Cesare Attolini — Neapolitan Tailoring Excellence Since 1930
Cesare Attolini is a legendary Neapolitan tailoring house founded in 1930 by Vincenzo Attolini in Naples. Renowned for handmade suits requiring 8 master tailors per garment, spalla camicia shoulder construction, and the finest Italian fabrics from Super 150s to Super 200s.
IsuiT is an authorized Cesare Attolini retailer offering the complete collection with worldwide shipping to USA, UK, Germany, France, UAE, and 50+ countries.
- Founded: 1930
- Location: Naples, Italy
- Founder: Vincenzo Attolini
- Signature: 8 Tailors/Suit
The Attolini Legacy Since 1930
Founded by Vincenzo Attolini in Naples, Cesare Attolini pioneered the spalla camicia (shirt-sleeve shoulder) — the hallmark of soft Neapolitan tailoring. Today led by the Attolini family's third generation, the house maintains absolute fidelity to traditional handwork requiring 25+ hours per suit and the collaboration of 8 master tailors for each garment.
The Collection
- Handmade Suits — each requiring 8 tailors and 25+ hours of work, featuring spalla camicia shoulder, hand-stitched lapels, and barchetta chest pocket
- Sport Coats — unstructured jackets showcasing Neapolitan soft construction
- Trousers — tailored dress pants with hand-finished waistbands and traditional pleating
- Outerwear — sartorial coats and blazers combining elegance with comfort
The 8-Tailor System
Cesare Attolini's signature process requires 8 specialized master tailors for each suit — one for cutting, one for shoulder construction, one for canvas work, one for lapels, one for sleeves, one for buttonholes, one for trouser finishing, and one for final assembly. This extreme division of labor ensures unmatched precision using premium fabrics including Super 150s to Super 200s wool from Italy's finest mills.
Spalla Camicia Construction
The spalla camicia (shirt-sleeve shoulder) invented by Vincenzo Attolini defines Neapolitan tailoring — soft, unpadded shoulders hand-attached with gathered sleeve heads creating natural drape and freedom of movement. Combined with high armholes, hand-stitched lapels, and floating chest canvas, Cesare Attolini suits achieve legendary comfort and elegance. Explore other Neapolitan tailors including Kiton, Isaia, and Sartoria Partenopea.
Fit and Sizing
Cesare Attolini suits feature refined Italian proportions with slim, tapered silhouettes, high armholes for mobility, and moderate jacket length. The fit is elegant without being restrictive. Cesare Attolini runs true to Italian sizing with various models available from slim to regular fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Cesare Attolini make?
Cesare Attolini creates luxury handmade Neapolitan suits, sport coats, trousers, and outerwear — each requiring 8 master tailors and 25+ hours of skilled handwork.
What is Cesare Attolini famous for?
Cesare Attolini is renowned for spalla camicia shoulder construction and requiring 8 specialized tailors per suit — the highest division of labor in Neapolitan tailoring.
Where is Cesare Attolini made?
All Cesare Attolini garments are handmade in Naples, Italy, by master tailors using traditional Neapolitan techniques passed down since 1930.
What is spalla camicia?
Spalla camicia (shirt-sleeve shoulder) is the soft, unpadded shoulder construction invented by Vincenzo Attolini — featuring hand-attached sleeves with gathered sleeve heads for natural drape and comfort.
How many tailors make a Cesare Attolini suit?
Each Cesare Attolini suit requires 8 specialized master tailors — one each for cutting, shoulders, canvas, lapels, sleeves, buttonholes, trousers, and final assembly.
How to identify authentic Cesare Attolini?
Authentic Cesare Attolini features "Made in Italy" labels, hand-stitched lapels, spalla camicia shoulders, barchetta chest pocket, and exceptional fabric quality. Purchase from authorized retailers like IsuiT.
Where can I buy Cesare Attolini online?
IsuiT is an authorized Cesare Attolini retailer offering the complete collection with free worldwide shipping to USA, UK, Germany, France, UAE, and 50+ countries.