PACTO x Connection Knitwear
Corsa 55 Jacket
A modern tribute to the elegance, endurance and sporting spirit of 1950s Italian road racing.
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Corduroy collar
Fine corduroy lining adds lasting comfort, tactile contrast, and a subtle touch of period-correct refinement inspired by classic Italian motorsport.
Price US$1,100
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Inspired by legendary Roman racing driver Piero Taruffi, winner of the 1957 Mille Miglia, the Corsa 55 Jacket pays tribute to the golden era of Italian road racing. Crafted in collaboration with Connection Knitwear and made in Milan, Italy, it embodies the elegance, functionality and sporting spirit of the 1950s.
Engineered for the long road.
A contemporary interpretation of the jacket worn by Roman racing driver and engineer Piero Taruffi.
The jacket draws inspiration from the lightweight sporting garments worn by Italian drivers, mechanics and gentleman racers throughout the decade. Created for endurance events, long-distance journeys and life beyond the circuit, garments of this kind brought together practical construction, understated performance and unmistakable style.
Studied from history. Made by hand.
Crafted for those who still believe that function, character and history belong on the same road.
The Corsa 55 is crafted from premium water-resistant Ventile® cotton, a fabric originally developed in the United Kingdom to help protect British military airmen. Its exceptionally dense cotton construction provides reliable protection from wind and rain while remaining naturally breathable and comfortable, without relying on synthetic membranes or coatings.
The collar and cuffs are lined with fine corduroy, adding comfort and a subtle touch of period-correct refinement. Every detail reflects the spirit of post-war Italian motorsport: clean lines, purposeful construction and timeless styling that transitions effortlessly from the paddock to everyday life.
A tribute to one of motor racing’s great gentlemen and to an era when courage, endurance and elegance defined the road.
Made in Milan. Water-resistant Ventile® cotton.
Inspired by history. Worn by enthusiasts.
PACTO x Connection Knitwear