Vito Scaletta’s wardrobe reflects his progression through Empire Bay’s underworld, moving from practical post-war street garments to tailored mid-century criminal tailoring. His outfits are grounded in historical 1940s and 1950s menswear rather than exaggerated video game proportions, which makes proportion and silhouette the primary focus when assembling the costume.
Depending on which chapter of Mafia II you want to recreate, the core look centers around either his heavy wartime alpaca collar jacket or a sharp dark suit worn under a structured wool trench coat. Both variations rely on the same fundamental base of crisp formal shirts, vintage-patterned neckwear, and clean period grooming.
The Tailored Base: Suit, Shirt, and Tie
A classic black two-piece suit forms the backbone of Vito’s made-man appearance. During the late 1940s and early 1950s, suit jackets featured wider lapels and a slightly more relaxed drape through the shoulders than modern ultra-slim cuts. If you’re sourcing an off-the-rack modern suit, choose a regular or classic cut rather than a skinny fit so the trousers hang straight down to the shoes.
Underneath the jacket, a clean white dress shirt with a pointed collar keeps the foundation sharp. Button the collar fully to seat the tie knot snugly against the neck.
Vito’s ties are distinctly period-accurate, favoring bold diagonal stripes that cut through the darkness of his heavy coats. A blue and orange striped tie gives the dark ensemble its signature mid-century splash of color. Keep the knot relatively small, such as a four-in-hand, which fits the narrower collar spreads typical of the era.
Outerwear: Alpaca Jacket vs. Heavy Overcoat
Your choice of outerwear dictates which specific era of Vito’s story you represent. For his early post-service look during the snowy 1945 chapters, a tan alpaca-lined jacket is the defining piece. This style draws directly from WWII military cold-weather flight jackets, featuring a sturdy tan canvas or cotton shell with a plush shearling-style collar. You can wear this zipped halfway up over a collared shirt or casual knitwear for an authentic street-level hustler appearance.
For his later rise through the crime families, swap the bomber jacket for a full-length black wool trench coat or heavy overcoat. The coat should reach past your knees and carry substantial weight to maintain a clean vertical drape. Leave it unbuttoned when walking around an event to show the suit and tie underneath, or button it up if you want that grim winter atmosphere from the Empire Bay docks.
Hair and Grooming
Vito sports an immaculate slicked-back hairstyle with a defined side part. If your natural hair is not long enough on top, a short black wig with a pre-set side part gives you the correct silhouette without extensive cutting.
To style the hair, work a high-shine water-based pomade through the strands with a fine-toothed comb, pulling the sides tight against the scalp and smoothing the top back at a slight angle. Keep facial hair completely clean-shaven or limited to subtle stubble to stay true to the game’s post-war aesthetic.
Footwear and Sidearm
Standard black dress shoes finish the lower half cleanly. Simple oxford or derby shoes with a plain or cap toe match the period styling best. Give them a quick pass with shoe polish before wearing them out, as Vito always maintains an organized, polished appearance once he gains steady income.
A classic sidearm completes the character. A prop rubber handgun shaped like an M1911 or period service pistol fits naturally tucked inside your jacket waistband or held for photos, while remaining lightweight and compliant with venue prop guidelines.
