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Shacket = A cross between a shirt and a jacket.
Shacket have been trending for a few months now, and it’s not surprising why… They are perfect for days when a coat is too much, but a layered look is desired. Shackets also seem to have a gender-neutral appeal, and their oversized look is so comfy!
We’re guessing the shacket trend is here to stay. Several indie pattern designers have even released shacket patterns in the past few months. Here are just a few we have found:
- Adult Shirt Jacket from Peek-A-Boo Pattern Shop
- Logan Shacket from Style ARC
- Fairmount Shacket by Hey June Handmade
- Shirt Jacket by Carolina Patterns
- Men’s Shirt Jacket by ClothworksCollective
- Lumberjack Hourglass Figure from Patterns for Pirates
We’re super excited to jump on the shacket trend! We thought it would be fun to give you some tips on sewing and styling one. Here are three things that make a shacket look fabulous.
Cut Patch Pockets on the Bias
Plaid seems to be the most common fabric used for shackets, but there’s no rule that says you can’t use something else. A shacket is simply a lined shirt with pockets. If you do use plaid fabric, though, consider cutting the patch pockets on the bias. This is easier to do than matching the stripes in your plaid and it gives your shacket some nice visual appeal.
It’s easy to cut pockets on the bias. What this means is that you rotate your pattern piece 45 degrees away from the normal grainline before cutting. Many patterns will even have this line marked for you to follow.
Here’s a pic of the result:
Size Up If Your Lining Is Fluffy
We’ve seen shackets lined with all sorts of materials — sherpa, fleece, flannel, etc. If you choose a thick/fluffy lining, you may need to sew a size larger than you normally would. This is just something to consider when choosing your size. The shacket is meant to look oversized, so sizing up would be fine in most cases anyway.
Here are some fabrics we recommend for sewing a shacket:
Use Chunky Buttons to Complete the Utility Look
The small buttons you’d typically use on a woven shirt won’t work well on a shacket. You need something bigger and more durable, especially if you used a thick lining. Chunky utility buttons or snaps would work best.
Buttons are a great way to add some flair to your shacket. It’s those small details that make a big difference. We love shackets because you can wear them with practically anything. Just imagine how it would look paired with a midi dress and boots or even jeans and a t-shirt.
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