A waistcoat can complement a suit or serve as an extra layer of warmth, but it is increasingly playing a leading role in casual, business and special occasion outfits. This style has been borrowed from the men's wardrobe, but it fits perfectly into women's outfits. In this section, you will find everyday and exclusive women's waistcoats, including models made of cosy wool, linen and many other fine fabrics. Let yourself be enchanted by their refined cuts, which work so well with different body types. See all the casual and elegant women's waistcoats from Hexeline and complete your wardrobe.
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Women's waistcoats: an elegant solution for various occasions
Elegant and casual women's waistcoats are surprisingly versatile. They can be worn in many different ways, choosing a specific model for the occasion, but also for your own style. They work well in layered outfits, e.g. worn over a shirt, T-shirt, dress, and under a jacket or coat. This way, you can add a bit of depth and make any outfit look much more interesting.
What's more, Hexeline's exclusive women's waistcoats beautifully emphasise the waist. They are often chosen by women who want to emphasise or slightly slim their figure. They also allow you to stand out from the crowd and express your individuality. You can use them to experiment and create unique, original looks.
Exclusive women's waistcoats by Hexeline
The name of the waistcoat comes from the French word "camisole", meaning a jacket. It is a piece of clothing that originated in men's fashion, more specifically in Persian attire. It did not appear in Europe until around 1666. The first women's waistcoat appeared much later, at the beginning of the 20th century. This was thanks to the legendary designer Coco Chanel.
It was Coco who contributed to the popularisation of elegant women's waistcoats. She was inspired by classic men's fashion, transforming it into more feminine styles. As a result, she set completely new trends.
Today, we use waistcoats in a variety of styles. Due to their incredible chicness and, at the same time, a certain nonchalance, they are extremely popular among women who like original, unusual combinations.
How to wear elegant women's waistcoats?
Among the exclusive Hexeline women's waistcoats, you will find various options to choose from. Their form and material depend mainly on the season and the current collection. It is worth noting that our brand releases short limited series. This is one of the features that make our clothes so unique.
We distinguish several main types of waistcoats. These include:
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Elegant women's waistcoat - double-breasted or single-breasted, and sometimes without any fastenings. Made of light materials such as linen (for summer) or slightly thicker ones such as wool and viscose (for spring, autumn and winter). It can be worn as part of a suit or on its own, e.g. in combination with elegant trousers or a skirt.
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Quilted waistcoat - plays a major role in autumn and spring outfits, when it easily replaces a jacket. It can be an alternative to transitional outerwear. It is very functional;
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Long women's waistcoat - longer models cover a larger area of the body, thus protecting against the cold. They can also complement an outfit, e.g. with fitted trousers or a skirt. Their opposite are waist-length and short waistcoats, which mainly serve a visual function;
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Casual waistcoat - made of denim, linen, cotton or knitted fabric. It works well in everyday outfits. It adds character and originality and can be worn with jeans, skirts and even shorts;
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Sports waistcoat - designed for physical activity, made of lightweight, breathable materials, whose main purpose is to ensure comfort during movement. It usually has numerous pockets and fastenings, i.e. additional storage space for outdoor activities.
Pay attention to the cut and material
As you can see, the most important thing when styling regular or exclusive women's waistcoats is to pay attention to their cut, purpose and material. Taking these elements into account, you can easily combine them with different items of clothing.
At Hexeline, we mainly offer elegant women's waistcoats - perfect for wearing to work, evening outings, parties and everyday wear. To give them a more casual look, you can combine them with a simple T-shirt and jeans, for example. If you want your waistcoat to look more elegant, wear a shirt underneath. Depending on the material, you can wear it over a white shirt or one with delicate patterns.
Other options include wearing a waistcoat under a jacket, i.e. in a classic way (e.g. to the office), or even over a dress. The latter is certainly the least obvious option, but it adds a unique character to the whole outfit. You can go for contrasting colours to make the women's waistcoat stand out against the dress, or vice versa: choose a similar shade to create a cohesive look.