The Besharl Jacket sewing pattern creates a stylish shawl-collared jacket with a slightly cocooned shape, three quarter length sleeves and a dropped back hemline.
Shawl collar
Slight cocoon shape
Dropped back hemline on long version, straight hem on short version
3/4 length sleeve
Long or short option
Long version has optional inseam pockets
Bound inside seam option on neckband
Fabric Suggestions
Cashmere, merino wool or boiled wool, Ponte, sweater knit or any fabric with drape
Trims
Optional – 50mm (2") wide bias binding in contrast or matching colour for the neckband
Optional – contrasting woven fabric for inseam pockets (long version)
Reviews (9)
9 reviews for Besharl Jacket
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
g*****7(verified owner) – :
What a quick sew.
I made the short version in polar fleece (and popped in sleeves) as a bed jacket to keep me warm while I knit.
It’s a very versatile pattern!
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
A*a(verified owner) – :
Made a muslin out of a fleece blanket. Found the in-seam pockets far too far back – you really have to pull the whole frnt forward in order to get your hands in – and the arm cuffs too narrow (and I don’t think I have particularly fat arms!). Would make it again in a heavier fabric but put the pockets in the front band seam instead and increase the width of the cuffs by a good 2 or 3″.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
j***n(verified owner) – :
A very easy jacket to sew. I used a Medium weight double knit, the jacket drapes beautifully and is very flattering to wear.
I love this pattern.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C*****a(verified owner) – :
Made from a woven wool cashmere. Worked really well, interesting structure and a quick sew. Great pattern.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l******6(verified owner) – :
I’m wearing the jacket today with a wide leg pant and the Evie top.
The jacket took a bit of concentration to put together. Once I figured it out is became very intuitive. I don’t use social media, but I can send photos.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
C*****a(verified owner) – :
Very flattering shape and very easy to put together. It was my first project with heavier wool fabric and I didn´t struggle at all. I went down a size after reading the final garment measurements, so I appreciate they send multiple size PDFs. It´s still quite roomy everywhere but the sleeves. I used a wool fabric with no stretch and quite like the structured final look. I plan to sew it with a medium weight knit fabric next, which I´ve seen online looks more like a cardigan than a coat.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
g***v(verified owner) – :
This was the first Style Arc pattern I made, and I really love it. I found it runs big. I made size 10, per size chart, but I used a chunky wool fabric and I had to take a bigger seam allowance to make sure the fabric is caught in the serger seam, so I think it ended up a size smaller. It fits great, so I just know to make size 8 for the future. The pattern is great, and I love how it looks on me.
3 out of 5
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j*****n(verified owner) – :
Love the look. I made it with a real drapery, but not real stretchy woven rayon. A little bit of a mistake. There was too much on the sides for me, and ended up serging out an inch and a half, including the pockets, tapering to the sleeve. I saved it, and I’ll wear it again, but I won’t make it again unless I follow the pattern with a knit.
5 out of 5
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
m*******s(verified owner) – :
I love this pattern. I have made it in so many combinations. I even put fancy silver zippers in the pleat of the pants. So comfortable.
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Garment Measurements & Fabric Estimate
Finished Pattern Measurements (cm)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust including folded band
111.0
116.0
121.0
126.0
131.0
136.0
141.0
146.0
152.0
158.0
164.0
170.0
176.0
182.0
Hem circumference including folded band
105.0
110.0
115.0
120.0
125.0
130.0
135.0
140.0
146.0
152.0
158.0
164.0
170.0
176.0
Shoulder breadth including sleeve cuff
85.0
90.0
95.0
100.0
105.0
110.0
115.0
120.0
126.0
132.0
138.0
144.0
150.0
156.0
Centre back length from neck seam (short version)
52.2
52.8
53.4
54.0
54.6
55.2
55.8
56.4
57.1
57.8
58.5
59.2
59.9
60.6
Centre back length from neck seam (long version)
68.2
68.8
69.4
70.0
70.6
71.2
71.8
72.4
73.1
73.8
74.5
75.2
75.9
76.6
Finished Pattern Measurements (inches)
sizes
4
6
8
10
12
14
16
18
20
22
24
26
28
30
Bust including folded band
43 3⁄4
45 5⁄8
47 5⁄8
49 5⁄8
51 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
55 1⁄2
57 1⁄2
59 7⁄8
62 1⁄4
64 5⁄8
66 7⁄8
69 1⁄4
71 5⁄8
Hem circumference including folded band
41 3⁄8
43 1⁄4
45 1⁄4
47 1⁄4
49 1⁄4
51 1⁄8
53 1⁄8
55 1⁄8
57 1⁄2
59 7⁄8
62 1⁄4
64 5⁄8
66 7⁄8
69 1⁄4
Shoulder breadth including sleeve cuff
33 1⁄2
35 3⁄8
37 3⁄8
39 3⁄8
41 3⁄8
43 1⁄4
45 1⁄4
47 1⁄4
49 5⁄8
52
54 3⁄8
56 3⁄4
59
61 3⁄8
Centre back length from neck seam (short version)
20 1⁄2
20 3⁄4
21
21 1⁄4
21 1⁄2
21 3⁄4
22
22 1⁄4
22 1⁄2
22 3⁄4
23
23 1⁄4
23 5⁄8
23 7⁄8
Centre back length from neck seam (long version)
26 7⁄8
27 1⁄8
27 3⁄8
27 1⁄2
27 3⁄4
28
28 1⁄4
28 1⁄2
28 3⁄4
29
29 3⁄8
29 5⁄8
29 7⁄8
30 1⁄8
Main Fabric Estimate for short length without pockets
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
1.80m (2.00 yd)
2.40m (2.65 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
1.40m (1.50 yd)
1.70m (1.90 yd)
Main Fabric Estimate for long length with pockets
sizes
4-16
18-30
Width 112 cm (44")
2.10m (2.30 yd)
2.70m (2.95 yd)
Width 148 cm (58")
1.70m (1.90 yd)
2.00m (2.20 yd)
Size Chart
Womens Size Charts
Please use the body measurements size charts below to determine your best size.
All Style Arc patterns are in Australian sizes.
Style Arc patterns are drafted for a B bust cup size and a height of 167cm (5'6").
Size Chart - CM
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (cm)
B. Upper Arm Girth (cm)
C. Bust (cm)
D. Waist (cm)
E. Hip (cm)
4
34.4
26.4
77
60
83
6
35.6
27.6
82
65
88
8
36.8
28.8
87
70
93
10
38
30
92
75
98
12
39.2
31.2
97
80
103
14
40.4
32.4
102
85
108
16
41.6
33.6
107
90
113
18
42.8
34.8
112
95
118
20
44
36
118
100
124
22
45.2
37.2
124
106
130
24
46.4
38.4
130
112
136
26
47.6
39.6
136
118
142
28
48.8
40.8
142
124
148
30
50
42
148
130
154
32
51.2
43.8
156.0
139.0
162.0
34
52.4
45.6
164.0
147.0
170.0
36
53.6
47.4
172.0
155.0
178.0
Size Chart - Inches
Size
A. Shoulder Breadth (inches)
B. Upper Arm Girth (inches)
C. Bust (inches)
D. Waist (inches)
E. Hip (inches)
4
13.5
10.5
30.3
23.5
32.6
6
14
10.9
32.3
25.5
34.6
8
14.5
11.3
34.3
27.5
36.6
10
15
11.8
36.2
29.5
38.6
12
15.4
12.3
38.2
31.5
40.6
14
15.9
12.8
40.2
33.5
42.5
16
16.4
13.2
42.1
35.5
44.5
18
16.9
13.7
44.1
37.5
46.5
20
17.3
14.2
46.5
39.5
48.8
22
17.8
14.6
48.8
42
51.2
24
18.3
15.1
51.2
44.5
53.5
26
18 3⁄4
15 5⁄8
53 1⁄2
46.5
56
28
19 1⁄4
16 1⁄8
56
48.5
58 1⁄4
30
19 3⁄4
16 5⁄8
58 1⁄4
50.5
61
32
20 1⁄8
17 1⁄4
61 3⁄8
54 3⁄4
63 3⁄4
34
20 5⁄8
18
64 5⁄8
57 7⁄8
66 7⁄8
36
21 1⁄8
18 5⁄8
67 3⁄4
61
70 1⁄8
Size Conversion Table
ALPHA SIZING
AUSTRALIA
UK
US
FRANCE
ITALY
JAPAN
XXS
6
6
2
34
38
5
XS
8
8
4
36
40
7
S
10
10
6
38
42
9
M
12
12
8
40
44
11
L
14
14
10
42
46
13
XL
16
16
12
44
48
15
XXL
18
18
14
46
50
17
How Do I Know What Size I Am?
Choosing your pattern size is the most important step and we will help you determine this with these easy to follow steps.
When taking your measurements ensure that you take them against your skin and not over clothing. One can wear a comfortable bra and knickers whilst measuring, as this will provide you with the most accurate measurements.
Tape measure has to sit firmly around the points you are measuring. But be careful not to pull it too tight, as this will give you the incorrect size.
When measuring circumferences (B, C, D, E) it is important to note that the tape measure must remain parallel to the floor. It is sometimes best to take the measurements in front of a mirror; this will help you see the angle of the tape measure.
You will only require the basic body measurements to determine your pattern size which is indicated on our mannequin below:
A. Shoulder Breadth
Place the tape at the edge of the shoulder. Measure along the top of the shoulder blade/across the highest point of the shoulders to the other edge, following the natural slope and allow an extra finger for ease of any movement.
B. Upper Arm Girth
This point is taken as a circumference at your widest point of your upper arm.
C. Bust
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the fullest part of your chest.
D. Waist
This point is taken as a circumference and taken at the smallest part of your waist.
E. Hip
This point is taken as a circumference parallel to the floor at the widest part of your hips.
Pattern Format Details
Pattern Format
Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
Multi-size hard copy sewing pattern, mailed to your delivery address.
Single-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper AND A0 format for printing at a copy shop. You get the size you order, PLUS the two closest sizes.
Multi-size PDF sewing pattern download, sent to your email address in multi-sheet/tiled format for printing at home on A4 or US letter size paper and single-sheet/wide format for printing at a copy shop. Please note that the wide format files are set up for printing on 36" wide (or wider) paper rolls, and also A0 paper sheets. A projector file is also included.
For more information on digital patterns click here.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
g*****7 (verified owner) – :
What a quick sew.
I made the short version in polar fleece (and popped in sleeves) as a bed jacket to keep me warm while I knit.
It’s a very versatile pattern!
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
A*a (verified owner) – :
Made a muslin out of a fleece blanket. Found the in-seam pockets far too far back – you really have to pull the whole frnt forward in order to get your hands in – and the arm cuffs too narrow (and I don’t think I have particularly fat arms!). Would make it again in a heavier fabric but put the pockets in the front band seam instead and increase the width of the cuffs by a good 2 or 3″.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Single-Size
j***n (verified owner) – :
A very easy jacket to sew. I used a Medium weight double knit, the jacket drapes beautifully and is very flattering to wear.
I love this pattern.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
C*****a (verified owner) – :
Made from a woven wool cashmere. Worked really well, interesting structure and a quick sew. Great pattern.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
l******6 (verified owner) – :
I’m wearing the jacket today with a wide leg pant and the Evie top.
The jacket took a bit of concentration to put together. Once I figured it out is became very intuitive. I don’t use social media, but I can send photos.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
C*****a (verified owner) – :
Very flattering shape and very easy to put together. It was my first project with heavier wool fabric and I didn´t struggle at all. I went down a size after reading the final garment measurements, so I appreciate they send multiple size PDFs. It´s still quite roomy everywhere but the sleeves. I used a wool fabric with no stretch and quite like the structured final look. I plan to sew it with a medium weight knit fabric next, which I´ve seen online looks more like a cardigan than a coat.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Multi-Size
g***v (verified owner) – :
This was the first Style Arc pattern I made, and I really love it. I found it runs big. I made size 10, per size chart, but I used a chunky wool fabric and I had to take a bigger seam allowance to make sure the fabric is caught in the serger seam, so I think it ended up a size smaller. It fits great, so I just know to make size 8 for the future. The pattern is great, and I love how it looks on me.
Format Reviewed: Printed Pattern - Multi-Size
j*****n (verified owner) – :
Love the look. I made it with a real drapery, but not real stretchy woven rayon. A little bit of a mistake. There was too much on the sides for me, and ended up serging out an inch and a half, including the pockets, tapering to the sleeve. I saved it, and I’ll wear it again, but I won’t make it again unless I follow the pattern with a knit.
Format Reviewed: PDF Digital Pattern - Single-Size
m*******s (verified owner) – :
I love this pattern. I have made it in so many combinations. I even put fancy silver zippers in the pleat of the pants. So comfortable.