29 Ways to Test Drive Fall’s Sweater Vest Trend

The well-polished silhouettes seen throughout the fall 2022 collections were hard to miss—think tailored-to-perfection suiting and a mix of sleek separates that work well when layered or otherwise. One layering essential we’re specifically standing behind this fall is as smart as it is stylish: sweater vests.

In all their forms, sweater vests are having a resurgence—the sweater vest trend was even spotted on several stylish showgoers during this season’s New York Fashion Week. From the high street to the ultra-luxe, designers are also leaning into the sleeveless style. Colorful striped sweater vests from Chloé and Acne Studios’ are instantly uplifting. Sweater vests with a 1970s flare come courtesy of Wales Bonner, Re/Done, and Sea. While Preppy, varsity-style sweater vests from Purdey, Alessandra Rich, and Mango come complete with retro V-necks and argyle prints to really lean into the retro-to-wear trend.

Plus, sweater vests aren’t picky layering companions. Loose or fitted, cropped or longline, plain or patterned, they tend to go with everything. Throw a well-loved tee underneath a sweater vest for a casual-yet-polished look; insulate button-ups with a sweater vest on top for more dressed-up days; wear one on its own indoors, or top off fitted turtlenecks on the coldest days.

Turns out the sleeveless silhouette is as practical as it is a forever classic. Here, try on the sweater vest trend this fall with 29 sweater vests that are stylishly smart and seemingly sported by all.