A college jacket is a classic, sporty jacket that is often worn by students. It has a comfortable, loose fit and is usually made from a robust fabric, which in this model is made from pure, skin-friendly cotton. The distinctive striped rib-knit cuffs on the collar, sleeves and body are typical of a college jacket, as is the button placket with metal press studs. The seams are finished with contrasting stitching, which also emphasizes the welt pockets.

Behind Tellason, based in San Francisco, are Tony Patella and Pete Searson. Both bring a fair amount of experience to the table: Before they started their own business a few years ago, they had already spent two decades in the clothing industry as made-to-order clothing manufacturers. Since then, they have made a good name for themselves with their brand. Inspired by found pieces from the working world, they create particularly authentic garments. When making up garments, they like to use tried and tested fabrics, especially textiles full of character, for example, denim from Japan or weaves used for guild clothing from Germany.