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After a long winter of layering, I’m reaching bodysuit and blouse fatigue. And yet, a warm-weather tank top or silk camisole doesn’t always feel like quite enough just yet. A vest, though? Well, that’s something that instantly makes an outfit look pulled together and polished, even when teamed with simple straight-leg denim and bold jewelry.
It turns out that designers have been on the same page for the spring/summer 2025 season, too. Alejandra Alonso Rojas presented a cherry red waistcoat with a floral corsage pin, which seems like a fresh idea for what to wear to a wedding instead of buying yet another gown. At Khaite, it was all about the classic tuxedo vest, which looked quite hot in a borrowed-from-the-boys way underneath a boxy cropped blazer. And of course, elegant tailored vests were the order of the day at Ralph Lauren, Peter Do, The Row, and Tibi.
Whether your personal style skews more classic, bohemian, or androgynous, there’s a myriad of ways to mix up your go-to outfits with a tailored, suede, embroidered, or denim vest. Scroll on for chic vest outfit ideas to bookmark, and then commit these to memory.
A Cropped Vest and Midi Skirt
Don’t get caught thinking a grey vest should only be reserved for your 9-to-5 wardrobe. When juxtaposed with a carefree cotton poplin midi in box-fresh white, this shrunken tailored number grounds the outfit in a whole new way. Your move, office sirens.
Russell Oval Sunglasses
$75.00 at madewell.com
Vest With Slits
$45.90 at zara.com
Cuffed Up Cuff
$70.00 at revolve.com
Midi Skirt in Ultrasoft Cotton
$110.00 at Everlane
Helena Over the Knee Boot
$208.60 at schutz-shoes.com
Dash Clutch
$478.00 at veronicabeard.com
A Utilitarian Set
No matter where you’re going, a slightly-slouchy co-ord in khaki, brown, or black is instantly worthy of a double take—and no doubt, you’ll look cool without even trying. To take things to the next level, opt for accessories that propel this outfit into a more elevated dress code. Think sculptural jewelry, a luxe tote, and sleek shoes.
Oversized Gilet With Pockets
$99.99 at Mango
Belted Straight Fit Trousers
$139.99 at Mango
Sprout Tote
$695.00 at bloomingdales.com
Wide Vintage Bracelet
$120.00 at massimodutti.com
Dylso Wedge
$325.00 at shopacler.com
Small Sterling Silver Hoops
$78.00 at mejuri.com
Double Denim
Emulate model-off-duty energy in dark wash denim like Shanina Shaik on the streets of Paris. And if you want to break up the look a bit, add a statement buckle and leave the bottom buttons of the vest undone.
Olly Indigo Denim Vest
$149.99 at Dissh
Reagan Indigo Slouchy Jean
$149.99 at dissh.com
Studded Suede Waist Belt
$99.00 at mintvelvet.com
Sakai Slingback Pump
$160.00 at revolve.com
Cait Earrings
$295.00 at Revolve
Nirvana Mini
$250.00 at aupen.com
Textured And Tailored
It’s easy to see why Jeanette Friis Madsen has become street style catnip. The Copenhagen-based founder of Rotate Birger Christensen has the ability to infuse even the most straightforward outfit with a sense of desirability. Take a page out of her book and opt for a slim-fitting black vest with added appliqués or embellishment. Then, pair it with black trousers and understated gold jewelry. You’ll be ready to face the photographers yourself.
Flower Waistcoat
$251.00 at farfetch.com
High-Waist Trousers
$188.00 at farfetch.com
2″ Thread Hoops
$180.00 at Jennifer Fisher
Maude Shoulder Bag
$395.00 at Staud
Dane Bangle Set
$258.00 at revolve.com
Thong Kitten Heel Sandals
$100.00 at Anthropologie
The Three-Piece Linen Suit
A light-as-air linen look is a good one to have in your back pocket for everything, from job interviews to family functions. Don’t be afraid to pull a punch with the accessories either; just see how effective red and bronze are with a neutral-hued base.
Soho Blazer
$295.00 at Alex Mill
Linen and Cotton Twill Vest
$198.00 at Michael Kors
Linen and Cotton Twill Wide Leg Pants
$198.00 at Michael Kors
Dakota Saddle Bag
$158.00 at madewell.com
Baby Obsession Hoops
$69.00 at Emma Pills
Verona Sandal
$330.00 at Larroudé
A Crisp White Set
There may not be anything chicer than Bianca Jagger’s penchant for a white suit—whether it was for Studio 54 or her wedding. Ergo, you can find me wearing some iteration of this timeless outfit year after year. This season, style your take with 1990s-inspired cord necklaces, which lends a current edge to this all-white canvas ensemble.
Devon Linen-blend Waistcoat
$240.00 at Reiss
Devon Wide-leg Trousers
$285.00 at Reiss
Marta Pendant Necklace
$290.00 at shopbop.com
Wayfarer Sunglasses
$151.00 at Ray-Ban
Symmetry Pochette
$1290.00 at net-a-porter.com
Caprice Heel
$150.00 at Revolve
The Bermuda Shorts Look
Hear me out: While not the easiest silhouette to ace, Bermuda shorts styled with matching vest—when done right—is a scene-stealer. Going oversized is key here—just ask Leonie Hanne, who embraced the XL proportions with an oversized clutch and a more-is-more chainlink necklace.
Greven Vest
$149.00 at thefrankieshop.com
Bermuda Shorts
$29.90 at GU
XL Chain-Link Necklace
$690.00 at neimanmarcus.com
Indy Sunglasses
$108.00 at DIFF
Cavatelli Clutch
€190.00 at Cos
Black Wishbone 50 Heeled Sandals
$320.00 at ssense.com
A Simple Vest And A Textured Skirt
When I saw this outfit on Bloomingdale’s fashion director Janelle Marie Lloyd at New York Fashion Week, it immediately went into the imaginary saved outfits folder in my brain. The contrast of a corporate-style waistcoat with a cocktail party-ready fringe skirt is perfect for those days when your need your outfit to tick all the boxes, from morning to night.
Regal Vest
$118.00 at aritzia.com
Za Za Knit Fringe Maxi Skirt
$325.00 at Neiman Marcus
Erol Aviator-Style Sunglasses
$390.00 at Net-a-Porter
Sculptural Forms Cuff
$220.00 at bananarepublic.gap.com
Ella Leather Toe-Post Sandals
$295.00 at Aeyde
Silao Braided Tassel Bucket Bag
$1090.00 at Neiman Marcus
A Boho Vest Over A Blouse
If you, like me, would say your style flirts with the boho aesthetic, you won’t go wrong with a folksy gilet over a romantic and feminine blouse. One of the best ways to style boho-leaning pieces is to mix them up with Westernwear, like a cowboy boot and a fun chain belt.
Soraya Blouse
$345.00 at Ba&sh
Sparkly Faux Suede Vest
$59.90 at
Grace Wide Leg Denim
$395.00 at SPRWMN
Arelli Chain Belt
$225.00 at Streets Ahead
Nora Boots
$290.00 at Stetson
Fringe Hobo
$248.00 at Johnny Was
A Brown Suede Vest and a Butter Yellow Topper
No doubt you’ve already gotten the butter yellow memo. I wasn’t convinced on the trend, and then I laid my eyes on this ensemble featuring the hue with a brown suede vest. All that’s left is to add on-trend resin bangles and some Tiger-eye jewelry.
Oversized Blazer
$398.00 at Favorite Daughter
Antonella Suede Vest
$399.00 at nordstrom.com
The Favorite Skort
$198.00 at Favorite Daughter
Boulder Bangle
$105.00 at fwrd.com
Bengali Earrings
$245.00 at Ronny Kobo
Patty Slingback Heel
$298.00 at
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