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A Tailored Vest Is the New White T-Shirt This Summer

Pair it with contrasting pants, shorts, or skirts for an instant look.
a woman in a tailored vest
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The tailored vest first made its comeback a couple of years ago, when a renewed interest in power dressing took over following a pandemic spent in sweats and other comfy clothes.

In fact, the preferred way to wear the garment has been anything but casual: Fashion editors, influencers, and other street-style stars typically see their tailored vests as a replacement for the blouse—that is, they wear the vest without anything on underneath—and pair it with oversized wide-leg pants.

That’s still the in vogue look this summer, though the range of possibilities when it comes to women’s vests has expanded a little more. In addition to the cropped versions that fit at the navel, slightly longer tailored vests are also becoming more popular. And they make for a perfect alternative to the classic white T-shirt in your wardrobe thanks to a more conservative collar. Wear with all the buttons fastened and pair with pants or shorts in the same print for a sophisticated result.

Style your tailored vest with matching pants or shorts…

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Or go for a contrasting approach.

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Also interesting: Opt for tailored pieces in different tones, or with lines that are a little out of the ordinary. For example, a long white vest can look great with a pair of dark gray pleated pants and black accessories, as seen above. Or wear a halter-neck vest in an irresistible butter yellow that can be contrasted with a much more vibrant skirt.

Shop for your tailored vest, below.

Mango Halter-Neck Vest
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Mango Halter-Neck Vest

French Connection Harrie Vest
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French Connection Harrie Vest

Reformation Oakley Vest
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Reformation Oakley Vest

Madewell Linen Vest
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Madewell Linen Vest

This post was originally published in Vogue Spain.