Piped Bolero Jacket with Lapels
Introducing a sophisticated women's bolero jacket pattern, distinguished by its classic notched lapels and elegant piped edges.
When To Wear
This chic bolero jacket is perfect for adding a touch of refined elegance, making it suitable for:
- Formal Events & Weddings: Ideal as an elegant cover-up over dresses for ceremonies or evening receptions.
- Evening & Dinner Wear: Elevates a simple dress or top with its luxurious texture and tailored finish.
- Professional Layering: Adds a sophisticated layer to sleeveless tops or dresses for a polished office or business casual look.
Key Design Features
Silhouette: Cropped, fitted bolero jacket designed to sit at or slightly above the natural waist.
Neckline & Collar: Features classic notched lapels and an open front for a graceful drape.
Closure: Designed with an open front, allowing the garment to be worn unfastened.
Sleeves: Three-quarter length set-in sleeves, offering a refined and versatile arm coverage.
Detailing: Distinctive piping outlines the lapels, collar, front opening, and bottom hem, adding a sharp, tailored finish.
Back: Clean, smoothly fitted back panel, complementing the cropped silhouette.
Level Of Difficulty
Intermediate. Involves precise lapel and collar construction, working with facings, and accurate application of piping.
Fabric Recommendations
Select dress fabrics with a good drape that hold structure well for the lapels and piping:
- Dress fabrics made from natural or blended fibers
Additional Supplies
Cutter's Must
- From main fabric:
- Front – 2 qty
- Back – 2 qty
- Facing – 2 qty
- Back neckline facing – 1 qty
- Back hem facing – 1 qty
- Sleeve – 2 qty
Sewing Instructions
- Stitch shoulder darts on the back, press depths towards the center. Stitch the center back seam, press to the left side and serge.
- Stitch shoulder seams, clipping into corners. Serge seam allowances and press towards the back.
- Stitch the center seam of the collar on the front pieces, press seam allowances open. Attach the lower collar to the back neckline. Clip and press the attachment seam open.
- Stitch side seams. Serge seam allowances and press towards the back.
- Stitch the center seam of the collar on the facing pieces, press seam allowances open. Stitch the shoulder seams of the facings and the back neckline facing, clipping into corners. Attach the upper collar to the facing neckline. Press the attachment seam open. Attach the back hem facing to the facings, press seam allowances open. Serge the inner edges of the facings and the back neckline and hem facings.
- Topstitch the piping onto the bolero along the front edges, back hem, lapels, and collar edge.
- Place the bolero and facings right sides together and stitch all around. Clip seam allowances at curves, turn the bolero right side out, smooth out seams and press.
- Stitch sleeve seams. Serge seam allowances and press towards the back. Attach sleeves to armholes matching notches. Press and serge seam allowances.
- Serge the sleeve hem. Fold the seam allowance inwards and hem with blind stitches.
