Ruffo Research A.F. Vandevorst Winter 2000 Raw Edge Leather Jacket 40 Rare Fab!!.No returns.

Vintage grail Ruffo Research, a series of collections showing the possibilities of leather designed by then up and coming designers each presenting both a winter and summer collection and produced by venerable Italian leather manufacturer Ruffo. This is an example by Belgian duo A.F. Vandevorst most well known for their juxtaposition of soft and hard design elements, contrasting lingerie with military, equestrian and medical uniform inspirations. Here they take on leather in its conventions of Biker and military and add their signature twists. This jacket is made from a patinated suede and lined but not fully attached so the work can be seen as pictured. Featuring a small stand up collar it is shut by many hooks and eyes and is well fitted to the body. The flourish is the raw edge shown in the sleeve/vent which breaks the structure of the rest of the piece. It has strong shoulders and narrows in and finishes between the waist and hips. It is in impeccable condition and ready to wear immediately, enjoy!