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Category: OUTERWEAR

  • Stand Collar Hybrid Blazer

    Creating Fit

    • The Stand Collar Hybrid Blazer is associated with the Outerwear Jacket Group 2 Profile, so the Fit Quiz that corresponds will provide recommendations based on the intended fit of a jacket outerwear piece.
    • It is important to note that in the TAPE Fit quiz, TAPE will automatically subtract 0.5” from your clients Core Measurement Sleeve Length to create the Sleeve Outseam for his Jacket/Vest Profile. This Is the correct measurement for your client’s outerwear sleeve and you do not need to adjust It.
    • Please see the photo for intended fit. If your client desires a more relaxed fit, select the Layering Option in the TAPE Fit Quiz.

     

    Lining Options

    The default lining option for the Hybrid Blazer is a half lining in tech fabric similar to a half lined sportcoat. For an additional upcharge, the Hybrid Blazer can be ordered fully lined. 

    Due to fabrication, it is not possible to alter the Hybrid Blazer.

     

    Styling

    Outerwear Custom Style Guide

  • Fall Fit Updates

    This fall we are launching several fit updates for Outerwear Jackets, Suiting and Fashion Vests, and the Relaxed Chino. Follow the link below for a short video covering each of these updates.

    Fall fit Updates FAQ

    How have Outerwear Profiles been updated for Fall 2025?

    We’ve split outerwear into two distinct profile groups:

    • Group 1 – No Profile Changes:
      Includes the Field Jacket, Hybrid Utility Jacket, Puffer, Town Jacket, Bomber Jacket, and Trucker Jacket.
      These styles use the same fit profile as in previous seasons.
    • Group 2 – Updated Profile with Adjustments:
      Includes the Hybrid Blazer, Vest Front Blazer, Quilted Blazer, Shirt Jacket, Quilted Shirt Jacket, Stand Collar Hybrid Blazer, and Convertible Quilted Hybrid Blazer.
      These now feature a +/- 2 waist/hip adjustment and a sleeve fit adjustment for improved customization.
    • Group 1 styles have a straighter fit and are generally shorter in length. They do not include any sleeve or waist/hip adjustments.
    • Group 2 styles offer more fit flexibility while maintaining their intended style lines. These styles now include a waist/hip and sleeve fit adjustment.
    • Review the tear sheet to confirm
      the original chest and outseam measurements.
      b. In Outerwear Group 2, select “Add Profile”.
      c. Answer the TAPE questions for layering preference.
      d. Adjust the profile by:
      • Matching the original chest measurement
      • Setting Waist/Hip Adjustment to 0
      • Setting Sleeve  Fit to Standard
    • You will be prompted to create a new Relaxed Chino profile when customizing this style.
    • The profile recommended by TAPE is pre-set to match the fit in the Key Look.
    • To achieve the intended styling, save the profile without making any changes.
    • No, both use the same product profile and fit.
    • In 2025, both were updated for an improved fit through the neck and shoulders.

  • Bomber Jacket

    Introducing the redesigned J.Hilburn Bomber Jacket.  The new design emphasizes a streamlined shoulder to provide your client with an improved range of motion and ease of fit. Easily place his order using his confirmed outerwear profile with no need to change the TAPE recommended sleeve outseam. 

    Creating Fit

    • The Bomber jacket is associated with the outerwear jacket group 1 profile. The Fit Quiz that corresponds to the outerwear jacket profile will provide recommendations based on the intended fit of the Bomber Jacket. 
    • It is important to note that due to the knit cuff feature of the bomber jacket, ½ of extra length is needed beyond the T.A.P.E. recommendation for outerwear jacket sleeve outseams.  The good news is that this extra 1/2″ is automatically added to your Client’s Bomber Jacket sleeve at the factory. Therefore it is not necessary to adjust your Client’s confirmed outerwear jacket sleeve length. 

    Interior Construction

    Alterations

    Due to the construction and fabric of the Bomber jacket it is not possible to alter the fit by a tailor. 

    Outerwear Custom Style Guide

  • Outerwear Master Class

    Fall 2025 Outerwear Updates

    This Fall we will be launch several fit updates for Outerwear Jackets, Suiting and Fashion vest and the relaxed Chino. In the following short presentation I will cover each of these updates.

    Watch the Video

    Outwear Profiles

    When creating a new client T.A.P.E. automatically creates and outwear vest profile. We recommend confirming your clients specific vest preferences using the product fit quiz.

    Outerwear Vest Profile

    Profile based on Client preference.

    Vest Length Tool Tip

    Utilize tool tip to confirm vest length.

    Tailored Outwear is designed to easily coordinate with the fit our your Client’s favorite sportcoat. For all the details follow the link bellow.

    Tailored Outerwear Profile

    An outwear raincoat/ Mac profile is automatically created for a new client. Utilize the product fit quiz to customize your Client’s raincoat preference. 

    Raincoat Fit Quiz

    When entering a new Client, T.A.P.E. automatically creates an Outwear jacket group 1 profile.  Group 1 is used to order the Field Jacket, Hybrid Utility Jacket, Puffer, Town Jacket, Bomber Jacket, and Trucker Jacket. Group 1 styles have a straighter fit. They do not include any sleeve or waist/hip adjustments.

    Outerwear Jacket Group 1 Fit Quiz

    Outerwear Jacket Profile

    Depending on Client fit preference the chest size of his outerwear jacket may be larger than his core measurement. Sleeve Outseam will always be 0.50″ shorter than the core measurement sleeve length.

    Tool Tip

    Utilize the length toll tip to compare finished length measurements on all styles. 

    Outerwear Group 2 is used for Hybrid Blazer, Vest Front Blazer, Quilted Shirt jacket, Stand Collar Hybrid Blazer, Convertible Quilted Blazer. All styles supported by this profile are available with three sleeve fits and a waist/hip adjustment.

    When placing an order for one of the styles in Group 2, the stylist will be prompted to create a new profile. There are two Preference questions to confirm your client’s length preference and his layering preference, either over a heavy sweater or over a shirt.

    Next TAPE will create your client’s profile recommendation. At the top, you will see the chest measurement, which is the ordered jacket measurement. Next is the waist/hip adjustment for the shirt jacket group and the Blazer group. Since these two jacket groups are shaped differently, the recommendation for the waist/hip adjustment may not be the same. Each recommendation is calculated differently based on the corresponding pattern and intended fit of each style.

    Sleeve Fit is also calculated independently for shirt jackets and blazers and may vary for each group.  

    Tooltips are provided for all finished measurements.

    Table of Contents

    Outerwear Styles

    Quilted Vest

    All Season Vest

    Product Page

    Product Page

    Vest Front Blazer

    Stand Collar Hybrid Blazer One-Page

    Product Page

    Quilted Shirt Jacket One-Pager

    Product Page

    Town Jacket One Pager

    Bomber One-Pager

    Puffer Jacket

    Trucker Jacket

  • All Season Vest

    Creating Fit

    Creating fit:

    • The All Season Vest is associated with the Jacket/Vest Outerwear Product Profile so the Fit Quiz that corresponds will provide recommendations based on the intended fit of a Vest Outerwear piece.

    • This Vest is slim fitting and is meant to sit close to the chest and waist. The length of the vest should sit slightly above the hip. If your Client is looking for a roomier fit, please select layering option in the Tape Fit Quiz.

    Alterations

    Due to fabrication, it is not possible to alter the Quilted Vest.

     

    Styling

    Outerwear Custom Style Guide

    Styling details

    The closure, zippers and features cannot be changed on this Outerwear Vest.

    • Two-way Zipper
    • Rib knit at neck will match exterior fabric color
    • Vest is lined with lightweight padding for warmth
    • Snap closure detail at the back waist (allowing the vest to be cinched for a more tapered style)
    • Single zipper pocket on inside left
    • Snap loop at the back of neck (to anchor the vest inside a jacket)
    • Welt with Zip Exterior Pockets