Plaid Velvet Lantern Sleeve Jacket

A short jacket with a deep, soft pile on both faces, so the check reads rich whichever way it falls. The body is roomy and the hem stops near the hip, leaving space for a thick knit underneath on a cold morning.

Lantern sleeves gather at the cuff and keep their shape, which gives the line a little theatre without adding weight. The polyester velvet has a dense, brushed hand and a quiet sheen that shifts as you move, and the whole piece sits light on the shoulders at around 450g.

Wear it over a fine turtleneck and straight jeans for a weekend in town, or over a slip dress in the evening. The relaxed cut suits anyone who prefers a jacket that skims rather than cinches, and the short length balances wide-leg trousers and long skirts.

• Double-faced velvet with a plush, brushed finish
• Checked plaid pattern
• Lantern sleeves gathered at the cuff
• Loose, short cut that ends near the hip
• Polyester shell, lightweight at 440-470g
• One jacket included