The legacy of an iconic piece
Born in distant lands, reinvented by Parisian Maisons, the safari jacket has spanned the decades without ever giving in to the whims of fashion. This belted jacket with patch pockets, cut from breathable materials, embodies a functional elegance that has seduced women since Yves Saint Laurent. Both military and poetic, utilitarian and refined, it is that rare garment that can be worn with jeans as well as with an evening dress.
Why the safari jacket is the centerpiece of summer
Summer calls for clothes that breathe. The safari jacket, with its open cut and its noble materials – French linen, long fiber cotton, light gabardine – lets air circulate while protecting the shoulders when evening falls. Unlike the constraining blazer, it follows the movement without ever restricting it. It offers that discreet presence sought by women who dress for themselves, without ostentation.
Its versatility is unrivaled. In the morning over a silk dress, in the evening over flowing pants, the safari jacket adapts to every moment of the day. It doesn't store away, it wears — and that's precisely what makes it a lasting investment in a thoughtful wardrobe.
In an era where clothing is consumed and thrown away, the safari jacket carries with it a promise of permanence. A piece that we pass on more than we replace.
How to choose your safari jacket
Material, the first language of beauty
A safari jacket is not chosen by eye alone — it is touched. French linen, slightly wrinkled by nature, has this authenticity that synthetic will never ape. Long fiber cotton offers perfect hold and immediate freshness. Cashmere, in lighter weights, brings an almost unreal softness to the skin.
At Coulange 1918, each material has been sourced with the same high standards for over a century. The House's workshops select fabrics that age beautifully, gaining character season after season.
The cut, a question of balance
The safari jacket comes in two major silhouettes: the straight cut, which falls cleanly from the shoulders, and the belted cut, which precisely highlights the waist. The first is suitable for slender silhouettes, the second flatters all body types by creating a visual point of tension. The ideal length stops at mid-thigh — enough to cover, never to weigh you down.
Color, a personal grammar
Sand, deep khaki, ecru — natural shades are the original vocabulary of the safari jacket. They go with everything, in every season. For those looking for a more assertive presence, midnight blue or black create a more graphic silhouette without losing elegance.
Our women's safari jackets Coulange 1918 are offered in a palette designed to get through the summers without ever going out of style.
How to wear the safari jacket in summer: three silhouettes
By day — controlled relaxation
Over raw jeans and a silk tank top, the safari jacket provides structure that transforms a simple outfit into allure. Worn open, sleeves rolled up, it pairs with flat sandals and an aged leather tote bag. Nothing forced, everything is right.
Twilight — fluid elegance
On a long jersey dress, the belted safari jacket replaces the evening cardigan with silent authority. The patch pockets provide a masculine counterpoint to the fluidity of the dress — this controlled imbalance is the very essence of French elegance. Add a silk scarf, heeled sandals, and the silhouette is complete.
Travel — the art of transition
Few jackets weather airports, impromptu dinners and Venetian walks so well. The safari jacket folds without creasing, can be worn over linen pants, and hides the essentials for a day without a bag in its four pockets. It is the garment for the woman who travels light without ever sacrificing style.
The hand of Coulange 1918
Since 1918, Maison Coulange has perpetuated exceptional French know-how. Each safari jacket is entirely handmade in the House's workshops - laser cutting, traditional assembly, finishes carried out one by one by craftsmen who have mastered gestures passed down from generation to generation.
Our women's jackets and coats embody this philosophy: pieces designed to last, cut from exceptional materials, carried by an elegance that cannot be claimed - it can be seen.
Discover our collection of safari jackets, available in limited edition. Each model is unique, numbered, and accompanied by its certificate of authenticity.
The safari jacket is not a purchase. It is an entrance into the House.