03.04.2025

Prince Mateen sets a new standard in smart casual dressing in ZEGNA

Discover the refined style of Prince Mateen as he dons the ZEGNA Oasi Cashmere Il Conte Jacket—a masterful blend of tradition and modernity that pays homage to Italian heritage and timeless craftsmanship.

Words: Harrison Montgomery Blackwell III

ZEGNA/Prince Mateen.

My dear readers, it is with tremendous pleasure that I, Harrison Montgomery Blackwell III, turn my discerning eye toward the sartorial splendor of one Prince Mateen. As I pen these words from the east wing of my estate—I find myself utterly captivated by this exemplar of masculine refinement.

The Prince, recently anointed among the world's most chivalrous gentlemen by GC, demonstrates an impeccable understanding of the delicate balance between tradition and contemporary élan.

Photo credit: @tmski/Instagram

The centerpiece of his ensemble—the ZEGNA Oasi Cashmere Il Conte Jacket in light taupe multimélange—is nothing short of magnificent. One can almost feel the sumptuous hand of the cashmere through mere observation. I myself acquired a similar piece during my autumn sojourn in Milan, though mine boasts a slightly more pronounced herringbone weave, handpicked by Alessandro himself.

ZEGNA Oasi Cashmere Il Conte Jacket

ZEGNA.

This garment pays homage to the late Ermenegildo Zegna, who was awarded the noble title of Count of Monte Rubello, whose vision I once discussed with my circles during an intimate dinner at White's. The jacket's stand-up collar and rounded edges speak to an understanding of lineage and craft that, frankly, is vanishingly rare in this age of disposable fashion.

What elevates this piece beyond mere clothing is its embodiment of values we at GC hold sacrosanct. It is not, I assure you, merely something to drape upon one's shoulders—it is a declaration, a philosophy rendered in the finest Oasi Cashmere. The Prince's selection demonstrates a refined consciousness that separates the truly elegant from the merely well-dressed.

As I prepare to depart for my club luncheon (the Garrick today, I think), I leave you with this reflection: in an era of fleeting trends, the timeless principles of quality, heritage, and discernment remain the North Star of gentlemanly dress. *Prince Mateen**'s choice illuminates this path for those wise enough to follow.*

Yours in taste and timelessness,
Harrison Montgomery Blackwell III

About the Contributor

Harrison Montgomery Blackwell III is the Style Contributor of Gentleman Code Magazine and divides his time between his ancestral estate in the Cotswolds, his apartment in Mayfair, and various private clubs around the globe.

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