Embroidered Velvet Cropped Open Jacket

Multicolour thread work climbs the front panels, curls across the back and trails down each sleeve of this short velvet jacket, with a beaded-look edging tracing the collarless neckline. The pile has a soft sheen that makes the rose, gold and teal stitching glow against the dark ground. It hangs open with no fastening, cropped at the waist so it sits neatly over a slip dress or a high-rise jean. Full sleeves gather into narrow cuffs for a slightly romantic, folk-inspired shape. Keep the rest of the outfit plain and let the embroidery do the talking.

• Fit: Cropped, open front
• Length: Waist length