I like the pockets. With that said, I really like when jacket makers make them tuckable, giving you two possible looks. (even if they just offer that as an option)
P.S. I want that blanket! My motorcycle gang (tongue firmly planted in cheek) has a smoking skull as our symbol.
Cheers, though it's shawl collar cardigan! Fanch's Mulligan does the 'double look' nicely.