Sly & Co
Nolan Genuine Suede Jacket
The Nolan Genuine Suede Jacket is a men's suede outerwear piece from Canadian brand Sly & Co. at Le 31, constructed from matte camel suede with a satiny lining. It includes a stand collar with snap tab, full-length metallic zipper, two vertical zippered hand pockets, chest yoke, center back seam, and elbow paneling on set-in sleeves. The jacket has a boxy, slightly short silhouette ending above the hips, with polished silver hardware.
- Material
- Genuine Suede
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Size
Specifications
Luxurious genuine suede jacket with stand-up collar and metallic zip closure.
Genuine suede, stand-up collar with snap tab, metallic zip closure, zipped side pockets, satiny lining.
- Material
- Genuine Suede
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- genuine suede
- stand-up collar with snap tab
- metallic zip closure
- zipped pockets on the sides
- satiny lining
Product Insights
The Nolan Genuine Suede Jacket by Sly & Co (425 CAD) is a lighter, more breathable alternative to leather with a napped surface that darkens at contact zones over months, creating a unique patina. It runs true to size for a tailored fit (size up for layering heavy knits) and offers no insulation, relying on a smooth satiny lining for easy layering over sweaters in spring/fall. Water-resistant spray protects from brief rain, but the jacket requires weekly brushing, stain eraser use, and storage in a breathable bag. Proper care yields 10+ years of use, with the jacket becoming more desirable with age—annual cost approx. 42.50 CAD per decade. The tradeoff: specialized maintenance demands are offset by long-term value and eventual personalized aesthetic.
Verified claims
- Sizing
- Runs true to size for a tailored fit; size up to layer heavier knits because suede has limited stretch across the shoulders, while your standard size works for a relaxed, oversized look.
- Lining
- Fully lined with smooth satiny fabric; it allows easy layering over sweaters but provides no significant insulation, so it's best as a mid-season or fashion piece rather than a heavy winter coat.
- Material
- The suede shell is lighter and more supple than full-grain leather and breathes more freely than smooth leather; its raised fibers soften over time, building a unique patina.
- Maintenance
- Brush regularly with a soft suede brush, use a suede eraser for stains, and store in a breathable garment bag away from direct sunlight.
- Water resistance
- Not inherently water-resistant; a suede-specific fluoropolymer protector spray improves repellency, but brief rain can still darken suede temporarily. Blot wet suede dry and air dry away from heat; avoid heavy rain even when treated.
- Insulation
- The satiny lining is lightweight and provides no significant insulation; best for mid-season.
- Patina development
- Wear compresses nap and darkens contact zones, creating unique patina over months.
- Long-term value
- Proper care yields 10+ years of use, and the jacket becomes more desirable with age.
- Quality verification
- Check nap uniformity and fibrous edges to confirm quality suede for patina.
- Annual cost
- This 425 CAD jacket costs about 42.50 per year over a decade of moderate wear.
- Aging
- After a single season, high-contact zones like the collar, cuffs, and zipped pocket edges develop a darker patina; after 12–18 months, the nap flattens into a smoother matte surface.
- Care
- Requires specialized care: brush, suede eraser, and waterproofing spray; avoid heavy rain
- Suede quality
- Verified genuine suede: consistent nap, fibrous edges, depth of color.
- Brand context
- Sly & Co is a Canadian brand in Simons' Le 31 design-forward collection.
- Layering
- Suede's lighter weight makes it ideal for mid-season layering.
- Aesthetic
- The suede's napped surface creates a deep matte color that develops a personalized patina over time.
- Protector reapplication
- Apply a silicone-free fluoropolymer protector spray (such as Collonil or Saphir) and reapply every 4–8 wears to maintain water repellency; avoid water and machine washing, and consult a professional suede specialist for deep cleaning.
- Suede authenticity
- The 'genuine suede' designation means the shell is made from the velvety underside split of an animal hide, not a synthetic fabric.
Product record
- Title
- Nolan Genuine Suede Jacket
- Brand
- Sly & Co
- Price
- 425 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Front view of a tan/camel suede jacket worn by a model. Visible features include a short stand collar with snap tab, exposed center metal zipper, vertical zippered hand pockets, chest yoke seam, and matte suede surface texture.
- Collar with snap tabShort stand collar with a small snap-tab closure at the throat; tab has two visible metal snap caps and is cut from the same suede as the jacket.
1 region
x 0.40 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high) - Exposed center zipperFull-length exposed metal center zipper running from collar to hem; zipper teeth and a rectangular metal pull are visible and left partially unzipped.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.20 · w 0.12 · h 0.56 (high) - Vertical zippered pocketsTwo vertical hand pockets set into the side panels with visible metal zippers; pocket openings placed slightly forward on each hip.
2 regions
x 0.72 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.14 · y 0.40 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Chest yoke seamHorizontal stitched seam forming a chest yoke that runs across the upper front torso from shoulder to shoulder.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.26 · w 0.76 · h 0.06 (high) - Sleeve construction and cuffsSet-in sleeves with visible single-row topstitching and simple finished cuffs without visible buttons or snaps.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.50 (medium); x 0.74 · y 0.30 · w 0.20 · h 0.50 (medium) - Suede surface textureMatte suede surface with a soft nap visible as subtle directional shading and slight variations in tone across panels.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.48 (high) - Hem and overall silhouetteStraight horizontal hem at the waist producing a boxy, slightly short jacket silhouette that sits at the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.62 · w 0.76 · h 0.14 (high)
Other
Studio portrait of a male model wearing the jacket against a white background. Model styling includes sunglasses, a cream-colored T-shirt underneath the jacket, and dark denim pants. Lighting is soft and even with minimal shadows.
- Model and stylingMale model wearing large tortoiseshell sunglasses, a cream crew neck T-shirt under the jacket, and dark denim pants; right hand partly in pocket and left hand relaxed at side.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.02 · w 0.64 · h 0.96 (high) - Background and lightingPlain white seamless background with soft, even studio lighting and minimal directional shadows around the model.
- Framing and cropImage framed as a mid-torso portrait, showing the model from above the head down to the upper thighs with slight headroom.
Colors
camel suede· suede body#B57A4Bpolished silver· metal hardware- Collar with snap tabShort stand collar with a small snap-tab closure at the throat; tab has two visible metal snap caps and is cut from the same suede as the jacket.
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Product
Rear view of a men's tan suede jacket showing the back panel, shoulder yoke seam, long set-in sleeves with visible seam and elbow paneling, and a short stand collar.
- Overall silhouetteStraight-hemmed back panel with a boxy, slightly relaxed cut ending just above the hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.76 (high) - Material and finishMatte suede surface with a soft, slightly napped texture visible across the back and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.66 (high) - Shoulder yoke seamHorizontal curved yoke seam running across the upper back connecting the shoulder panels, with topstitching following the seam.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.18 · w 0.64 · h 0.12 (high) - Center back seamSingle vertical seam down the middle of the back panel.
1 region
x 0.47 · y 0.22 · w 0.06 · h 0.60 (high) - Sleeve constructionLong set-in sleeves with visible vertical seams on the outer arm and additional horizontal seam near the elbow area forming a subtle elbow panel.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.66 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.20 · w 0.28 · h 0.66 (high) - NecklineLow short stand collar with a narrow band and visible topstitching across the back of the neck.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.08 (high) - Hem detailStraight hem with a visible single line of topstitching near the bottom edge.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.14 (high) - Topstitching contrastStitching visible along yoke, center back, sleeve seams, and hem appears slightly darker than the suede surface.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.16 · w 0.64 · h 0.68 (high) - Partial occlusionLower back edge is slightly overlapped by a light-colored shirt peeking out below the jacket hem.
1 region
x 0.30 · y 0.80 · w 0.40 · h 0.10 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the jacket against a plain white background with even frontal lighting and minimal shadows; visible model head, hands, and lower clothing are present but not part of the product.
- Shot compositionCentered rear-facing studio shot framing the jacket from the mid-neck to just below the hips.
- BackgroundUniform plain white background with high key lighting and no visible props.
- Model visibleUpper back of a model visible including the back of the head, both hands and dark denim pants; these elements are present as styling but are not part of the product.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.00 · w 0.44 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.22 · y 0.84 · w 0.56 · h 0.16 (high) - Lighting and shadowEven diffuse lighting with very soft shadows under the hem and sleeve edges; suede texture highlights indicate frontal light sources.
Colors
warm tan· suede body and sleeves#B47542dark warm brown· topstitching and seam lines#8E592C- Overall silhouetteStraight-hemmed back panel with a boxy, slightly relaxed cut ending just above the hips.