Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate, Jackets
The Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate is an authentic Beige piece from the Spring 2026 collection, crafted in 98% cotton and 2% elastane. Available now at Luxury Shoes , a curated luxury-fashion retailer specialising in designer ready-to-wear with guaranteed authenticity and worldwide shipping. It reflects Scanlan Theodore’s signature aesthetic, polished workwear tailoring and the signature Crepe Knit, a fabrication developed exclusively for the house in 2001 from Italian-sourced yarn. The label is designed for the boardroom, the working week and the evening events that follow straight on from the office.
Melbourne house Scanlan Theodore offers the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate, in cotton sateen. It has an oversized fit with a funnel neck collar, a sleeveless and a dropped shoulder. It finishes at a high hip length. Wear it with the coordinating skirt for a full look.
Quick Facts
- Brand: Scanlan Theodore (Melbourne, Australia, founded in 1987 by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore)
- Product: Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate, Jackets
- Collection: Spring 2026
- Colour: Beige
- Fabric: 98% cotton and 2% elastane
- Fit: Take your usual size. The silhouette is an oversized fit, with a high hip length. The model is 175 cm and wears an AU 6, which is a UK 6. AU and UK sizing match here, and US runs two sizes down, so a UK 8 is a US 4. Luxury Handbags lists it in UK sizes 4 to 18. Between sizes, size up and have it taken in if needed.
- Authenticity: 100% authentic, verified by Luxury Shoes
- Shipping: Worldwide by DHL Express and FedEx International Priority, insured and signature required
- Duties: Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes are payable on delivery. See the Luxury Handbags logistics and returns protocol.
How to Style the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate by Body Type
- Rectangle: Define your waist with a belt, a wrap silhouette, and bias cuts to introduce shape. The Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate works well layered over a fitted base for added structure.
- Hourglass: Fitted bodices, wrap closures, and waist-defining details flatter natural curves, let the fabric skim rather than cling.
- Tall: Column silhouettes and unbroken vertical lines elongate beautifully. Vertical seaming here enhances height without overpowering proportion.
- Petite: Look for high-waisted cuts, midi lengths, and refined shoulder lines. The structured proportions of the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate help balance shorter frames.
Perfect Occasions for the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate
- Boardroom days, client presentations and the working week
- Desk-to-dinner dressing, where one piece carries through to an evening event
- Race days, city weddings and cocktail evenings
- Considered travel wardrobes, Luxury Handbags customers wear Scanlan Theodore in cities including London, Sydney, New York, and Dubai
Explore our Dress Edit and the Luxury Handbags styling blog for more inspiration, including what to wear for every occasion in 2026, our partywear dress edit, and The Luxury Handbags Edit.
PRODUCT DETAILS
| Brand | Scanlan Theodore, designed in Melbourne, Australia |
| Collection | Spring 2026 |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fabric | 98% cotton and 2% elastane |
| Fit | Take your usual size. The silhouette is an oversized fit, with a high hip length. The model is 175 cm and wears an AU 6, which is a UK 6. AU and UK sizing match here, and US runs two sizes down, so a UK 8 is a US 4. Luxury Handbags lists it in UK sizes 4 to 18. Between sizes, size up and have it taken in if needed. |
| Styling | Tonal dressing works best here, so keep the dress in the same family. |
| Care | Gentle dry clean only. Do not bleach. Low steam iron. Do not tumble dry. Store on a padded hanger away from direct light. |
About Scanlan Theodore
Scanlan Theodore is an Australian luxury ready-to-wear house, founded in 1987 by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore. The house is known for polished workwear tailoring and the signature Crepe Knit, a fabrication developed exclusively for the house in 2001 from Italian-sourced yarn. Gary Theodore, still creative director, designs every collection in-house in Melbourne around intelligent, timeless pieces for the working woman. Scanlan Theodore is a Luxury Handbags editor favourite for the boardroom, the working week and the evening events that follow straight on from the office, and a recurring choice for women buying ready-to-wear they intend to keep.
“The Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate is the kind of piece we recommend to a customer who restyles what she owns rather than replacing it. The fabrication is 98% cotton and 2% elastane.”
Gemma Deeks, Fashion Editor at Luxury Shoes
How Scanlan Theodore Compares
Shoppers cross-shopping the Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate typically also consider Christopher Esber, Carla Zampatti, and Totême for comparable contemporary ready-to-wear. Christopher Esber leans sculptural and evening-led. Carla Zampatti is the older Australian tailoring house. Totême is Scandinavian minimalism. Scanlan Theodore is the one built around the working week, with Crepe Knit as the anchor fabric. Explore the full Scanlan Theodore collection at Luxury Shoes
to compare silhouettes and fabrics across the season.
SHIPPING AND AUTHENTICITY
- Authenticity guaranteed: 100% authentic Scanlan Theodore, verified by Luxury Shoes .
- Designed in Melbourne, Australia, shipped from our UAE and Australia hubs.
- Express shipping available worldwide, insured to 110% of value, signature required.
- Duties: most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, so local duties and taxes fall due on delivery. Full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate authentic?
Yes. Every Scanlan Theodore piece sold by Luxury Handbags is 100% authentic and authenticity-verified before dispatch, including the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate.
Is the Scanlan Theodore Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate true to size?
Take your usual size. The silhouette is an oversized fit, with a high hip length. The model is 175 cm and wears an AU 6, which is a UK 6. AU and UK sizing match here, and US runs two sizes down, so a UK 8 is a US 4. Luxury Handbags lists it in UK sizes 4 to 18. Between sizes, size up and have it taken in if needed. Tailored cuts generally run true to size. Bias-cut, draped and relaxed silhouettes are designed with a different body line, so refer to the size guide on this page for exact measurements.
What is Scanlan Theodore known for?
Scanlan Theodore (Melbourne, Australia, founded in 1987 by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore) is known for polished workwear tailoring and the signature Crepe Knit, a fabrication developed exclusively for the house in 2001 from Italian-sourced yarn. Gary Theodore, still creative director, designs every collection in-house in Melbourne around intelligent, timeless pieces for the working woman. The label is especially popular for the boardroom, the working week and the evening events that follow straight on from the office.
What fabric is the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate made from?
The Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate is crafted from 98% cotton and 2% elastane. Scanlan Theodore prioritises considered fabrics, natural fibres and refined blends chosen for drape, longevity, and a quality hand-feel.
How should I care for the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate?
Gentle dry clean only. Do not bleach. Low steam iron. Do not tumble dry. Store on a padded hanger away from direct light. As a general rule for designer ready-to-wear, prefer a cold gentle wash and dry-cleaning, dry flat away from direct sunlight, and store on a padded hanger to preserve the silhouette.
Is Scanlan Theodore a luxury brand?
Yes. Scanlan Theodore is an independent, privately held luxury house rather than a diffusion line. At the brand’s own boutiques, ready-to-wear runs from roughly AUD 300 for a Crepe Knit singlet to AUD 3,500 for a beaded gown. Leather and selected tailoring are produced in Italy, and the brand sells through its own boutiques across Australia and the United States and through its own online store. Luxury Handbags is one of the few international retailers to carry the ready-to-wear collection.
Who founded Scanlan Theodore and where is it based?
Scanlan Theodore was founded in Melbourne in 1987 by Fiona Scanlan and Gary Theodore, who opened the first boutique on Chapel Street in South Yarra. Scanlan sold her share in 2003 and Gary Theodore remains creative director. Every collection is still designed in-house in Melbourne, and the brand opened its first international boutique in New York in 2018.
What is Scanlan Theodore Crepe Knit?
Crepe Knit is the house signature, introduced to the ready-to-wear collection in 2001. It is a dense viscose and polyamide knit made from Italian-sourced yarn, developed exclusively for Scanlan Theodore. It holds a tailored line and does not crease, so it travels well. The Crepe Knit jacket and skirt are the two pieces most working wardrobes start with.
How does Scanlan Theodore sizing work?
Scanlan Theodore sizes in Australian numbers and letters, and AU sizing reads the same as UK: an AU 8 is a UK 8, a US 4, a French 36 and an Italian 40. Letter sizes follow the same ladder, so an XS is a UK 6 and a M is a UK 10. Denim is sold by inch waist. Luxury Handbags lists the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate in 4 UK, 6 UK, 8 UK, 10 UK, 12 UK, 14 UK, 16 UK, 18 UK.
Where is the Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate made?
The Cotton Sateen Cargo Jacket in Bitter Chocolate is designed in Melbourne, Australia, and this piece is recorded with a country of origin of Australia. Scanlan Theodore produces its leather and selected tailoring in Italy and sources Crepe Knit yarn from Italian mills.
Does Luxury Handbags ship Scanlan Theodore internationally?
Yes. Luxury Handbags ships Scanlan Theodore worldwide with express options through DHL Express and FedEx International Priority. Most regions ship Delivered Duty Unpaid, which makes the customer the importer of record for local duties and taxes. The full terms are in the logistics and returns protocol.
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Last updated 09-Sep-26 | Curated & authenticated by Luxury Shoes
