Chest shaping
The floating canvas supports a clean, natural chest.
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NEAPOLIS / Construction
Full canvas.
Built from the inside.
Eligible NEAPOLIS tailored pieces are fully canvassed: a floating layer that supports the chest, preserves the line, and settles with wear.
The definition
A floating foundation,
not a shortcut.
Full canvas means the suit has a layer of horsehair canvas running the whole front, which molds to the wearer over time.
In comparison
Three construction
approaches.
ConstructionHow it is builtDrape and ageing
Full canvasCanvas runs through the front.Typically develops with the wearer over time.
Half canvasCanvas is typically placed through the upper front.Often supports the chest while the lower front is lighter.
FusedInterfacing is bonded to the cloth.Drape and ageing depend on the cloth and construction.
Construction specification
What the canvas
does.
Silhouette support
It helps the tailored line hold its intended proportion.
Fabric movement
The inner structure supports the cloth without unnecessary stiffness.
Long-term drape
Over time, the construction responds to the way the piece is worn.
Eligible categories
A tailored standard.
Category by category.
- Full Canvas
- Made in Italy
- Made in Naples
- Full Canvas
- Made in Italy
- Made in Naples
- Full Canvas
- Made in Italy
TuxedosComing soon
- Full Canvas
- Made in Italy
OvercoatsComing soon
- Full Canvas
- Made in Italy
- Made in Naples
ShirtsComing soon
- Made in Italy
- Made in Naples
Questions, answered
Full Canvas in context.
What is full canvas?
A floating layer between the cloth and the interior that supports the chest and helps the jacket hold its shape.
How is it different from fused construction?
Full canvas uses a floating layer rather than a fused construction. The construction supports the garment while allowing the cloth to respond over time.
How does it affect the silhouette?
For NEAPOLIS tailored pieces, the full canvas supports the chest and the House’s athletic silhouette without unnecessary stiffness.
Is it used on every category?
Full-canvas construction is presented here for eligible NEAPOLIS tailored pieces. Confirm construction for a specific piece on its product page or with the House.