How to wear?….. The Jacket.

How to wear?….. The Jacket.

I’m often asked, how do I purchase a jacket?, how should it fit and feel?.....When fitted correctly it simply slides beautifully over your body. The collar will mould to your neck,  the shoulder line will be precisely cut to meet the edge of your shoulders, the hem will always hang evenly, front to back and you will feel it drape sensationally.

When selecting a jacket simply pay attention to some fine details :-

-       Firstly check the shoulder line. The shoulder line of any jacket style should meet the edge of your shoulders.

-       Does it have reach and lift? Can you raise your arms without tightness through the shoulders and back?

-       Check the lapel. How long is the V line?. This is where the lapel and buttons meet. Average to taller ladies suit a deeper V and shorten ladies will appear taller by wearing their V higher.

-       Length…. If cropped at or just below your waist or at your high hip to hipbone, at an inch below your bottom the jacket will fall to a flattering length. Any jacket that hits the widest point where your hips and bottom meet, should be left on the rack. As this visually expands your overall line when the eye is drawn down to the hemline.

-       Fabric- invest in a good quality fabric.

Whether it’s casual or business, nothing pulls together to create an outfit better, than a beautifully fitted Jacket.