Pleated Silk Taffeta Strong-Shoulder Jacket
Valentino Garavani
$5000.00
Product Insights & Style Tips
Valentino Garavani brings couture drama to a sleek, city-ready silhouette. The jacket is cut from silk taffeta, whose crisp shine holds a precise, architectural shape. Contrast satin lapels frame the face, while a fanlike pleated waist creates movement and sculpted depth. Peak lapels and padded strong shoulders sharpen the line, and the hip-length cut keeps the piece modern and versatile. A silk lining glides smoothly against the skin, while the hook-and-eye front keeps the closure discreet. Made in Italy.
Layering this jacket reads effortless. The slim fit plus padded shoulders yields a statuesque frame over a sleek blouse, a column of satin, or a knit dress. The short hip-length line lets it glide over high-waisted trousers or a midi skirt, and the interior silk lining ensures smooth shifts through day to night. A single-breasted closure keeps the look lean, while the bold silhouette travels across settings with confidence.
Valentino Garavani's couture ethos shows in the drama of this piece: bold shoulders, glossy lapels, and a waist that fans out with movement, built to elevate everything from tailored trousers to evening dresses.
Materials / Fabrication
- Silk taffeta jacket
- Contrast satin lapels
- Fanlike pleated waist
- Peak lapels
- Single-breasted front
- Long sleeves
- Padded shoulders
- Slim fit
- Hip length
- Hook-and-eye front
- Lining: acetate/silk
- Brand: Valentino Garavani
- Made in Italy
- Model measurements: 5'10 tall; wearing US size 4/Small
Recommended Care
- Dry clean only to protect silk taffeta and satin lapels
- Avoid water, high heat, and direct sunlight
- If needed, steam with a low heat setting and use a pressing cloth; do not iron directly on satin or silk
- Store on a padded hanger in a breathable garment bag to maintain shape
Fit Notes
- Slim fit through the body with padded shoulders for a tailored silhouette that hits at hip length.
- Peak satin lapels and a single-breasted front with hook-and-eye closure, creating a refined, structured profile.
- Silk taffeta construction with a silk lining delivers crisp drape and interior smoothness.
