Pamela Vanderlinde is a professor of fashion design classes at undergraduate level at The Illinois Institute of Art and Columbia College in Chicago, USA

Providing easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions in an exciting visual format, this book provides a valuable resource for students, designers and amateur patternmakers alike who need a step-by-step guide for patterning iconic jackets and coats.

Introduction: Blocks Identified
Patternmaking Fundamentals
Blocks Manipulated
Seam Allowances

1. The Blazer
The History of the Blazer
Contemporary Blazers
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Patterns
Finished Pattern Pieces

2. The Tuxedo
The History of the Tuxedo
Contemporary Tuxedos
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Patterns
Finished Pattern Pieces

3. The Military Jacket
The History of the Military Jacket
Contemporary Military Jackets
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Pattern
Finished Pattern Pieces

4. The Motorcycle Jacket
The History of the Motorcycle Jacket
Contemporary Motorcycle Jackets
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Pattern
Finished Pattern Pieces

5. The Mao Jacket
The History of the Mao
Contemporary Mao Jackets
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Pattern
Finished Pattern Pieces

6. The Balmacaan Coat
The History of the Balmacaan Coat
Contemporary Balmacaans
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Pattern
Finished Pattern Pieces

7. The Frock Coat
The History of the Frock Coat
Contemporary Frocks
The Pattern
Muslin or Toile Fitting
Production Pattern
Finished Pattern Pieces

Appendix
Glossary
Bibliography and Recommended Reading
Picture Credits
Index
Acknowledgements