This spring, both warm and lightweight vests are key elements of spring looks. Practical and made from trendy materials, vests now deserve the title of the main outerwear on warmer days and serve as the final stylistic accent in multi-layered looks. It is a trend worth noting in urban fashion and street style reports this spring.
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The waistcoat appeared in the 17th century during the reign of Louis XIV. It was he who initiated the creation of a new wardrobe element that emphasized the difference between the clothes of the courtiers and the attire of the bourgeoisie. Thus appeared a suit of three parts: a long jacket, trousers and a waistcoat, which became an obligatory part of the wardrobe of the French aristocrat, and later – of the European courts in general.
Vincenzo Grillo
Originally a masculine wardrobe item, the vest, as is often the case in fashion, has over time been integrated into women's style. It has transformed, adapted to different silhouettes and fashion contexts, but has retained its essence – a sleeveless top layer that can be worn both under a jacket and, according to modern trends, instead of it. If earlier vests gravitated towards a restrained, neutral palette, then in the 1920s they became a canvas for geometric patterns and bright colors. In the fifties, a more decorative, even rock-n-roll aesthetic came to the fore, and in the late seventies, with its entry into women's wardrobes, the vest received a new sound – in particular in the collections of Yves Saint Laurent, where the vest was combined with knitwear and acquired bohemian features thanks to fringe, beads and embroidery.
Valentina Valdinoci
Today, the vest continues to reflect all these historical layers. It can be masculine and distinctly feminine, elegant and sporty, complex in design or as concise as possible. In the spring-summer 2026 season, it returns in all possible variations, becoming that universal element that easily integrates into any wardrobe and meets the most diverse stylistic demands. Today, the vest appears in new interpretations – both on the catwalks and in street style.
Vincenzo Grillo
The vest can be worn in a variety of ways: knitted, denim, quilted or made of suiting fabric; in a neutral palette or with accent details; fitted, tailored or oversized. It is worn over the image instead of a jacket or directly on the body, changing the mood of the set depending on the styling. It is this versatility that makes the vest one of the key trends of the season – light, comfortable and at the same time open to fashion experiments.
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