Suit Vests Are Trending & We're So Here For It!
You heard that right: suit vests (a.k.a waistcoats) are making a comeback! The 2000s fashion trend is flooding our social media, giving us major style inspo and tempting us to pull out our credit cards and hit "purchase". Known for being exclusively worn by men in years past, suit vests are officially becoming a statement piece in every 2022 wardrobe.
Why We Love Them
When it comes to making a statement, there's nothing better than going right to the source. As we mentioned previously, waistcoats were conventionally worn by the male population under stuffy, dull suits with large shoulder pads. Today, as the gendered rules of fashion are being challenged, suit vests can be seen on everyone from your local barista to your economics professor.
However, our love for suit vests doesn't begin and end with their history. The trend is also surprisingly comfortable, chic, and super easy to style as your own! Below we've compiled our favorite waistcoat looks you can easily recreate based on your mood:
Feeling Elevated
Nothing says elevated like a matching, black set. If you're going for a chic, city girl vibe that doesn't break the bank, this outfit was made for you! Perfect for running errands, jumping on a last-minute meeting, or flirting with your crush, this pinstripe look is sure to make you feel like you can conquer anything.
Vest: Stripe Rhinestone Button Vest
Trousers: Stripe Straight Leg Trousers
Hair accessory: 2pcs Floral Decor Hair Claw
Feeling Y2K
This 2000s-inspired look is perfect for anyone who shamelessly went through a mini skirt, tamagotchi, and all-pink phase (honestly, SO iconic!). With a faux leather pleated mini skirt and a ton of pink accents, this outfit is a Y2K dream. And can we just talk about the quilted bucket hat?! YES PLEASE!
Vest: Cross Button Up Stitch Tank Top
Skirt: Solid PU Pleated Mini Skirt
Hat: Solid Argyle Quilted Bucket Hat
Phone case: Heart Wave Phone Case
Feeling Retro
If nostalgia runs through your veins, then this look is right up your alley! Giving off major artsy vibes, this vintage-inspired outfit is so easy to recreate and won't cost your entire summer savings. Oh, and don't forget your favorite pair of retro, over-the-ear headphones to complete the aesthetic!
Vest: Gone Groovy Patterned Vest
Long Sleeve Top: White Solid Oversized Shirt
Trousers: Art Grunge Double Belted Cargo Trousers
Feeling Cool
Cool girls unite with this fun, textured look! With a black velvet suit vest and rhinestone-studded jeans, these pieces take any outfit from basic to elevated. Keep it chic with your favorite black accessories and get ready for the "omg, where did you get your outfit?!" questions.
Vest: Velvet Button Up Waistcoat
Jeans: Rhinestone Straight Denim Jeans
XOXO,
Cider 💋