Fall 2005: The Return of the Vest
June 16, 2005 – "I really like the look of a traditionally masculine piece on a woman," said Mary Ping. With vests emerging as a major trend, the downtown designer, who paired hers with leggings for a friend-of-the-band vibe, circa 1991, isn't alone. Jean Paul Gaultier, Roberto Cavalli, and J. Mendel offered substantial shearling and fur versions, sure to be worn over filmy chiffon dresses. At Jill Stuart and Luella, vests were paired with fuller skirts à la Laura Ingalls Wilder. And in a nod to Sienna Miller, loosely worn waistcoats made appearances at Alessandro Dell'Acqua, Chanel, and Costume National. But it was Undercover's Jun Takahashi who really subverted this piece, sewing it trompe l'oeil-style to coats and shirts for a hybrid garment that is truly, um, vested with interest.
June 16, 2005 – "I really like the look of a traditionally masculine piece on a woman," said Mary Ping. With vests emerging as a major trend, the downtown designer, who paired hers with leggings for a friend-of-the-band vibe, circa 1991, isn't alone. Jean Paul Gaultier, Roberto Cavalli, and J. Mendel offered substantial shearling and fur versions, sure to be worn over filmy chiffon dresses. At Jill Stuart and Luella, vests were paired with fuller skirts à la Laura Ingalls Wilder. And in a nod to Sienna Miller, loosely worn waistcoats made appearances at Alessandro Dell'Acqua, Chanel, and Costume National. But it was Undercover's Jun Takahashi who really subverted this piece, sewing it trompe l'oeil-style to coats and shirts for a hybrid garment that is truly, um, vested with interest.
