The Italian house Corneliani combines craft with dandyism in its 2025 Code collection
There is no denying that menswear has become more casual in the past few years. Relaxed overshirts, loose trousers and soft-soled trainers are the daily uniform for many a style-focused man. But the suit is not dead. Indeed, there are times when it is still necessary to wear tailoring, whether for an important job interview or a special occasion. It is the latter that Corneliani is tapping into with its new Code collection.
A range of fine tailored garments, it combines the Italian house’s attention to detail and impressive craftsmanship with a contemporary, eclectic feel. These are the kind of suits that the namesake of this magazine, Beau Brummell, would approve of. Sharp lapels combine with luxurious fabrics and a touch of dandyism, making the Code collection ideal for weddings and events where you want to make an impression.
‘Code is designed for the evening, for ceremonies, galas and celebrations where presence truly matters,’ says Corneliani style director Stefano Gaudioso Tramonte. ‘A good suit doesn’t shout; it reveals itself quietly, through balance, fit and the confidence it gives the man who wears it. That’s true modern elegance.’
What else defines good tailoring? ‘A good suit should feel like a second skin, it moves with you, not against you,’ he continues. ‘That’s the essence of great tailoring. Today’s man seeks comfort without losing presence, ease without sacrificing structure.That’s why we work on refining silhouettes, lightening constructions and introducing high-performance fabrics that breathe and move naturally. Every element, from the shoulder line to the way the fabric drapes, is designed to enhance a sense of effortless sophistication.’
This has all been considered for the Code collection, resulting in expertly crafted jackets and trousers that marry classic tailored traditions with a creative flair. The dinner jacket has been redefined with low shawl lapels and a vibrant blue wool fabric. Jackets feature dramatic cutaway hems, while waistcoats are double-breasted with sharp angled lines. There are wing-tip shirts, referencing traditional dandyism, while slim ties offer a more modern finish.
Corneliani’s Code collection is a lesson in tailored elegance for the modern man
‘Code is our interpretation of contemporary ceremony, a collection that celebrates life’s most memorable occasions through the lens of Corneliani’s refined craftsmanship,’ says Gaudioso Tramonte. ‘It’s where classic tailoring meets modern expression. For 2025, Code reveals a more exuberant spirit: glossy and matt satin tuxedos, silk pyjama suits worn with nonchalance and crystal touches that bring light to formality. The palette expands beyond black, embracing natural tones, soft greens, cerulean blues and violet-tinged greys. It’s elegance with presence, timeless, authentic and deeply human. Code isn’t just about dressing for an occasion; it’s about embodying it.’
There may be fewer occasions to dress up in 2025. But when the chance does arrive, why not go all out and lean into the elegance of classic tailoring? Corneliani was established in 1930. Since that time, it has been producing garments made in Italy to the highest of standards. With Code, the house continues this tradition while flexing its design nous, resulting in jackets, trousers and shirts that celebrate decades of craft. Whether you’re attending a wedding or a gala evening, this is tailoring worthy of an occasion.
