Vested Interest The vest is a rare garment in the lack of ambiguity surrounding its origins, at least according to Samuel Pepy’s October 8, 1666, diary entry: "The King hath yesterday in council declared his resolution of setting a fashion for clothes, which he will never alter. It will be a vest, I know not well how; but it is to teach the nobility thrift, and will do good.” Though it’s clear that Mr. Pepys was dubious regarding the social welfare benefits of the king’s rather uninspiring entry into the fashion industry, credit must be given Charles II for an idea that has evolved into myriad forms both fashionable and utilitarian. Whether deflecting bullets, staying afloat, attending at court or telling the world about yourself through stitched-on patches, let’s see what our members are vested in today!
Late 1960s gold and black brocade vest, Mr. Mort by Stan Herman 1970s embroidered cotton cheesecloth vest by Graz Universite, made in France Late 1960s/early 1970s appliqued velvet vest, made in Pakistan
Vintage 1960s Beaded Vest Victoria Royal British Crown Colony Hong Kong My Vintage Clothes Line on Ruby Lane https://www.rubylane.com/shop/myvintageclothesline
At The Vintage Merchant we have some knit vests, some reversible, some for him and some for her: and, if you're creative, we have sewing pattern #5763 by McCalls from 1977 to make your own:
all from the Past Perfect Vintage archives: 1780s Men's Silk Waistcoat with embroidery and sequins 1790s Men's Silk Devore Satin Double Breasted Vest 1850s Men's Cut Velvet Vest 1850s Men's Cotton Print Matelesse Vest Late Victorian Ladies Wool Soutache Braid Vest
Jantzen Knit Vest, 1990s Mens Striped Cotton Knit Vest, Sz XL/TG, Chest 42 Bohemian Indian Vest, Rust Velvet and Gold Embellished Waistcoat, Handmade in Pakistan Browns Beach Cloth Vest, Vintage Salt and Pepper Herringbone Snap Front Workwear, Sz S
1970s Velveteen Vest / New Old Stock with Store Tags / 34" Bust Pakistani Velvet Patchwork Applique and Soutache Vest / 46" Chest 1980s Oversized Folk Art Sweater Vest / 42" Bust
Antique Edwardian Irish Crochet Lace Vest 1960s Paco Rabanne Gold Mylar Disc Chainmail Vest Inuit Red Wool Vest Handcrafted by Canadian Eskimos Maroon Wool Vest Mens English Riding Style Size Medium 38 Inch Chest 1960s Hippie Curly Lamb Fur Vest Size L
Novelty backgammon board vest 1960s beaded campfire girls vest 1970s dress with faux vest 1970s leather vest with metal rings 1960s mod drop wait pleated dress with vest
1990sUgly Christmas Sparkly Vest https://www.etsy.com/listing/574825668/vintage-1990s-red-sequin-vest-large-red
Late 1940s vest and cardigan jacket pattern Simplicity 2936 1950s dress and vest pattern Simplicity 3345 1970s blouse, vest and skirt pattern Burda 23728 1970s vest and culottes pattern Marie Claire Patron de Paris 8748 1970s vest and flares pattern Burda 66024