Women's vests

A vest serves two purposes: it completes a suit and works as an outer layer during transitional seasons. The catalog includes styles for both situations, so you can buy a women's vest for an office outfit or for walks in cold autumn weather. The section is part of the women's outerwear category. Below, we explain how to choose the right style and what to wear it with.

Women's vests at Gepur: styles and fabrics

Suit-style designs are made from dense suiting fabric. They feature a V-neckline, button fastening, and a straight or fitted silhouette. They can be worn with trousers made from the same fabric or separately, while tailored vests are available in a separate subcategory.

A longline vest with lapels and patch pockets can replace a lightweight coat. One such style is made from dense eco-cashmere that holds the shape of the lapels.

A quilted vest made from weather-resistant fabric with insulation is suitable for cold weather. Gepur's double-breasted style uses 200 g/m² silicone insulation and is designed for temperatures down to −10°C. Knitted vests and faux-fur styles are ideal for layered looks.

How to choose a vest by length, cut, and season

Length. A cropped waist-length style works with high-rise trousers and skirts. A mid-thigh vest is the most versatile option. A longline style visually elongates the silhouette for heights of 165 cm and above. If you are shorter, wear it with heels or trousers in a matching color.

Armhole and cut. For wearing over a sweater, choose a straight or relaxed cut with deep armholes. Tailored styles have narrower armholes designed for a shirt or lightweight knitwear underneath.

Season. Suiting fabric and knitted styles are suitable for indoor wear and mild weather. Eco-cashmere is designed for cool autumn days. For quilted styles, refer to the temperature rating specified on the product page.

“A common mistake is choosing a vest based on the length of a jacket rather than your proportions. The hem of the vest should end either above the waistband of your trousers or below the widest part of your hips: a line that ends in the middle visually adds volume. Check this by standing sideways in front of a mirror.”

— Natali Bakaeva, GEPUR stylist

What to wear with a women's vest

• Office: a tailored vest, straight-leg trousers in the same fabric, and a white shirt with long cuffs. Loafers or pumps work well with this outfit.
• Instead of a top: wear a buttoned tailored vest directly against the skin with wide-leg high-rise trousers. This combination works for dinner or an event.
• Casual: a longline eco-cashmere vest, a matching turtleneck, straight-leg jeans, and Chelsea boots.
• With a dress: wear a longline vest over a knitted midi dress and add a thin leather belt over the vest at the waist. The belt keeps the silhouette defined.
• Cold weather: wear a quilted style over a hoodie or sweater with joggers and chunky-soled sneakers. Under an oversized coat, it works as an insulating layer.
• Color: a vest that matches the trousers visually elongates the figure, while a contrasting one divides the silhouette into two sections. Ready-made combinations are available in the Gepur autumn looks section.

How to care for a vest depending on the fabric

Suiting fabric should be washed on a delicate cycle at 30°C or dry-cleaned and ironed from the reverse side through a protective cloth. Eco-cashmere and knitted pieces should be hand-washed without vigorous spinning and dried flat, as knitwear can stretch when hung on a hanger. Before washing a quilted style, fasten it and dry it laid out in its natural shape. In all cases, the care instructions on the label take priority.