Vests for Men: Look for less

Below we have some links to similiar pieces that are seen on these men wearing their oh so lovely vests..lol Go ahead and check out the links and see what's out there that will allow you to recreate these looks! Some of the links that we've listed are a little pricey, but remember these pieces can be put together to create multiple outfits. Also, to adapt these looks to the warmer weather, you can always wear short sleeves and shorts instead of what they have on. Some of the links include some warmer weather pieces. =P 

                         

Jean Vest: 1                                            Tweed Vest: 1, two,& 3                                 Puffer Vest: 1 & 2    Check Shirt: 1 & 2                                   Button Down Shirt                                      Henley Tee: 1,2,and 3

Jeans & Shorts                                                 Jeans                                                       Distressed Jeans

Shoes: one, 2, & louboutins                  Dress Shoes: uno y dos                                  High Top Shoes:1 + 2

Black Wrist Watch                                Name Plate Leather Belt                                       Brown Belt

                                                                 Plastic Wrist Watch                                            Stunnas

                                                                Tie & Pocket Square                                           

Wednesday: Vests for Men!

As you seen yesterday, vests are quite versatile when it comes to fashion. For the men we are going to break down the different ways that you can wear these amazing pieces of clothing. Just like we normally do, we will give you the casual way to wear your vest as well as a way to dress them up! Also, to change things up a bit, today we will include more of a “hip hop” way to wear your vest.

Let’s start off with the casual side of things..Here we have Chris Brown, in this photo he is shown wearing a blue and white checkered shirt. On top of that he has on a oversized blue jean pocket vest. Contrasting with the vest he has on a pair of dark bootcut jeans, with a slight cuff at the ankle. For shoes it looks like he went with something a little more “jazzy” lol. They’re high top studded Louboutin shoes. Be sure to check the links for some alternate shoes, because those right there will definitely run up that credit card bill! All in all, for this casual look Chris kept it quite simple. The jean vest allowed for it not to be just another shirt and jeans outfit.So remember when it comes to the jean vest, keep it simple underneath…just think of it as an accessory for your outfit.

     

 Moving right along, lets look at a dressed up version of the vest. Here we have Pharrell Williams wearing a light pink button down shirt and a brown tweed-like vest. What is really making this look dressed up is the fact that he has on a navy satin tie, as well as a blue dotted pocket square. For bottoms he did some dark wash jeans. As far as shoes go, we aren't really sure what he went with. However, we're thinking he most likely did something around the lines of stacy adams. His Louis Vuiton belt and brightly colored watch add some personality to the outfit. The way that Pharrell has dressed up this vest, gives it a dressy look. However you could easily take this same vest and convert it to a casual look. Wearing it with a white v-neck, some distressed jeans, and perhaps some chuck taylor's; this vest piece is instantly converted into a casual look!

                                                

Lastly, we have a "hip-hop" look when it comes to the vest. Trey Songz has on a neutral toned puffer vest with a long sleeved thermal like shirt. For jeans he went with a distressed pair of dark wash jeans. Down to his shoes, he went with a grey pair of high top shoes. His belt as well as necklace looks as though they are both a nice chocolate brown; which pops up against that light khaki color. Although this look is more on the hip hop side of things, the neutral tones of all of his pieces allow for it to still have a touch of class.

 

Tips Tuesday: Vests!!

Last week's tips over blazers had the highest views out of every post we've done! So hopefully you guys will enjoy this one even more!

Since it's getting a little warmer outside we thought vests would be a perfect thing to cover this week. It's still considered outerwear but you can still wear it and not be hot. Vests can be worn so many different ways and there are several different styles of them. We will of course cover dressing them up and down and give you links to get the look without "breaking the bank".

For the casual vest look, we went with Ciara. Ciara kept her vest look simple and casual with the denim vest and black knit dress. As far as accessories, she tried to make it stand out a little with a silver necklace and multiple black and silver bangles. Her black silver studded platform heels gave the casual outfit some sass. The outfit can be worn on a lunch date with the beau or your girls and even shopping..(e.g. the picture of Ciara). Her look can be really easy to achieve and is probably one of the easiest looks and cheapest buys we've suggested thus far! :-)

Denim Vest 1 , 2
Go a little lighter with Denim Vest 2
A little lighter and shorter Denim Vest 3
Black Knit Dress 1 , 2
Black Platform Sandals to spice the outfit up 1 , 2 , 3
Black Studded Heels 1 , 2
Silver Tassel Necklace 1, 2
Black & Silver Bracelets 1, 2, 3

For Zoe's vest look...she went with a more dressy outfit. She is wearing a gray/black vest with a white cami like top layered underneath, and gray knee length shorts. As far as accessories, she kept it simple with a brown leather belt, a layered gold chain necklace, and a black clutch. For shoes, she has on black peep toe lace up booties. She is also showing an example of how to wear the menswear look as a female. This outfit is a simple dressy look that can be achieved with few pieces.

Menswear Textured Vest
Cami 1, 2, 3
Belted Long Shorts
Go shorter with these menswear inspired shorts 1 , 2 ,
Gold Layered Necklace 1, 2, 3
These lace up booties will get you a similar look to Zoe's 1, 2











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