Degree of lining for Holland Sherry Silk/Wool Jacket?

[DandySF]

I'm having second thoughts about my decision to order a jacket with a partial lining. I'm beginning to think that a full lining might be preferable.

The jacket cloth is from Holland and Sherry's Silkstream bunch. It's 51% silk, 49% wool. The weight is 270 grams, which should be about 9.5 oz if I'm converting correctly. The bemberg lining would be three-quarters--only the front, the sleeves, and shoulders would be lined, while the back would be unlined.

I chose the partial lining in the interest of having a jacket that is light and cool. However, I live in San Francisco and it just doesn't get that hot here. I do occasionally travel to warmer climates, so it might be nice to have the option of a light jacket with a cool lining. Even so, I don't want a jacket that's suitable only for a tropical climate. Also, I have to confess to enjoying seeing the colorful flash of lining that appears when the wind catches a fully lined jacket with double vents. The partially lined jacket just has edges bound in the lining material, so there won't be any colorful flashes.

I'm wondering whether there are tradeoffs by having a partially lined jacket?

Does a partial lining have a negative effect on the drape of the jacket?
Does a full lining offer some sort of protection to the jacket itself?
Is a full lining that much warmer than a 3/4 lining?

I'm interested in hearing what other people's thoughts and experiences are with different degrees of lining.

 

[GQgeek]

Originally Posted by DandySF

I'm wondering whether there are tradeoffs by having a partially lined jacket?

Does a partial lining have a negative effect on the drape of the jacket?
Does a full lining offer some sort of protection to the jacket itself?
Is a full lining that much warmer than a 3/4 lining?

I'm interested in hearing what other people's thoughts and experiences are with different degrees of lining.

I have full, half, and quarter-lined jackets. I prefer full-lining, but then again I live in a cooler climate than SF (montreal). It's really up to you to decide whether you're willing to trade a bit of comfort for the flash of a color lining on a windy day.

I notice a fairly large difference between my fully-lined and quarter-lined cashmere jackets, but that's also due to the fabric itself, which tends to be lighter on the quarter-lined ones. I will say this, I definitely appreciate the quarter-lined jackets in the summer when temperatures are above 20C. A 9.5oz fabric will be pretty hot if you fully line it.

 

[whoopee]

Originally Posted by DandySF

Does a partial lining have a negative effect on the drape of the jacket?
Does a full lining offer some sort of protection to the jacket itself?
Is a full lining that much warmer than a 3/4 lining?

I don't notice a negative effect on the drape. Maybe if the cloth is really light - lighter than yours. It does offer protection, which is why I have gone with full linings on my cashmere jackets. Full does feel warmer to me when it is hot. When it is colder, it doesn't feel appreciably warmer. I usually go with partial of some sort.

 

[Will]

It seems to me about a toss-up at that weight, depending on when you expect to wear the jacket.

Lining adds a bit of structure and protection to light cloth at the expense of breathability. Silk doesn't allow for much air circulation so a lining isn't going to have much impact on hot weather wearability either way.

 

[Tomasso]

Originally Posted by DandySF

Also, I have to confess to enjoying seeing the colorful flash of lining that appears when the wind catches a fully lined jacket with double vents. The partially lined jacket just has edges bound in the lining material, so there won't be any colorful flashes.
First time I've ever heard this issue in relation to lining choice.

 

[DandySF]

Thanks for the tips. I've decided to stick with the partial lining, figuring that it will be somewhat cooler when worn indoors.

Is it just me, or do others notice colorful lining flashes when walking down a city street? Perhaps this experience is limited to those who walk through windy city streets on their way to work each day.

 

[Will]

Originally Posted by DandySF

Is it just me, or do others notice colorful lining flashes when walking down a city street? Perhaps this experience is limited to those who walk through windy city streets on their way to work each day.

If the jacket is buttoned the lining doesn't flash.

If the jacket isn't buttoned, the wearer is flash.

 

[GBR]

Originally Posted by Will

If the jacket is buttoned the lining doesn't flash.

If the jacket isn't buttoned, the wearer is flash.


Very funny but untrue.