Question 1

How to wear a waistcoat?

Accepted Answer

A waistcoat can be used to style out any outfit – whether as part of a three piece suit or as a touch of class when going for a night out, a waistcoat is bound to impress and not always a strictly formal piece of attire.

Question 2

How should a waistcoat fit?

Accepted Answer

Waistcoats should be comfortable but flattering – a tapered waist, with plenty of room for movement in the upper body, while not being stretched or creating any gaping buttons.

Question 3

What colour waistcoat with a navy suit?

Accepted Answer

Navy suits are versatile and match with most colours; we’d recommend either a checked waistcoat, a blue waistcoat, a grey waistcoat or even a deep red. It depends entirely on what texture you wish to provide.

Question 4

What colour waistcoat with a black suit?

Accepted Answer

A black suit is incredibly versatile, and matches up stylishly with greys, reds, checks, tweeds and blues.

Question 5

What colour waistcoat with a grey suit?

Accepted Answer

Generally, you want either a dark coloured waistcoat or a matching grey tone. Charcoals are easy to match up, while blacks add a touch of extra contrast.

Question 6

How to wear a waistcoat with jeans?

Accepted Answer

A waistcoat as part of a casual outfit should generally be a slim fit for a more fashionable look, with a shirt properly tucked in. The jeans should be tailored or, preferably, slim fit.

Black Waistcoats

Jeff Banks Regular Fit Black Travel Suit Waistcoat

Antique Rogue Slim Fit Double Breasted Dinner Waistcoat

Suit Direct Everyday Occasions Black Waistcoat

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