirmed
• Measurements are approximate and taken flat. Designer and European sizing can vary, so please compare measurements against a similar jacket that fits well.

CONDITION

Good pre-owned condition with light wear consistent with prior use and storage. The black velvet presents well overall, with minor lint, nap variation, and surface impressions possible, as is common with velvet garments. Buttons, seams, lining, pockets, cuffs, and underarm areas should be checked before shipment to confirm final condition. Overall, this blazer has strong presentation value and sits in a higher menswear tier due to the John Varvatos label, velvet fabrication, and elevated evening-wear appeal.

FROM THE HOUSE

This is the kind of jacket that understands the assignment before the invitation is even opened. It belongs over a crisp shirt, fine knit, dark denim, tailored trousers, or a proper evening look — a refined choice for the gentleman who appreciates designer menswear with edge, texture, and old-world confidence. Giftable, certainly, but only for a man who deserves better than another department-store navy blazer.

~ Maxwell