Why Men Stopped Wearing Vests

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[@annasolovyeva1013]

Hi. At least where I am, suit vests returned to women's fashion and they're also seen as a lighter alternative to wearing a suit jacket. Somewhere where you're supposed to be dancing or it's going to be hot (say, a wedding in summer or a ballroom dancing situation)- shirt, vest, bow-tie, no jacket.

[@arnijulian6241]

I stil wear them & neck silks but I wear a leather thick long coat over top which is why most don't notice! It only when I take off indoors that most are surprised that I wear a true vest, shirt & 'waist coat' the same as my grandfather.

[@Ronin_Soldier]

I don’t know about other men but I love the aesthetics of a good vest.

[@cvl-777]

@@Ronin_Soldier I second that…

[@specs6637]

Very much agreed. I love wearing my vests and waistcoats. Mainly cause I feel like they help hide my belly 🤣

[@macktaylor4389]

I agree as well!

[@wmen48]

Foremost they are functional. They cover any slack on the belt and you're shirt doesn't have to be perfect.

[@moorshound3243]

Yep keeps you warm with extra pockets.

[@ashes_of_eden]

Cowboy here. Vest was essential on the frontier (and to a degree still is today) for holding necessary items while riding since accessing pockets on horseback was/is difficult.

[@russellbogrett605]

I'm a barber and in my barbershops my dress code is shirt and tie and waistcoat (vest). It gives a more upscale formal look in the shop. The style is the barber's choice.

[@TUS3434]

@@russellbogrett605 that’s how it should be!

[@timvandenbrink4461]

I would patronize your shop if I lived in your town. 🏆

[@LisaRoy-qb7cv]

Classy

[@trhsrthtrhrthrthtrhs]

Waistcoats(vests) have been essential in softening my look. I'm 6ft, shaved head, tattoos and muscular. I want people to feel relaxed when they see me and a nice tweed waistcoat is a life changer!

[@Weaver1812]

@ I did the same thing for the same reason. I am 6’2” with 70inch shoulders and a 32” waist. I found out some of my colleagues were afraid of large white men. I added the waist coat and the relationships improved massively. I totally agree.

[@johnmillerpere_grin6371]

Now go grow a big handlebar mustache to complete the look

[@deadchivalry1698]

Muscular with a shaved head and tattoos = Biker affiliated MMA fighter Muscular with a shaved head, tattoos, and tweed = Hipster history teacher

[@mariobernard5583]

Photographer here; thanks for the shout out! I've taken to wearing a waist coat (re avatar 👈) for work years ago not only for the elegant look, but for the extra pockets as well, useful for spare batteries, memory cards, as well as (back in the day) extra rolls of film. Cheers!

[@Paranormal-Stupidity]

I love these history lessons. I don't own a vest, but I really feel like I should after watching this. Thanks for sharing!!

[@anuraggautam1896]

I do wear a vest, I come from northern part of India (western Himalayas) winters get really cold here, I have a few waist coats made up of wool. It helps me keep my core warm and I found em really comfortable.

[@WireHedd]

Started wearing vests in high school in the 80s to be different and never stopped. I still wear odd vests with my jackets and have several I wear casually. Will always be a fan.

[@jmwnhlhk]

I was actually just thinking about this last night. Vests/waistcoats just look so nice and I wish they would make a comeback!

[@Firesword534]

Proud owner of six waistcoats myself. I wear a uniform at work, but on the odd occasion where I'm there but don't have to be in uniform, I'm almost always wearing a vest and have always gotten compliments on my outfit. They're a great layering piece and I think just look great. My next suit will be a three piece suit for sure.

[@growinfaithkate6184]

My husband is a teacher and he LOVES to dress in suits, vests, suspenders, peacoats, capes, and hats. the students and faculty adore his effort and style. It really sets the tone for interacting with him. He wants to take the subject and class/students seriously.

[@Kosher_Slider]

Is he a theatre teacher by any chance?

[@LadyPenumbra]

My grandfather, who raised me, always wore a three piece suit unless he was doing farm work. He had wool ones for when it was cold, and silk for when it was warm. Dressing "very casual" for him meant seersucker. I loved him so.

[@water4fire4]

I love the vest. When I taught computer classes I often wore them (along with bow ties as often as ties).

[@TheDoctorD100]

I've been bringing back wearing the vest at my work. My work is more on the professional/casual side, almost no one wears a suit, except for me at special events. Recently I did a couple of presentations wearing a vest/tie combo and got a huge amount of compliments on it. It's another go to in my style portfolio.

[@007-bourne]

No one does style history like RMRS. Thank you.

[@chuckbeggles8858]

Australian here - i don't have a reason to dress up much these days, but when i was a university student, in an Australian version of an english university town (known as Armidale), where the summers only get to the mid 30's Degrees C, but the winters can and will be under Zero, cold n wet, and i am running out the door to a college formal dinner, i found and started wearing a waiste coat under accademic gowns, it is a bit of a class thing for me as a private school educated boy. But also a way to show my seniority over younger students. College ball was always fun, accross town via buses, which would end at like 2 or 3am, outside standing around waiting for buses and i would give my dinner suit jacket to some girl who wss cold, but the waiste coat would help keep me that little bit extra warm in what i consider to be a cold climate. These days the only time i really dress up is for weddings but if its black tie - then i certainly wear my waiste coat. Yes to me its waiste coat rather than vest. I do wear suspenders when in my dinner suit. Thanks for the education and i will be passing this onto a few mates.

[@maggiem6209]

Well-dressed men and women will ALWAYS have my heart. I hate that dressing well has been made less important and harder to attain.

[@MAWA2024]

I love this kind of what I'll call "history of random everyday items". Things that might occasionally puzzle you but you never take the time to find out the answer.

[@davidalbus8089]

I love my vest for concealed carry in the appendix position. It allows me to tuck in my buttoned shirts and not have to have a jacket on at the same time.

[@jkrause365]

For those entertainers who both play guitar for example, and sing, the vest is a very convenient garment, not just a stage prop. With its deep pockets, a vest becomes a place where such thing as picks, capos, even small tuning devices can be stored and easily retrieved.

[@anthonyglaser929]

plus this time of year if you've got an outdoor gig a full jacket just won't work, but a vest is perfect.

[@NiallOhArailt]

Virile is pronounced like beer aisle, not viral. Virile means manly, viral means infectious.

[@Ego.monster]

@@NiallOhArailt yes but isn’t manliness infectious?

[@alexsachse]

I started wearing vests occasionally recently for, among other reasons, their ability to make you looks a bit slimmer (of course, this depends on the color and style of the vest). They are also great at eliminating the muffin look when your shirt slowly becomes untucked. I have gotten nothing but compliments since I started wearing them, from young and older people. I think an increasing number of people realize that looking informal all the time takes away the magic and, in my experience, people generally respond positively when you look more put-together. Vests also instantly increase the variation in your available outfits.

[@kathydoyel1582]

Female here, and I love the look of a suit and tie, with or without the vest. We have become such a casually dressed society so it is a nice change.

[@georgerobartes2008]

The waistcoat was in existence several decades before popularity in the English Court. It was developed by soldiers during a variety of conflicts in particular the English Civil Wars. The period was particularly cold , the Thames froze annually . Soldiers on reissue of their coats used the old coat i.e. the " waste coat " under the reissue by removing the parts subjected to high wear , sleeves and the bottom hemline of the coat . The " military look " ( still popular today of course ) became popular as did the colour red, with the gentry to appear more macho to impress the opposite sex despite the fact few served on the front line. By the reign of Charles 2nd , the garment had acquired an additional name , the " Chate " or " cheat " in that the garment was constructed of a fine quality heavy fabric in front with a lesser quality in the back panels which were often shortened to the waist .

[@oldsingingstudentdougbillf1665]

I have 8 vests. All interchangeable and various colours. They can be worn with jeans or more dress up style. They are cheap but under a jacket they look great. Love them!

[@davidkantor7978]

I was in a clothing store, saw a vest that I really liked. Then I saw the price, and said, “for that much money, they could give you sleeves”.

[@ebinrock]

I'm thinking about that funny reference in the 1984 Steve Martin comedy "All of Me", where his character assures his boss at the law firm that he's going to start taking his legal career seriously: "Later on today, I'm going to buy a vest."

[@holmavik6756]

The indoor temperatures is so much higher nowadays than it was in the earlier days. I love wearing a vest but it makes me soaked in sweat

[@Taldaran]

Virile is pronounced Veer-ile, not viral.

[@holeymcsockpuppet]

I hope this comment goes virile.

[@jandtechahmed3203]

I usually wear a waist coat with peak lapels in court during summer as it is more lighter and dapper than a full on blazer

[@jeffreyhotchkiss9451]

1980s San Francisco, before Business Casual took hold. All downtown professional men wore 3-piece suits. They fit the foggy climate nicely. I even had a trenchcoat for the cooler rainier days. Grodins mens store had an annual fall sale. Off the rack 3-piece suits for $100 or so. They looked decent and fit well.

[@Stabu]

The algo sent me here. When I go to a corporate office these days no-one is wearing a tie for almost any occasion. People work in jeans and a polo shirt. Business casual can mean almost anything it seems. I personally still wear suspenders with my jeans and all the rest. But I'm super non-stylish and non-usual in the sense that I care rather little about this stuff. Thank you for the video, it was very interesting and informative about a topic I never even thought about until now.

[@edi9892]

They look good, and are a really functional piece of garment. The thing I dislike about suits though are the ties. I never understood why we put a noose around our necks. Whenever I wear them, I feel tied up and short of breath.

[@facelessgames94]

Are you on the spectrum because I experienced the same thing with ties. Felt like it was choking me even when I loosened it. But i persevered and conditioned myself over several years just so I could wear my favourite colours when I had to dress fancy.

[@gesalbte]

I used to have this problem too. I had to change to wearing dress shirts with half an inch more neck room. Some people may have to wear shirts with a full inch more neck room.

[@edi9892]

@@facelessgames94 I didn't know that this would identify me. LOL. I might qualify as a mild case of Asperger. I do get irony, and all that stuff, but struggle maintaining eye contact, and have problems listening to people when other people talk in the background. Else, I'm very much independent minded and viciously defend my personal space.

[@kokonots7311]

Try an ascot/cravat!

[@ianhopping105]

I tend to like a shirt collar the next size up, that way I can wear a tie, even though I don't need to. I do like a tie, I have over 30. Mind you, I like a cravat too (not the formal 'wedding' kind)! These are great to add colour to an open neck shirt, a nice contrast colour.

[@TheEclecticGoat]

When my husband and I got married my dress was white and teal. My husband’s suit was grey, and we had a vest made that matched my dress. It allowed him to take his coat off during the reception and still look formal. He has never looked more handsome ❤

[@m.m4982]

I hope you didn't make him wear a matching teal vest like a high school prom 😢

[@joshuawalker301]

I wear vests on a daily basis, I have them in a variety of materials and thicknesses, I begin wearing them because of me riding my motorcycle and it bled through all my activities and needs. They're great, they look great and it's an extra layer that won't mess with your upper limbs mobility, that matters both in winter and dead summer. Too many sleeves overlapping and you can't move, no sleeves in summer it's also useful.

[@dtshifter]

Vests went out of use about the same time as people started getting fat. I actually worked in a suit factory while going to night school in the late eighties. While there we had just started to remove vests from suits. We had piles of them because of the sudden sharp drop in demand.

[@marenjones6665]

There's an echo of the old vests in the IT fleece vest. The extra mobility is great for hauling PCs and wrangling cables, while thie extra warmth is great for working in chilly server rooms and moving between buildings on campus. 😂

[@Jock609]

I often wear a vest under my shirt, especially when the weather is cold; I rarely wear a waistcoat these days.

[@knowname23]

You forgot the biker subculture. We wear vests (or cut-offs) all the time. The functionality isn’t lost on us.

[@Theanonymousbystander]

I havent. All 12 of my suits are 3 pieces. Still havent ditched pocket squares or cufflinks either (and im a late 90s kid). Gotta bring it all back

[@mpetersen6]

And cuffs on dress pants. They just look better.

[@Algorithm_work_your_magic]

2:57, those silk aistcoats are badass, I would wear that any day of the week in my powdered wig

[@echaleganas4242]

I’ll be honest; I wear a waistcoat to hide some of my gut in my shirt. A waistcoat allows me to still wear my dress shirts without the hint that the buttons of the shirt are struggling to hold on 😂. Sizing up would create too much room in the arms/shoulders. Once I lose the weight, the waistcoat can be adjusted in the back to bring it in to fit my slimmer waist. Waistcoats can style you through different sizes 👍🏼.

[@danmorgan3685]

Yeah, workplaces got downright hot over the decades. When I had to wear a suit while talking on the phone for a living I needed a summer weight suit just to keep from overheating and dropping.

[@tonygoodwinjr9293]

I really enjoy listening to the history of men's clothing. There are so many things I didn't know and probably never would've thought to look up about something as simple as clothing.

[@FrownyMascot]

I was recently invited to a Gatsby party so I was obligated to purchased myself a vest...what I didn't know was how much I actually loved it, it has real pockets that worked and I could even use the lower ones for hand warmers Lol I need to now incorporate it somehow into my wardrobe

[@eduardodiaz2649]

Enjoy your historical sartorial videos. I’ve had vest as part of my wardrobe since the late 80s, and never fail to get a compliment on how and what I wear them with… Keep posting these videos. Thanks

[@Ardie_06]

I believe that casual elegant vests may be coming back to fashion. I myself started wearing vests casually because they look amazing. Truth be told, I am the only one in my area that does that but more and more people are saying that it looks good.

[@turbojuudas]

weell-fitting vest makes wonders to your posture as well.

[@tomray8765]

I started wearing Vests from time to time after I started wearing SUSPENDERS (Belt was cutting into my waist.) Not only do the vests cover my suspenders, (which can make me look like an "old Fisherman") they sort of make me look a bit "dressed up" a bit too. I buy mine at high end "thrift shops, so they are CHEAP. Warm too.

[@dillonvossen1144]

@2:12 virile is pronounced "veer-ile" not viral - great content Antonio!

[@theOlLineRebel]

ROFL! Glad I’m not the only one. “Viral”. Oh my. Never heard of virile? I.e., masculine? Wow.

[@AlexBostoen]

why is the comment section filled with the blue collar tough guys complaining they have shit to do and those who do wear it are pretentious, as if they never go to a restaurant or are never invited to an event . They are nagging about "real men" but they get triggered by some proper clothing, didn't think a "real" man would be scared by a proper suit.

[@EEEEEEE354]

One of them was actually alluding to him wanting to be nude. Lol

[@donquixote2072]

Pretty sure a lot of gun fighters in the American west wore them. I guess they weren't real men, though they probably beat a few of them to the draw lol

[@AlexBostoen]

@@EEEEEEE354 ah yes "civilised" people lol

[@AlexBostoen]

@@donquixote2072 i just love that they need to say "real men" as if all the stuff they use aren't invented by these so called wusses that for some reason don't work "hard".

[@yoavbenclaudia3073]

As someone who tries to wear vests/waistcoats often, I can say they trap a lot of heat. They’re viable in the cold and if you work in the cold, but in heated buildings or warmer climates, they’re very suffocating. There’s just no point in wearing it. It’s also why pirate captains didn’t really wear their coats outside of looking wealthy in settlements-if they did at all-because they were otherwise impractical where they mostly operated. If it’s true that the Earth is warmer now than it was a hundred years ago, then that’s another reason they’re worn less, because even the cooler months are no longer as cold as need be for a waistcoat to be practical. Additionally, it’s a matter of fashion trends. I’m glad I still see gentleman sporting waistcoats. They’re elegant.

[@chakinabox]

Our workplace is more work-casual for wear, and I definitely prefer wearing a waistcoat as opposed to a regular suit jacket and tie. There are also times we may need to move furniture or lift heavy packages, so a waistcoat definitely frees up arm movement and helps breathe better too! And since not a lot of people wear them, it also gives me a stylish look that makes a very good impression on clients!

[@gowzahr]

I've been collecting bow ties for about a year now. I also started a collection of sweater vests to cover up my buttons and the void left by my old ties.

[@Camrographer]

I think I have a vest problem. I think I have around sixty:) They're really good for that in-between season time when a jacket is too little or too much.

[@nostalji93]

Thats bs. I don't believe you when you say you are wearing wests for thermoregulation. If your feeling chilly there is no point in putting on a piece of cloth that doesn't cover your extremeties. A simple shirt is more effective to keep you warm. If you want to add extra layers for themoregulation other options are way better. You do it because you like how they look.

[@Camrographer]

@@nostalji93 Dude, without context that's quite a claim. I agree that it's not the ideal method of thermoregulation (as I was a hiker/climber) but that's not the primary reason I'm wearing it. I wear it because it looks professional when I'm working outdoors while not being burdened by extra bulk. I'm professional commercial photographer not a mountaineer or mechanic. I do good work but presentation matters and it boosts self image.

[@nostalji93]

@@Camrographer nah it's basic physics, biology and a tiny bit of psychology. Enough context. Also I tried vests myself... It's fine to just wear something for it's optics, no need to pretend it's functional. Unless the function is looking more professional imo vests are useless. They look good on you. That's a good enough reason for you to like them.

[@Camrographer]

@@nostalji93 Tell you what. Wear one in the summer and let me know if it it feels any different.

[@nostalji93]

@@Camrographer I know how it feels to wear a vest. ^^ You really want to stick to your believe that vest are "really good for that in-between season time". Thats fine, but won't convince me. The only aspect regarding functionallity I agree with you is that vest don't inhibit ur mobility. We have different social environment that value appearance completely differently. For you it might appear proffessional for me it would appear pretentious. People would think I try to compensate if I suddenly dressed up in the lab. Even if a Proffessor from a natural science would wear a vest at university, I'd assume he got lost from the economic or law institutes. Sorry for my bluntness, but I like to engage with other perspectives here. As a photographer I assume you can relate.^^ Enjoy your vests. They do look nice. If you enjoy them for whatever reason thats good enough.

[@GoosetavoS42]

Now do to modern heating systems in our buildings and vehicles guys are wearing basketball shorts in the winter. I slowly getting back into vests, for I find sweaters to hot. Everyone has there own temperature they like to set in their buildings and vehicles, making it annoying to take the sweater on and off. So right now I have one of those green wool outdoor work vest. It’s very convenient, not too hot or too cold.

[@hughmaxwell8143]

Extra pockets, extra warmth always welcome. Helps cover up the gut as well. We pronounce them more like “ west cut” as opposed waste coat.

[@endrineziraj2156]

Hello, love the vids and keep up the good work. I wondering if u can add an video for canes.I would love that, thank.

[@littletimelord2755]

I’m 19. When I wear a suit, I wear it with a vest, a pocket watch, and a fedora. I never leave house without the fedora. I mean I’ve seen your videos so I know why men stopped wearing em, but *why did men stop wearing these?* They’re awesome, and they look great!

[@CommentViking]

I as a 19 yr old wear a vest from time to time, combined with jeans, it looks very cool

[@sebastianandersson7708]

stylish and casual, same thing here. ripped/torn jeans with a grey vest and white shirt, thats the key my young friend

[@KelikakuCoutin]

Subscribed. At 2:10 you have described something in a quote as referring to something being "viral." Viral and virile are two words that are sometimes confused. They are close in spelling and pronunciation. We will examine the definitions of viral and virile, where these words came from and some examples of their use in sentences. Viral is an adjective that refers to something related to a virus. A virus is a type of germ or agent of infection that causes disease. Virile describes someone or something that is strong and vigorous. For the most part, the word virile is applied to males. Virile is an adjective, the noun form is virility. The word virile is derived from the Latin word virilis, which means worthy of a man. Great job. Thanks for the content. Keep up the good work. בס'ד

[@freeradical5535]

@@KelikakuCoutin came to say the same. Thanks!

[@Willi_Ender]

2:20 funny how virile and viral suddenly become the same word 😂😂😂

[@TheEmperor-fg5yh]

I'm an old school south western guy, so I rock a plain but tidy wool vest all the time, even when hunting. But among cowboy types It's not that uncommon a garment. It's shockingly functional and practical once you get used to it. It never hurts to look sharp in any environment either...

[@SurmaSampo]

Yeah, the vest didn't die out. The fashion accessory version with no real utility did.

[@FA2training]

Vest and waistcoats has been my vibe for the longest. Formal or not

[@bradscribner4715]

I wear silk waste coats with western jacket, blue jeans and cowboy boots. And, don’t forget the hat and bola tie. Great combo.

[@justindesjarlais7995]

Atta boy!

[@jamessmithson-br7rm]

We have this thing called good insulation and reliable central heating… we simply don’t need to wear so many layers any more

[@PotsdamSenior]

Don't you ever leave your house?

[@Man_of_TheWay]

I prefer a vest with a suit because when the jacket comes off the dress shirt always looks awful, tailored or not.

[@nickporter9264]

Great video Antonio! I bought a burgundy double breasted waistcoat to wear for my son’s baptism. I love that I can wear it with any of my suits and it looks great.

[@noc8076]

A vest sets you apart without being tacky.

[@necrotic_shrimp]

I own 2 waistcoats and I own a Trilby. I wear them mainly during early Autumn and later spring and I love the Casual/smart style just for going out

[@AdamPentz-ct2hn]

As a teacher of The Lord of the Rings and a hobbit lover I've started wearing vests and sweater vests again, and I love it! It's a good look, and like the narrator said, it's more versatile than a coat for going between Idaho cold outside and the warm classrooms inside.

[@Detvanliga]

A very good and on point historical walkthrough! .

[@nothing0062]

I like waistcoats. They add a more formal look with minimal effort.

[@MatthewDiClemente-s7u]

Thank you for sharing this history. Virile and viral are not the same thing. Viral rhymes with spiral, and virile rhymes with beer vial. I hope this helps!

[@neretaireamenhotep2186]

Dreamy sigh....I miss society being well dressed. Bring back the vest❤

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

me too 😢

[@1ijak]

Im a pretty casual guy and don't really dress up, but I really enjoy your videos and learning about the history of this stuff. I rather like the look of suspenders and really like the look of a nice vest.

[@ianhopping105]

I wear waistcoats most of the time outside my apartment when it isn't too hot. I have 16, some with suits, some bought singly. In fact I noticed the other day on the way out I felt underdressed without one on. I have a range, from colourful, to designer, to cheap. Apart from my inner peacock 😅 one of the reasons I wear them is one of thr reasons you give; I don't want to wear a jacket indoors, and a waistcoat keeps shirt, and tie if I'm wearing one, under control. They can also add that flash of contrast you mention, giving colour against a white or pale shirt worn with dark trousers. And yes, the back panel design can add a 'pop' to an otherwise straight colour combo.

[@vw8886]

I live in TX and it's 100 degrees already I don't need a vest, long sleeves are bad enough.

[@mr.s.7081]

I hardly ever wear a suit, but that aside, for me a waistcoat is almost a must to go with a suit *unless* it's summer. When it's too hot for a wool suit that includes a waistcoat, it just is.

[@rhiannejones3815]

Haha men are so weak these days 😂 sweat is sexy!

[@sherlock-kun]

Not even a man, but I still love wearing waistcoats, they're so underrated. They go well with everything, especially pleaded skirts

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

Me too, I'm obsessed with vests. I just live in sweatervests. I'm always cold, so they keep me warm in the AC, but still allow me mobility.

[@jwabeasley9877]

I live in a hot area and thus can't really wear suit jackets or sport coats most of the time, but I also want to dress a little more than office casual. Vests are my solution - one other man at the office also wears them, we are easily the best dressed in the office.

[@rebeccaburrow7199]

As a woman, i love slacks w a vest, unbottoned collar, and rolled up sleeves like Patrick Jane from The Mentalist. Easy, elegant, good-looking on any man, and sharp. Practically impossible to find a two piece suit w a vest instead of a jacket though. It would be a lot cheaper. Vests are MUCH easier to make than a suit jacket. Bring vests back!

[@BojackHorseman0098]

I don't think it's a big factor, but I think the association with restaurant waiters definitely didn't help

[@thomasdee1980]

I live in the Uk and it always makes me smile when he says suspenders. In the Uk we call them braces. What we call usspenders are what women wear to keep stockings up while wearing lingerie so it has a very differet meaning lol

[@Falcodrin]

@@thomasdee1980 they make those for dudes too to keep shirts tucked and dress socks up by just chaining them together

[@thomasdee1980]

@@Falcodrin I know, but in the UK we don't call them suspenders. The word is only used in reference to women's lingerie. So if a guy says he is wearing suspenders, he will get some weird looks

[@kanucks9]

@@thomasdee1980 and the reverse is true for thongs.

[@thomasdee1980]

@@kanucks9 ot sure I follow. I know in Austrailia, thongs are footwear which we refer to to as "flip flops" in the UK. In the UK, a thong is a type of female underwear (I suppose men could wear them too)

[@janseyveloz8515]

I'm muscular with broad shoulders. I find vests to fit better than any suit, so I only were vests now. They look way more aesthetic on me.

[@jacksprat7413]

I’ve been wearing suits every day for 35 years. This is not a leaner trend. As a boy about 50% of suits had vest. Vests came back into style about 10 years ago. Most of the younger men I work with have at least one three piece suit.

[@NM-tl6pe]

I recently started wearing a vest after buying my first suit ever, at 54yo. I really like the vest more than the jacket.

[@alexkarlsson660]

I love vests. Just wish I could find a type that's way more casual but still looks good

[@spark300c]

button up sweeter vest are more casual But I have trouble finding them in stores.

[@alexkarlsson660]

@spark300c thank you for the recommendation. I'll look into it

[@Madidahoan]

Conversely, AC probably also contributed to the downfall of the vest, because it meant a shift to several of our biggest cities now being in places like Georgia, or Texas, so regardless of the office space, a man who came of age in a GI uniform would not want a vest most days in those hot climates. Or at least that's my guess.

[@Kalvain14]

When I worked in the office, I wore vests. No jacket. Seven years straight. I work from home now, so I don't do it anymore.

[@mpetersen6]

When l worked for a funeral home l always wore a vest. And suspenders. Two reasons. With my build l have problems with shirt tails. Vests and suspenders really control them. Second was in colder weather every little bit helps. On another note. Functional vests have never gone out of style. Buy functional l mean work bests meant to be worn on job sites.

[@xcx8646]

We call them waistcoats in the UK (for us vests are maybe what you call singlets. Sleeveless garments worn under a shirt to help keep you warm) but I haven't stopped wearing them! I've just bought myself and my Dad Christmas themed waistcoats that have matching ties and pocket squares. We'll rock them on Christmas Day. A fun way to bring a bit of style to the holidays - I'm tired of T-shirts and jeans!

[@robertreisner6119]

I have 3 vest and usually wear them when I am out and about. I no longer wear a belt just suspenders and either work or dress slacks. My shirts are a wide variety of colors as are my ties. My shoes and boots are well polished and it compliments my coat, suit, and my fedora. Some have called me a man out of time...which is fine with me and my lady.

[@Rafael-qd3yq]

@@robertreisner6119 I have heard that many times myself, but I like being different, especially considering the fashion trends these days

[@PotsdamSenior]

Nice to see that there are more of us fashion rebels out there 👍

[@PhilbyFavourites]

2:06 it’s pronounced “vir-isle” as in virile (having strength, energy, and a strong sex drive (typically used of a man). "he was a powerful, virile man"). Not Viral as in “of, relating to, or caused by a virus. a viral infection. 2. : quickly and widely spread or popularized especially by means of social media. a viral video.” So as well as being stylish try to be phonetically correct please.

[@typical-dad314]

Because we got fat.

[@joshXnovak1]

Never mind the fat politicians, aristocrats, and gangsters who proudly sported vests in the time.

[@jasperzanovich2504]

Prediction: It's either cars or WW1. EDIT: It's always one of those two.

[@Gamerf0rlife]

Well, I am an old soul even though I was born in the late 80s. But my every day wear whenever I have to leave my house (minus shoveling snow and everything) is tie with dress shirt, vest, business pants, dress cowboy boots, and a long coat of some kind.( I own dusters, trench coats, and pea coats). I don't wear suit jackets because I am not a fan of them, and my long coats cover that bit up since I prefer the profile of a long coat more. I just like looking professional whenever I am out and about, so for me, the vest has never gone away. lolz

[@madheadx]

Vests or battle jackets are big part of metal clothing 🤘

[@shigshug8581]

fun fact, vests were invented in 1666

[@FishplateFilms]

Thanks Antonio. I've had Vests since my early 20's , and still wear them in my 50's today. Last year I finally got two vintage , railroad pocket watches to go with them and love the look. Wearing them with a tie is very cool in my opinion. Cheers Gregg.

[@JustClassicStuff]

I think the main reasons are: the popularity of double-breasted jackets in some decades and more relaxed look of single-breasted jakcet without a vest