Tailored Vests Are Bringing Workwear Silhouettes To Casual Outfits

Workwear has been the key to achieving cool-girl status for a few seasons. Everything office-related, from blazers to trousers, has appeared on the runways and style trends lists, thanks to their effortless sophistication. For this fall 2023 season, another workwear staple rejoins the ranks as the must-have piece we've taken from the office. Tailored vests are simple yet powerful when it comes to achieving a put-together fall look. These flexible items can be worn or layered with other pieces, making them great to have on hand for the entire year.

Although tailored vests aren't a new trend, they've recently been frequenting the runways of top designers. In 2023, Stella McCartney showcased the tailored vest with black trousers and a low waist (via WWD). But if you're not a fan of the low-rise pants look, you can pair it with high-waisted bottoms to give extra elegance. Play around with colors, materials, and layering options to make this timeless piece a modern showstopper.

The tailored vest is a masculine-inspired piece that helps add structure to all of your looks. To balance this out, opt for a few feminine details to create a chic balance, like a soft pink color. Fashion creator @altynaa.a took to Instagram to showcase her balanced tailored vest, complete with a trendy rosette — which is usually budding in spring, but could totally be adapted for all. This balance of feminine and masculine style elements is a surefire way to make any trend an everyday staple.

Tailored vests look chic enough on their own, but particularly as fall draws closer to winter, you might have to layer them with heavier outerwear pieces to keep it cozy for the colder weather. Luckily, incorporating outerwear into your 'fit that's the same shade as your vest brings serious boss vibes.

While it may not fit the typical image of a tailored vest, you also have the alternative of a longer length that's easy to layer on top of blouses. Long vests are the perfect outerwear option for those days when you can get away with just a long-sleeve top underneath. Play with fall-inspired color palettes for a cohesive outfit that's perfectly on trend. Just pair your oversized vest with slim-fitting paints to still capture the "tailored" element of the look.

Although tailored vests add a sophisticated touch to your fall closet, it doesn't mean you can only wear them in formal situations. Style your tailored vests with casual pieces like distressed denim bottoms for a contrasting casual ensemble you can easily rock daily. Finish the look with sneakers and you'll have a 'fit you can't wait to wear again.

On the other hand, if you want a casual look, you can also opt for a tailored denim vest that adds plenty of coolness with the texture and easiness of the laid-back material. Pair your denim vest with sleek officewear trousers to keep it stylish. To embody westerncore, the trendy reimagination of cowgirl-inspired fashion, opt for a white long-sleeve top underneath your denim vest.

Monochromatic outfits are the simplest method to ensure your outfits look cohesive and polished. Match your tailored vest with the same colored pants and outerwear for a look you can reach for whenever you're in a slump. Even with minimal effort put into them, monochrome ensembles send the message that your outfit is well thought out and intentional.