Flap Pocket Shacket Women UK
Flap Pocket Shacket Women UK
A light grey shacket with flap pockets — the shirt-jacket hybrid that's established itself as one of the most practical transitional pieces in the UK wardrobe. The flap pockets add a utility-inspired character, the relaxed fit layers comfortably over lighter tops, and the grey colourway works with essentially everything in an autumn wardrobe. Browse our women's jackets and outerwear collection.
Why You'll Love It
- Flap pockets — functional flap pockets add a utility, workwear-adjacent character while keeping the silhouette neat and structured.
- Light grey colourway — a neutral, versatile grey that works with every other colour and pattern in an autumn wardrobe.
- Shirt-jacket hybrid — the shacket format means it works buttoned as a light jacket and unbuttoned as an overshirt layer.
- Relaxed fit — comfortable and easy to layer over lighter tops or fitted knitwear.
- Transitional piece — ideal for the UK's mild-to-cool autumn temperatures when a coat feels too much but a jumper alone isn't quite enough.
- Casual and smart-casual — works across both casual and smarter casual styling situations.
Fabric & Care
Polyester-viscose blend with medium stretch. Machine wash at 30°C on a gentle cycle. Hang to air dry. Do not tumble dry on high heat or bleach.
How to Style It
A grey shacket is a wardrobe workhorse that goes with almost everything. Style inspiration from Who What Wear UK. See our women's jackets collection.
- Classic casual: grey shacket + white tee + straight jeans + trainers.
- Smart casual: shacket over a fitted ribbed top + wide-leg trousers + loafers.
- Layered: shacket under an oversized coat for a city-style layered autumn look.
- Weekend: shacket + leggings + trainers for casual comfort with a put-together finish.
FAQs
What is a shacket?
A shacket is a shirt-jacket hybrid — a top-weight layering piece that's heavier and more structured than a shirt but lighter than a traditional jacket. It typically has a shirt-style collar and button-front fastening. The format is ideal for mild-to-cool transitional weather where a full coat feels excessive.
Is a shacket warm enough for autumn in the UK?
A shacket is suitable for mild UK autumn temperatures — above approximately 10°C. For colder days, layer it over a knit sweater or under a coat for additional warmth. It's a transitional piece rather than a primary winter coat.
Is this shacket true to UK sizing?
This runs as a relaxed fit. Check your bust measurement against the size guide below. The relaxed fit means true-to-size gives a comfortable layering fit; sizing down gives a closer fit.
Can I wear a shacket for the office?
Yes — in casual and smart-casual office environments. The flap pockets and structured collar give it a more considered, work-adjacent quality than an oversized flannel shirt. Pair with tailored trousers or wide-leg jeans for an office-appropriate look.
Does the grey colourway go with most outfits?
Yes — light grey is one of the most versatile neutral colours available. It works with black, white, camel, navy, rust, green and most autumn tones. It's particularly strong paired with denim in any shade.
Size Guide
| Size | UK | Bust (in) | Length (in) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 8–10 | 36–39" | 27" |
| M | 12–14 | 39–42" | 27.5" |
| L | 16 | 42–45" | 28" |
| XL | 18 | 45–48" | 28.5" |
| Size | UK | Bust (cm) | Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| S | 8–10 | 91–99 | 69 |
| M | 12–14 | 99–107 | 70 |
| L | 16 | 107–114 | 71 |
| XL | 18 | 114–122 | 72 |
Relaxed fit. Measurements are approximate.
- Material: 85%Polyester+15%Viscose
- Fit: Relaxed
- Length: Hip length
- Machine wash cold. Hang dry. Cool iron on low.
- Model wears UK size 8 · Height 170 cm
- Standard UK (2–5 days) — free over £75, otherwise £3.99
- Express UK (1–2 days) — £5.99
- International — calculated at checkout
- 30-day easy returns · unworn with tags attached
All measurements in CM. When between sizes, size up.
| UK | EU | US | Bust | Waist | Hips |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 34 | 2 | 80–83 | 61–64 | 87–90 |
| 8 / S | 36 | 4 | 84–87 | 65–68 | 91–94 |
| 10 / M | 38 | 6 | 88–91 | 69–72 | 95–98 |
| 12 / L | 40 | 8 | 92–95 | 73–76 | 99–102 |
| 14 / XL | 42 | 10 | 96–99 | 77–80 | 103–106 |
| 16 | 44 | 12 | 100–103 | 81–84 | 107–110 |
All measurements in CM. Measure over underwear. When between sizes, size up.
Light grey flap pocket shacket in soft polyester-viscose blend
Best for casual layering when you want a luxurious-feeling grey shacket
How to style it
Open over white top and jeans; over turtleneck for smart-casual look.
Light grey flap pocket shacket in soft polyester-viscose blend
85% polyester, 15% viscose; medium stretch; flap pockets; button front.
Open over white top and jeans; over turtleneck for smart-casual look.Shop this look
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