What’s a sweater vest?

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A sweater vest is a knitted article of clothing, like a sweater, but without sleeves, like a vest. As with long- and short-sleeved sweaters, a vest can have any number of stitch patterns, such as cable or double garter, and can be made from any variety of yarns including cotton, wool, or polyester. Similarly, there are several styles it can come in, including cardigan style, crew neck, and V-neck.

In fashion history, the sweater vest has been around for decades and was particularly popular in the 1970s, especially in the UK. Normally paired with a button-down oxford shirt, it was first popular with menswear, but has become a garment worn by both men and women. A sweater vest can be paired with a turtleneck, collared shirt, T-shirt, or even a simple sleeveless shell. Although it has seen many different fashion styles, for many, this garment conjures up images of a golfer or high school math teacher.

In the most recent fashion trends, the sweater vest has seen a renaissance as a companion to a short-sleeved T-shirt. Argyle patterns are particularly popular, as are checkered and striped patterns. The vest is not uncommon for sports, as many golfers wear them and Jim Tressel, Ohio State University head football coach is a notable user example. It’s also common to see these clothes as part of a boy’s outfit, paired with a button-down shirt, tie, and casual dress pants. It is also a popular garment for pattern knitting, with a variety of styles including button up and zip up cardigan being the most popular.

Many name-brand manufacturers affix their label to the sweater vest, including Ralph Lauren, LL Bean, and Levis Dockers. When purchasing one, consumers should remember that it can be paired with both casual and dressy outfits, depending on the style. It should be cared for in the same way as any other type of sweater and will be reflected on the care label.

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