On a spectrum of devout trend followers and sartorial rebels, I lean towards the latter. Allow me to recount my love story with the not-so-humble waistcoat. Thus, when I started to see the suit vest, a traditional menswear staple, reimagined with feminine tweaks and quirky detailing, my fashion writer senses began to tingle. If so, check out the below round-up of suit vests that first caught my eye. We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article.
This article was originally published on Aug. The Shopping List. Originally Published: Aug. This leather vest will help me master fall's gritty, biker-inspired fashion phenomenon. This vest layered over a black mock turtleneck and teamed with tailored trousers in a dark floral print is my ideal version of an in-office work outfit.
Block-heel ballet flats would complete the look. Here, Ganni does what it does best: Remixing classic silhouettes with a cool-girl twist. The pinstripes of this waistcoat honor the traditional look of menswear suiting, while the exaggerated collar and diamond-shaped golden buttons add some Scandi-esque flair.
But this flared vest from French brand Rochas, with its multiple rows of buttons and free-hanging straps, effectively convinces me to give the trend a try. Central Saint Martins graduate Leeann Huang is quickly becoming the designer I turn to when in the mood for statement-making prints. Case in point: Her suit vest adorned with reflective fleurs.
I see myself wearing this navy suit vest atop a white maxi dress, with a mahogany satchel slung around my body and leather mules on my feet, as an effortless summer-into-fall transitional outfit. Search Close. See All Trends Style Designers. See All Health Relationships Sex. See All Home Entertaining Travel.
