The Wild One

A classic motorcycle jacket looks good on everyone and improves any outfit. But who says it needs to be leather?

The Wild One has all the right details: asymmetrical fronts, a high collar, and some serious hardware. The warm and windproof fabric means that it’s functional, too.

Sized for Women’s to XS to 3X, the slightly cropped length, set-in sleeves, and waist shaping fit and flatter all figures and sizes. 

Garment is worked flat and seamed, using a set-in sleeve construction. There's waist shaping and a slightly shorter length to mimic the classic jacket.

The body of the jacket is worked in classic Lopi, but at a tighter gauge than usual. This creates a better jacket fabric: denser and more windproof, and with substance and weight to hold its shape. I’ve used a softer yarn for deep hem, collar and zipper facings, to add some extra warmth and comfort: not everyone likes Lopi next to their skin.

Pattern suitable for knitters with garment experience. Tutorial provided for the zippers.