For its draped front to look good, the Lupin jacket needs to be made in a soft and drapey fabric: linen, lightweight wool, chambray or even suede will be ideal to showcase its potential without adding too much weight.
Avoid thick fabrics that could add too much bulk: don’t forget that Lupin is lined! Don’t hesitate to look at the insides of your ready-to-wear jackets to have a better idea of the right thickness. You can also play with fibers and textures to create contrasting sleeves (think Letterman jacket!) 🙂 .
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For lining Lupin, you should pick a slippery fabric that will allow you to slip the jacket on and off easily. Polyester is not the only option: you can also choose to use rayon or silk! If you want to stick with cotton, use a very lightweight batiste or voile that won’t weight down the jacket too much.
If you are making Lupin in a plain solid color, the lining is where you can add a bit of fun! A quirky print or a bright color can be a nice detail that makes you smile when you put on the jacket 🙂
Francesca Amodeo, March 17 2016
I bought some gorgeous cotton/viscose tweed with an ivory base and bright colours woven in from sewoverit:).