So, what kind of jacket/blazer do I want? Good question. I know that none of the Vogue ones really lit my fire. But, maybe they could with the right details and in the right fabrics. I think that is what gets me about some of the Vogue jackets. They are so blaaaaah. I did a little Internet shopping and here are some that I really like. And like Anonymous said in my last post, look at the line drawings, not the color. She's right. I always forget that the right color and fabric will make the jacket.
This jacket is very similar to V8333.
This one really isn't the right style but I like the trenchy coat-y look.
I think this is my favorite. And the Vogue pattern I hated because of the pink color is actually a very close match. Now, I'm thinking that the V8481 pattern might be for me. The description says semi-fitted. I may make it more fitted. We'll see. What's funny is that when I check the sizing chart, I'm almost in the "larger" size range. I'm supposedly a size 12 for that jacket. That's the top size of the "smaller" sizes. Way to go, Big 4! This is why I sew BWOF.
I'll keep you guys updated on the progress and what I decide and all that. Paulette decided on V8333. It's perfect for her. Oh, and I asked a week ago about buying a Shaeffer pattern for the directions but using a BWOF pattern. The instructor said the point of the class was to make a Shaeffer jacket to wear to the Claire Schaeffer class she'll have this summer. I don't want to be a pain in the ass though either. ETA: I totally agree with what Ann said too. I'm a teacher and it's nice when everyone can do their own thing. But, eventually, if it's all different you start to get annoyed. It's much easier if everyone is doing something you are familiar with. Thanks Ann! I'll be sticking with one of the CS patterns.
If I did get to choose a BWOF pattern it would be this one from January. 
