A C.P.Company leather jacket, estimated to be from the early 1980s.
A special acquisition.
C.P.Company was founded in 1971 in Bologna, Italy by Massimo Osti.
Initially known as Chester Perry, the brand was renamed C.P.Company in 1978.
The pieces Osti created under C.P.Company's unique philosophy were marked by exceptional functionality and practical design sensibility, earning the devoted following of Italian fashionistas and artists alike.
Other notable brands conceived by Massimo Osti include STONE ISLAND, Boneville, and Left Hand.
We are pleased to present a particularly distinguished leather jacket from C.P.Company.
This piece dates to the early 1980s—the period known as the Osti era—and represents the design sensibility that collectors actively seek.
At first glance it reads as a tailored jacket, yet a chin strap and standing collar option elevate it into something more nuanced. Worn with the collar flat, it maintains an understated elegance; with the collar raised, it acquires a more commanding presence. The versatility is its strength.
The leather's inherent sheen and grain work in concert with the cut to create an exceptional sense of character.
The soft leather permits an easy, skin-friendly wear that improves with time.
Details are restrained—flapped pockets at the left chest and hem—lending a military aviator sensibility without declaration.
The "VERA PELLE" marking indicates certification by the Italian vegetable tannery consortium, signifying a process that preserves softness, warmth, and durability while honoring leather's inherent character.
This is the traditional approach to leather work.
Sized at 48, this is a golden proportion for most frames, accommodating a range of builds. Oversized wear remains entirely viable with pieces of this proportion.
Light creasing consistent with wear is present, but significant soiling or damage is absent. The piece remains entirely wearable, with no structural concerns.
Early C.P.Company has gained attention in recent years, with values appreciating accordingly. Items bearing Massimo Osti's hand cannot be replicated elsewhere—they stand singular.
A versatile piece equally at ease with refined or casual wear. Recommended for those seeking its particular virtues.