Imperial
Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket
This Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket from Imperial at Le 31 is a fencing jacket made in Italy from soft stretch fabric, featuring a stand collar, full-length zip, and decorative gold frogging accents. It is designed for rapier fencing and light sparring; user reviews indicate it provides adequate protection for those activities but requires additional forearm and chest guards for heavier weapons. The jacket's right-side fastening is noted as better suited to left-handed fencers.
- Color
- Gold
- Material
- Soft stretch fabric
- Style
- military
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Color
Specifications
A military-inspired officer jacket with golden frogging accents and a stand collar, crafted in Italy from soft stretch fabric.
Golden frogging-style accents, stand collar, full-length zip closure, soft stretch fabric.
- Color
- Gold · yellow
- Material
- Soft stretch fabric
- Style
- military
- Gender
- male
- Age Group
- adult
- Condition
- new
- Category
- Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Coats & Jackets
Additional Attributes
- golden frogging-style accents
- stand collar
- full-length zip closure
- soft stretch fabric
- made in Italy
- military-inspired officer jacket design
- decorative frogging detail
Product Insights
The Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket by Imperial is a stylish, everyday-wearable piece rooted in 19th-century military tradition, featuring purely ornamental gold frogging and a center zip for unbiased fastening. Crafted from light, stretchy polyester-viscose-spandex, it replaces heavy wool for practical comfort, while its Italian-made construction with satiny lining supports regular use beyond costume. The jacket aligns with Napoleonic military trends dominating SS26 runways and resonates with Star Wars aesthetics, yet buyers note it only suits light sparring without additional armor. Priced at 450 CAD, it costs $100 more than Imperial's toggle-style jacket, balancing historical authenticity with modern wearability.
Verified claims
- Heritage
- Frogging's lineage spans Chinese origin, hussar officer uniforms, and purely ornamental use.
- Material
- Light, stretchy polyester-viscose-spandex fabric replaces heavy wool.
- Cultural relevance
- Matches the Napoleonic military jacket trend on recent runways and is designed as an everyday-wearable interpretation rather than a costume piece.
- Protection
- Buyers report it works for rapier and light sparring but requires additional forearm and chest guards for heavier weapons.
- Dual use
- Worn as everyday jacket due to stylish appearance.
- Fastening
- The jacket closes with a full-length zip, and the gold frogging is purely decorative.
- Historical authenticity
- Decorative gold frogging is historically accurate 19th-century non-functional ornament.
- Trend
- Part of the Napoleonic military jacket trend seen on recent runways.
- Design authenticity
- Gold frogging is purely ornamental, with the full-length zip as the functional closure, consistent with 19th-century ornamental practice.
- Wearability
- Soft stretch fabric and full zip closure make daily wear practical.
- Style
- Part of the Napoleonic military jacket trend and designed with soft stretch fabric and a full zip for everyday styling.
- Quality
- Made in Italy from soft stretch fabric (63% polyester, 34% viscose, 3% spandex) with a smooth 100% polyester lining, this jacket is built for regular use rather than costume wear.
- Frogging ornament
- Frogging is purely decorative; the jacket closes with a full-length zip.
- Price comparison
- Gold-frogging jacket costs $450, $100 more than Imperial’s toggle-style jacket.
- Fit
- The product listing does not specify the fit; based on the style of a soft-stretch officer jacket, it likely has a regular fit, with sizes S through XL available.
- Sizing
- No size chart or chest measurements are provided; based on the brand's other products, a medium typically corresponds to a 38–40 inch chest, but this is not confirmed for this specific jacket.
- Silhouette
- This is a softer, more relaxed officer jacket rather than a rigid, heavily constructed one; the soft stretch shell drapes and moves with the body, while the stand collar and gold frogging provide the military styling without stiff interlining.
- Positioning
- This is an ornate military-statement officer jacket for special occasions, not a utility field jacket; the soft stretch fabric and zip closure make it light enough for everyday wear.
- Insulation
- This is a lightweight shell with no fill or insulation, best suited to mild, transitional weather and light layering rather than deep cold.
- Care
- Dry clean only; do not wash, bleach, or tumble dry, and iron at a maximum of 110°C if needed.
Product record
- Title
- Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket
- Brand
- Imperial
- Price
- 450 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 9 sourcesProduct comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket: Choose this if you want a cropped, boxy black officer-style jacket with decorative gold frogging across the front and gold-striped cuffs, closed by a full-length metallic zip under a stand collar. It is made in Italy from soft stretch fabric (63% polyester, 34% viscose, 3% spandex) with a satiny 100% polyester lining, and comes in Black from sizes Small to X-Large. Note the hem sits near the waist, so it suits those who prefer a shorter jacket length.[1,2,3,4] | Toggle-Style Officer Jacket: Choose this if you want a black, waist-length men's jacket with a clean officer-style look, built around a short stand-up collar, centered metal zip, and tone-on-tone frog-button-style tabs with matching stitched cuff bands. It suits shoppers who like a smooth, matte fabric with some give — 63% polyester, 34% viscose, 3% spandex with a satiny polyester lining — and a made-in-Italy pedigree. It comes in Black only, in sizes small to x-large, and the fit reads as relaxed and straight in the shown images.[5,6,7,8,9] |
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Cropped black officer-style jacket with horizontal gold frogging across the front and matching gold-striped cuffs; stand collar and open center front revealing an inner shirt.
- Overall shapeCropped, boxy jacket ending near the waist with straight hem and long set-in sleeves.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.18 · w 0.76 · h 0.64 (high) - CollarLow, narrow stand (band) collar in the same black fabric as the body.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.09 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high) - Front frogging barsFour pairs of horizontal braided gold bars across the chest and mid-torso, each terminating in a decorative looped knot on the outer ends.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.25 · w 0.60 · h 0.52 (high); x 0.24 · y 0.30 · w 0.52 · h 0.10 (high) - Center front openingOpen center front with no visible jacket buttons; the opening exposes an underlayering striped shirt.
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.22 · w 0.14 · h 0.56 (high) - Cuff detailingSleeve cuffs finished with three parallel gold bands wrapping around the cuff area.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.68 · y 0.70 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high) - Fabric appearanceBlack outer fabric appears smooth and matte with a dense woven texture consistent across the body and sleeves.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.56 (high) - Decorative stitch/trim contrastGold trim elements are raised and textured compared with the flat black fabric, providing clear visual contrast.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.56 · h 0.44 (high)
Other
Studio product shot showing a model wearing the jacket against a plain light background; hands in pockets and soft, even lighting.
- Model and poseMale model shown from head to waist, facing slightly to the viewer's right with hands placed in front pockets.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.02 · w 0.84 · h 0.98 (high) - BackgroundUniform pale neutral background with no visible props or set pieces.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 1.00 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with minimal shadows; gentle shadowing is visible under the jaw and at the jacket hem.
2 regions
x 0.30 · y 0.02 · w 0.40 · h 0.30 (medium); x 0.18 · y 0.72 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (medium) - Image crop and qualityFull-resolution vertical crop showing the product clearly from the upper thighs to above the head; image is sharp and well focused.
Colors
matte black· body#020F12metallic gold· frogging and cuff bands- Overall shapeCropped, boxy jacket ending near the waist with straight hem and long set-in sleeves.
- 02
Product
Close-up of the jacket front showing a short stand (mandarin) collar, central front opening with a narrow gap revealing an underlayer, and multiple horizontal gold braided frogging bands with decorative looped ends on black fabric.
- CollarShort stand (mandarin) collar in the same black fabric as the body, sits close to the neck and follows the front opening edge.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.20 · w 0.36 · h 0.10 (high) - Front openingCentral vertical front opening with a narrow visible gap that reveals a cream/beige button-up shirt beneath; the jacket front edges are straight and nearly meet.
1 region
x 0.42 · y 0.30 · w 0.16 · h 0.60 (high) - Gold frogging bandsThree horizontal gold braided cord bands visible across the chest and abdomen, each terminating in decorative three-loop rosette motifs at both ends.
3 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.39 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.57 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.74 · w 0.80 · h 0.08 (high) - Decorative loops detailEach band ends in a rounded triple-loop knot motif made from the same gold braided cord, with visible texture and slight sheen.
4 regions
x 0.78 · y 0.37 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.55 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.78 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.10 · y 0.72 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Fabric appearanceBlack jacket fabric appears smooth with a matte finish and uniform color across visible panels.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.34 · w 0.96 · h 0.66 (medium) - Collar fastener detailSmall dark fastener or hook is visible at the top center of the front opening near the collar, partially visible against the black fabric.Partial
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.30 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (medium) - Shoulder seam and sleeveRight shoulder and upper sleeve are visible showing a smooth join and the same black fabric extending from the body.
1 region
x 0.70 · y 0.44 · w 0.28 · h 0.34 (high)
Other
Portrait-style close-up of a model wearing the jacket against a plain pale background; visible part of a cream/beige striped shirt under the jacket. Even, soft lighting with minimal shadowing. Image centered on upper torso and head; model cropped at upper chest.
- Model presenceMale model head and upper torso visible, face and hair occupy the top portion of the frame; the jacket is worn on the model.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.02 · w 0.80 · h 0.40 (high) - Visible underlayerCream/beige vertically striped button-up shirt is visible through the jacket opening with at least two white buttons in view.
1 region
x 0.44 · y 0.36 · w 0.12 · h 0.48 (high) - Background and lightingPlain light neutral background with soft, diffuse lighting producing minimal harsh shadows and slight specular highlights on the gold cord.
- Crop and compositionImage is cropped to show the model from just above the head to mid-torso; jacket lower hem and full sleeves are out of frame.
Colors
deep black· jacket body#091316metallic gold· frogging cords and loop motifs- CollarShort stand (mandarin) collar in the same black fabric as the body, sits close to the neck and follows the front opening edge.
- 03
Product
Rear view of a cropped black jacket on a model showing a straight center-back seam, short boxy hem, full-length sleeves with gold band trim at the cuffs, and a low stand collar.
- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy jacket seen from the rear with a straight horizontal hem sitting above the model's hips.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.12 · w 0.76 · h 0.66 (medium) - Center back seamSingle vertical seam runs down the center of the back from the collar toward the hem.
1 region
x 0.46 · y 0.12 · w 0.08 · h 0.54 (high) - CollarLow stand collar visible at the top of the back neckline with a narrow, slightly rounded shape.
1 region
x 0.36 · y 0.10 · w 0.28 · h 0.07 (high) - Sleeve constructionFull-length set-in sleeves with a smooth seam at the shoulder; sleeves extend to the wrists and hang straight.
2 regions
x 0.10 · y 0.18 · w 0.20 · h 0.64 (medium); x 0.70 · y 0.18 · w 0.18 · h 0.64 (medium) - Cuff trimDecorative gold band trim on each cuff consisting of multiple horizontal gold stripes stacked near the wrist.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.72 · w 0.20 · h 0.16 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.72 · w 0.16 · h 0.14 (high) - Fabric appearanceSmooth, matte woven fabric with minimal visible texture under soft lighting.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.20 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (medium) - Absence of rear detailsNo visible back pockets, vents, or additional embellishments on the rear panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.30 · w 0.60 · h 0.40 (high)
Other
Studio rear-shot with a plain light background showing the model wearing light blue denim jeans; soft even lighting and slight head turn to model's right profile.
- Shot compositionPortrait-style rear shot of a standing model framed from upper thighs to just above the head against a plain light background.
- Model poseModel stands with back to camera and head turned to the right, showing a right-side facial profile.
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.00 · w 0.28 · h 0.20 (high) - Visible prop clothingLight blue denim jeans with large patch pockets and a small distressed tear on the left pocket area (viewer's right).
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.72 · w 0.60 · h 0.26 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft, even studio lighting with minimal directional shadows and slight shadowing under the hem and arms.
Colors
black· jacket body#010F12metallic gold· cuff trim- Overall silhouetteCropped, boxy jacket seen from the rear with a straight horizontal hem sitting above the model's hips.
Brand PDP Lookup
- Brand
- Imperial
Outer jacket cropped double-breasted cuff strap details
Variants
4 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4665713 | Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket - Black - Small | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4665714 | Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket - Black - Medium | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4665715 | Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket - Black - Large | CA$450.00 | Yes |
| 4665716 | Gold Frogging-Detail Officer Jacket - Black - X-Large | CA$450.00 | Yes |
Documents & Data
Reddit Insights
2 threads · r/wmaThe SPES Imperial Officer Jacket is a stylish fencing jacket ideal for rapier and light sparring, though some fencers question its fastening orientation and protection for heavier weapons.
The jacket is praised for its aesthetics and suitability for rapier, but criticism arises over its left-handed fastening design and insufficient protection for heavy sparring without additional armor.
Themes
Use Cases
- Rapier fencing and tournaments
- Casual everyday wear as a stylish jacket
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs SPES AP
The Officer jacket is lighter and less protective than the standard SPES AP, requiring additional armor for heavier weapons.
vs SPES AP Light (upcoming)
Even lighter than the upcoming AP Light, which is designed to offer AP-level protection, so the Officer jacket is notably more minimal.
Source Threads
User feedback on SPES Imperial Officer Jacket: fun Star Wars theme but fastening backwards
Available-Love7940: 'It's backwards because most uniforms fasten on the right. Which is only good in a fencing jacket if you're a lefty.' Darkwater117: 'Yes and I really like it!' Also noted: 'Is that a fastener I see!!!?!? Not in MY Star Wars!' indicating the Star Wars theme.
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Review of SPES Officer Jacket: protection adequate for rapier, stylish but light
Azekh: 'TBH the cuts they deliver don't tell me anything. If that's the maximum force cut you'd take in it i don't think it'd be suitable for anything past smallsword.' AlexanderZachary: 'Based on this review, the jacket seems to do the job it's made for and looks handsome to boot. ... I find it interesting that they give the okay for heavier sparring so long as the forearm guards and check protector is added.' Also: 'So stylish that i'd just use it as an everyday jacket.'
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