How To Wear a Long Vest and Look Hip

If the thought of a long vest on a middle-aged woman gives you scary flashbacks of Bea Arthur in the 70’s TV show Maude, don’t head for the hills just yet. The latest vests are much more attractive and are an easy way to update your casual wardrobe at 40, 50 and beyond. Here’s how to wear a long vest.

Vest Fashion – So Many to Choose From!

No matter what your style there’s a long vest for you. Like a menswear look? Then try one of the dressy, long waistcoats – tuxedo or suit style. Prefer a more rugged, outdoorsy vest?- Go for shearling or suede. Needs something casual and chic? – A cozy knit vest could work for you. And of course, there are lots of fuzzy and furry long vests too. They’re all perfect for updating jeans and a tee or even pairing with casual work wear. Play around and have some fun.

What to Wear With a Long Vest?

Any kind of long vest is a great layering piece you can wear over many things. It will be the star of your outfit, so be sure to wear it with something simple and streamlined. Translation: pair it with plain long-sleeved shirts and simple, solid-colored blouses for a chic look. For example, a floaty chiffon blouse plays off the weightiness of a structured vest.

How to Wear a Long Sweater Vest

Chunky sweater vests are a popular type of long vest. If you want to play up the casual knit look, try wearing a long-sleeved, collarless, button up top ( Henley shirt) under your chunky knit vest. This looks quite sporty. The only kind of top you will want to avoid is wearing a sweater ( even a thin one) under a sweater vest. It looks too hot and heavy and will feel that way too!

How to wear a long sleeveless vest for women – gold long vest

Which Pants to Wear with Long Vests for Women?

A long vest makes a big statement up top, which means you need to stay away from wearing anything too big or busy on the bottom ( i.e., palazzo pants). Stay streamlined by choosing slim or skinny pants in neutral colors. Straight leg/skinny jeans in navy are a foolproof choice, and flat front dressy pants work too. If you prefer skirts, a pencil skirt with matching tights is your best bet.

How to wear a long sleeveless vest for women

Can you Wear leggings with Long Vest?

Absolutely, the above outfit proves that. A long black vest with leggings and tall boots makes a casual, hip look.

How to Wear a Long Sleeveless Vest – Choosing Accessories

If your vest is tailored, a sleek bag makes a perfect match. If you choose a knit vest, a slightly slouchy bag, or a super-trendy bucket bag, works with the polished-yet-casual vibe.

A stack of bangles or a bold cuff bracelet is a chic way to highlight a vest because it emphasizes the lack of sleeves. Be careful with necklaces; they can compete too much with the neckline of your vest. Tiny earrings can get lost, so instead, choose midsize earrings. They’re bigger and more substantial like your vest.

The Right Footwear

Ankle booties are the perfect footwear for vests because they look put-together but also give off that relaxed, cool vibe. Stacked heels are most casual and will take you anywhere. An ankle bootie with a skinny heel is good for a dressier look. Another great option with a long vest? -sleek riding boots.

Want to see my version of how to wear a long vest? Take a look at my camel colored vest , plus a few ways that other bloggers style their long vests. This chic wardrobe items sures take the boredom out a routine, casual look!

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