Men's Waistcoats

Some people say that waistcoats are on the way out, but there's not much truth in it. After all, a formal suit is only complete with a waistcoat, a smart pair of shoes and a subtle shirt. In the past, taking off the jacket of your three-piece suit was frowned upon, but now no one thinks twice about it. Plus, there's no rule that you can only wear a waistcoat as part of a three-piece suit; you can integrate it into everyday looks, too. That way, you tick the business attire box, but also have an outfit that looks the part for summer. You could also wear a waistcoat with jeans, but make sure you pair it with a shirt in a single colour or with a subtle pattern. When the temperature soars, don a straw hat to emphasise the casual vibe. Or you could channel your inner Brit with a flat cap. Ties and bow ties are also worthwhile accessories, especially if you're putting together a business look.

New: sophisticated everyday style

There are a few rules to follow if you want to look sharp:

Wear no more than three colours in the same outfit.

Any more than that, and the effect is a bit jarring. Wearing fewer colours makes you come across as serious-minded, sophisticated and stylish. You could wear a waistcoat in grey or black, but bold colours make a fine choice, too.

Just one print, and plain colours for the rest.

Any prints that you do include in your outfit should exude a sense of calm. They make more of an impact if the rest of your clothing is in plain colours.

Fine leather shoes and loafers.

Your three-piece suit or casual waistcoat look should have a sound footing: leather shoes. These provide a calm anchoring point for the rest of your clothing.

Order your waistcoat at Afound

Afound offers three upsides that you rarely find in one place:

A top selection from top brands

Afound.com offers waistcoats from major designers and niche producers alike. With a range like this, you're bound to find the perfect waistcoat here.

Top deals and discounts

You can make some serious savings with Afound, which offers products at between 25% and 70% off. There are no hidden costs here, and return delivery is always free of charge, if you need it.

Sustainability: a top priority for us all

At Afound, we strive for sustainability in fashion. You benefit, too: besides clothing from the current season, we also stock items from the previous one. We figured that these pieces were just too good to throw away! We also offer second-hand and vintage pieces for women and men. Check it out – we offer much more than just waistcoats for men and women!

Last but not least, you'll find suit trousers and suit jackets to go with your waistcoat at Afound.

Head to Afound now and get your waistcoat – you'll be glad you did!

You can make the most of three benefits that you rarely find in one place: choice, price and, most importantly, sustainability.

Get yourself to afound.com and order your waistcoat now!

FAQs:

How should waistcoats fit?

Traditionally, waistcoats for men and women were very classy garments. These days, they're increasingly seen as everyday wear. They can still look very upmarket, if that's the style you want. You should always be able to move around comfortably in a waistcoat. Make sure the shirt underneath isn't creased. According to tradition, the bottom button should be left undone. Beneath a jacket, your waistcoat should be largely inconspicuous.

How should I clean my waistcoat?

A piece as classy as a waistcoat or even an entire three-piece suit should only be worn if it's thoroughly clean. The sewn-in label will tell you how to do this. If the washing machine symbol is crossed out, you'll have to get it dry cleaned. If it says that you can wash your suit in the machine, you may need to use a detergent for woollens with it. After washing, put your waistcoat on a hanger to dry slowly. This will keep this fancy garment in shape. If you're not sure how to wash it, test a hidden area to see how the material responds.

Where can you find waistcoats?

Men's outfitters are the standard purveyors of these sophisticated styles. Alternatively, you can pick one up from a well-stocked local retailer... or you can avoid the hassle of getting to a shop in opening hours and order a waistcoat online. Afound always has a bigger selection than local stores, who will only have a limited number of pieces in stock.