Waistcoats

The waistcoat moved from men's tailoring into women's fashion in the 1930s, together with Marlene trousers. It is cut like a suit waistcoat: fitted, buttoned at the front, with points at the hem, often with lapels and flap pockets, and a back in lining fabric with an adjuster strap. Our vintage style waistcoats are newly made by Emmy Design, Femkit, Pretty Vacant and King Louie, with a size chart on every product page.

The fabrics are those of a suit: wool in pinstripe or herringbone, wool bouclé, corduroy, denim and cotton, in plain colours such as wine red, mocha, navy and rust, plus patterned knitted waistcoats. A waistcoat is worn over a blouse or top, open or buttoned, with Marlene trousers or a pencil skirt. The result is the dandy look, which combines a masculine cut with a feminine waist.

More tops: cardigans, jumpers and shirts, plus vintage style blouses, for example pussy bow blouses with the bow worn under the waistcoat. Waistcoats go well with Marlene trousers and pencil skirts, and you will find the complete outfit under dandy look. And if you would rather try things on, you can visit our shop in Windsbach by appointment.