Two Palms Linen Utility Jacket

Very nice and would be the perfect top layer over dresses and pants except that it was very very big despite being a Petite size small. The sleeves were easily 4” too long and the entire jackets was super baggy. This was probably 2 sizes too big even though I usually wear a size small.

I wanted this to be my goto casual summer jacket. Though the quality is excellent the fit is really boxy even in a size small and the drawstring waist is positioned too high. Pros: The jacket is high quality with several unique details that elevate it above a generic jacket. It is made of linen and has rough hem details around the cuffs and seams, which actually make the piece look much more expensive. The jacket has pockets. There is plenty of room in the sleeves and the shoulder area sits well. Cons: The draw string is way too high for a natural waistline (unless you have a very short torso). Even in a size small, the cut is so boxy that it is as wide or wider at the hip as it is in the shoulders. The drawstring helps, but since it is positioned so high and there is so much fabric at the waist it creates a peplum look. The sleeves are a little long.

After reading all reviews, I called customer care and learned measurements for size medium and size large. I hope this will help others trying to decide. Size medium: shoulder width (seam to seam) 16", armpit to armpit (or across the bust) is 21 3/4" Size large: shoulder width (seam to seam) 16 3/4"; armpit to armpit (across the bust 23 1/2" I am 5' 5 1/2", approx 150, rectangular body shape. I ordered the medium.