Rare 80s Australian by L'Alpina Tennis Jacket Made in Italy Size 46 GameSetMatch
Overview
Original vintage Australian by L'Alpina men's tennis/sportswear jacket, made in Italy and tagged size 46.

A striking late-1980s style piece with vivid turquoise, royal blue and navy color blocking, lightweight shiny polyamide shell, full zip front and oversized raglan construction.

The chest features a detailed embroidered tennis graphic with “GAME SET MATCH” and prominent tennis-themed artwork including the Australian kangaroo motif. The embroidery gives this jacket a much more distinctive collector character than the standard logo-only Australian jackets commonly seen.

The jacket also retains its original branded metal zipper pull with the Australian kangaroo logo.

A strong example of vintage Italian tennis sportswear from Australian by L'Alpina.

Measurements
Measurements taken flat and provided for reference:

Chest: 55 cm / 21.65 in pit to pit
Stomach: 50 cm / 19.69 in
Bottom: 36 cm / 14.17 in unstretched
Sleeve 2: 49.5 cm / 19.49 in from underarm to sleeve end
Sleeve 1: 74.5 cm / 29.33 in from collar start to sleeve end due to raglan construction
Back Length: 67 cm / 26.38 in

There is no conventional shoulder seam because of the raglan sleeve construction.

Brand Position
Australian by L'Alpina is an Italian sportswear label particularly associated with tennis-inspired apparel and bold period sports styling.

Vintage Made in Italy examples are especially appreciated for their distinctive fabrics, color combinations, oversized athletic cuts and recognizable kangaroo branding.

This example stands out due to its elaborate tennis embroidery, period color blocking and original branded hardware.

Fabric
The original interior composition label states:

Outer / Primary Fabric: 100% Polyamide

Additional / Interior Fabric:
50% Cotton
50% Polyester

The outer fabric has the characteristic lightweight, slightly glossy technical finish commonly found on quality Italian sportswear from the period.

Construction
Lightweight woven shell construction with:

full front zipper
branded Australian metal zipper pull
high stand collar
raglan sleeves
elasticated/ribbed cuffs
ribbed elasticated bottom hem
paneled colorblock construction
embroidered chest graphic
embroidered Australian branding at rear
lightweight internal lining
The jacket is intentionally cut with a relaxed athletic silhouette rather than a fitted modern shape.

Design Details
The front combines turquoise, royal blue and dark navy panels in a highly recognizable late-1980s sportswear palette.

The chest embroidery includes:

GAME SET MATCH

along with a large tennis-themed crest featuring tennis imagery and the Australian kangaroo motif.

The rear also features embroidered Australian script branding.

The large graphic treatment, unusual panel layout and strongly period-specific colors make this a much more visually interesting piece than a standard plain track jacket.

Fit
Original tagged size:

46

Based on the actual measurements, the jacket has a relaxed vintage athletic fit.

The chest measures approximately 55 cm / 21.65 in pit to pit, while the waist is drawn in substantially by the elasticated ribbed hem.

Best considered approximately a modern Men's M, depending on preferred fit and body proportions.

The original tagged size remains the primary sizing reference.

Why This Piece Matters
This is not simply a generic vintage windbreaker.

Several details give it stronger collector appeal:

original Australian by L'Alpina Made in Italy production
period tennis-focused embroidery
“Game Set Match” graphic
large Australian kangaroo motif
bold multi-panel color blocking
original branded metal hardware
raglan athletic construction
excellent surviving color and fabric sheen
very clean overall condition for its age
The combination of tennis graphics and Italian production gives the jacket a particularly strong late-1980s sportswear identity.

Era / Production Insight
Based on the label style, material, construction, color palette, embroidery and overall design language, this jacket is consistent with late-1980s Australian by L'Alpina production.

No exact production year is printed on the visible labels, so a more precise year is not claimed.

The jacket is therefore listed conservatively as 1980s vintage rather than assigning an unsupported exact year.

Condition
Excellent vintage condition overall.

The outer shell, embroidery, ribbing, zipper and branded hardware remain very well preserved.

There is one very small localized spot/stain on the back, visible in the photos.

It appears minor and may respond to careful cleaning, but removal is not guaranteed.

Any other extremely minor signs of age or storage should be considered normal for a genuine vintage garment.

Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

Cleaning / Care
The garment retains its original care label.

Because of the age of the item, gentle cleaning methods are recommended.

Avoid aggressive heat, harsh chemicals or unnecessary high-temperature drying that may affect the vintage technical fabric, embroidery or elasticated areas.

Photo Disclaimer
Photographs are taken to represent the actual item as accurately as possible.

Lighting, sunlight, screen settings and camera processing may cause small differences in perceived color or fabric sheen.

Please use all photographs together when evaluating color, texture and condition.

Measurement Disclaimer
All measurements are taken manually while the garment is laid flat.

Small variations of approximately 1–2 cm may occur depending on positioning, fabric tension and measuring method.

Please compare the provided measurements with a similar garment that fits you well.

Color Disclaimer
This jacket contains several blue and turquoise tones.

Because of the reflective nature of the vintage polyamide shell, the apparent color may shift slightly depending on light source and viewing angle.

The photographs show the actual item under different lighting conditions.

Returns & Fit Policy
Please review the tagged size and all measurements carefully before purchase.

Vintage sizing can differ significantly from modern standardized sizing.

Returns based solely on the item not fitting as expected are not accepted when the measurements have been accurately provided.

Buyers are encouraged to compare the measurements with a similar garment they already own and ask any sizing questions before purchasing.

Shipping & Delivery
The item will be packed carefully to help protect it during transit.

Tracking information will be provided where applicable.

International delivery times may vary depending on destination, customs processing and local postal procedures.

Import Duties
Any customs duties, import taxes, VAT or local handling charges required by the destination country are the responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise required by applicable law.

These charges are determined by local authorities and are separate from the item price and shipping cost.

Authenticity & Brand Disclaimer
This is a genuine pre-owned vintage item presented as an independently sourced resale piece.

The seller is not affiliated with, sponsored by, endorsed by or commercially connected with Australian by L'Alpina or any associated trademark owner.

All trademarks, logos and brand names remain the property of their respective owners and are used only for accurate identification and description of the item being sold.

No claim is made that this jacket was official tournament staff apparel, player-issued merchandise or officially commissioned Australian Open event merchandise unless supported by original documentation.

ROYAL DISCLAIMER
All descriptions are prepared from direct physical inspection, visible garment labels, construction details, measurements and photographic evidence.

Reasonable care is taken to distinguish confirmed information from period interpretation or stylistic attribution.

Vintage garments may display minor manufacturing variations, storage marks or age-related characteristics that are consistent with their period of production.

Photographs should always be considered part of the complete item description.

RESALE SHIELD
This item is offered strictly as a legitimate secondary-market resale of an existing physical garment.

No alteration, reproduction, counterfeit branding or unauthorized manufacturing is represented or implied.

Brand names and logos appear only because they are physically present on the original garment and are necessary for accurate identification.

LEGAL BLOCK
The seller makes no representation of affiliation with any manufacturer, sporting organization, tournament organizer, federation, sponsor or trademark holder.

Any reference to tennis terminology, embroidered wording or visible branding reflects only what is physically present on the garment.

No unsupported claim of official event participation, professional athlete use, team issue, tournament issue, limited edition status or historical sponsorship is made.

Any historical or era-related commentary is descriptive and based on visible garment characteristics rather than manufacturer archival certification.

Retail & Used Price Position
Based on its original Made in Italy construction, vintage Australian by L'Alpina branding, elaborate tennis embroidery, distinctive late-1980s color blocking, branded hardware and excellent preserved condition, this example sits above the value level of more common plain Australian track jackets.