This jacket has the sharpness of a blazer, thanks to traditional lapels, and the comfort of a cardigan, thanks to a stretchy-yet-structured knit material. Tie the sash at the waist to create shape through the torso, or wear the Merritt open for a more relaxed look. Gentle hand washing with Laundress Delicate Wash Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Dry flat. Dry clean. To give your knits a long lasting life, please make sure to fold your pieces rather than putting them on a hanger. Stylist tip: To remove shoulder pads, simply pull the pads out through the small hole near the internal seam of the shoulder. Hips-friendly Middle-friendly, High-stretch Wrinkle-resistant Removable shoulder pads,