An elongated vest, at first glance, is not the most necessary thing in the wardrobe. However, one has only to buy or sew one of these, and it becomes clear - this is exactly the thing that will make it clear that its owner has a taste and sense of style. Such vests, sewn from any fabric, having different lengths and a varied palette, are now worn in the office with a skirt, and in their free time with jeans and even with shorts and sneakers.

How to choose women's vests from fabric

Elongated vests as a fashion trend entered a new round of popularity (after the previous one, launched in the 70s by the Yves Saint Laurent fashion house) a couple of years ago, and today this garment feels confident in designer collections and mass market stores. However, to choose exactly your vest, you will have to try.

To begin with, it is worth noting that such a vest will go to any figure, height and age. Moreover, the vest creates two elongated verticals on the sides, which visually stretches the figure and adds harmony and stature, so full ladies simply need elongated women's vests made of fabric. Choose large sizes with a length that covers the hips, which are often a problem area.

For short women, it is better to choose models that are not too elongated, to the middle of the thigh, so as not to appear even lower. It is better to complement the vest with skirts to stretch the silhouette more.

Owners of a pear-shaped figure should choose a vest that expands downwards, and an hourglass should emphasize the waist with a belt or strap, so choose women's vests made of fabric that are elongated from softer fabrics.

With trousers

An elongated vest gives any casual look a fresh breath and a touch of chic, but sometimes the question arises of what to wear this piece with. The easiest option is to complete the vest with trousers or jeans. Skinny jeans or boyfriends plus a laconic T-shirt or a light shirt in combination with a vest no longer look trite. For a casual look, add loafers or slip-ons to the set, and heeled shoes will add chic. If you combine red pumps, a vest, skinny jeans and a black or white long vest, you get a modern classic - the perfect look that can only lack red lipstick. However, the vest will fit under the vest in other combinations - it can reduce the official look of a strict thing.

With trousers, you can combine any model of women's elongated vests made of fabric. So, a loose long vest made of soft fabric goes well with sneakers. For a complete look, take a bulky backpack.

For an office option, wear a sleeveless blouse and tight pants under the vest. The vest will need to be buttoned up and added to the image of the boat - it will turn out fresh and fashionable, but strictly business-like.

A very long vest with pockets and a voluminous collar goes well with bell-bottoms or trousers that are wide from the hip. This bohemian loose look is perfect for chilly spring or fall days. However, this set is only suitable for tall girls, it will not adorn girls of miniature stature.

A bold and edgy ensemble is obtained by wearing culottes or pajama-style trousers with an elongated vest.

Women's vests made of fabric, elongated in combination with a skirt

The hem of a skirt or dress should at least peek out from under the vest, otherwise the image may turn out to be vulgar - it will give the impression that there is nothing on the girl except for the vest.

However, young long-legged girls are allowed a lot, and in the summer season, in an informal setting, it would be quite appropriate to look ultra-mini, balanced by a longer vest.

If you sew an elongated women's vest made of fabric to match the fabric of the dress and with a length of hem to hem, such an outfit will look expensive and chic.

Straight midi skirts and mid-calf length A-line skirts look great with an elongated vest. A narrow pencil skirt will also become a companion to the vest. With a length to the middle of the knee, you get an office version, and more will create an amazing evening look.

Fabrics from which women's vests are sewn from elongated fabric

Photos from fashion shows prove that you can sew an elongated vest from any fabric. More classic models are sewn from those that hold their shape well. Basically, these are costume fabrics - linen, tweed, gabardine.

Free cut models can be made from any dress fabrics, they create a more informal, free look. Vests with a length below the knee look good from such fabrics.

Also, the vest can be knitted. Thick woolen threads make cozy models for cool weather, and thin, openwork knitted vests are ideal for boho, chic or ethnic style.

Also, the vest can be made of leather or suede (natural or artificial) or denim. as a rule, they are fitted, but they are worn unbuttoned. If you add a checkered shirt to such a vest, you get a slight hint of a country look.

Leather models can be complemented with grunge studs or zippers. At the same time, an elongated straight-cut leather vest goes well with trousers and simple shirts - it's a great way to add a little freedom to a classic or monochrome look.

The fringe that adorns the hem or shelf of the vest will create new accents in the image.

And finally, silk - truly chic evening vests for women are sewn from it. Long silk vests can be added to total bow sets (this is a set made up of objects of the same color) to a dress or trouser suit.

Colors

The most versatile colors are white and black. It is in them that women's vests are predominantly sewn from fabric. Elongated black vests are suitable for casual looks, for business style, and for evening outings. White will refresh perfectly complement jeans and black trousers. Also white is a great companion to any bright colors. Complement a white vest and jeans with a yellow top, or red pumps, or even a handbag. The combination with white will make these bright shades even more juicy.

However, behind the versatility of black and white, one should not forget about other colors, for example, beige, which can be safely considered the new black in terms of versatility. Or camel color - elegant and noble.

If you want bright spots, you can sew a vest from any fabric and any color, or look for the right one in stores, as Zara brand boutiques present bright and juicy orange women's vests made of elongated fabric.

How to wear an elongated vest in cold weather

An elongated vest will help out perfectly on cool days, when you still don’t feel like dressing in outerwear, but layering already looks appropriate.

Under the vest, you can wear a turtleneck or longsleeve made of knitwear or even voluminous, but in this case it is worth adding a massive top with a narrow skirt or skinny trousers and a heel.

A great retro look will come from a straight suede vest, turtleneck, knee-length flared skirt, heeled ankle boots and a wide-brimmed hat.

for summer

In summer, an elongated vest can be worn with almost anything. Such a vest will come in handy to make a little more serious mini-dress. Also, the vest will perfectly complement the crop top and the sun skirt or skinny jeans.

Surprisingly, even with shorts and a T-shirt, a vest will look appropriate. Choose white or, on the contrary, bright, but then it should be the main accent in the outfit.

Do-it-yourself fashionable vest

It is quite simple to create an elongated vest with your own hands. The simplest idea is not to throw away a boring jacket, but to rip off his sleeves and give things a new life.

However, you can create elongated women's vests from fabric from scratch. Patterns today are easy to find and buy, but you can build them yourself.

To build such a pattern, you need to take a few measurements:

1. The length of the vest - measure and set aside two values ​​​​- from the neck to the waist and from the waist below, so it will be clear where to make the darts.
2. Bust and waist circumference - on the pattern, set aside half of these values ​​\u200b\u200b+3 centimeters for a fit.
3. Armhole depth.
4. Neck girth - set aside half on the pattern.
5. Shoulder length.

Lay the finished parts of the pattern on the fabric. To do this, fold the canvas in half, put the back detail (on the right in the pattern) to the fold of the fabric, so the back will turn out to be one-piece. Place the shelf part (on the left) on the free edge - there will be two of these parts.

Key points to keep in mind:

• Choose the right fabric. If you want a more classic vest, take costume fabrics, if the cut is loose, then you can consider knitwear. Do not save on fabric, the type of the final product and its service life depend on its quality.
• Suit-type vests must have a lining, do not forget to buy fabric for it - silk, viscose or polyester. The lining can be made both in the color of the main fabric, and in a companion shade or in contrast. However, remember that often an elongated vest is worn unbuttoned, therefore, the lining will become part of the whole look.
• Carefully take all measurements, especially if you are building a pattern yourself - the correct fit of the vest depends on this.
• For beginner seamstresses, it is better to choose simple models of vests - straight, fitted, without complicated lapels and pockets. The main details of the pattern will then be the front, back, armhole and neckline (plus front and back details for lining).

A ready-made vest will make any, even the simplest, look truly fresh and stylish.

In this tutorial, I will show you how to design your individual base pattern in order to make a women's vest pattern. You can independently build a pattern for a classic-style vest (part 1), or with a jacket-type collar and a stand-up collar (part 2).

Vest number 1 is a classic women's wardrobe.

The classic women's vest is a model with semicircular reliefs from the armhole or with vertical reliefs from the shoulder seam. The cutout can be of any shape: triangular or semicircular - the models on the first collage.

In order for the vest to fit the figure perfectly, the patterns of almost all models are built with a middle seam on the back. This will help to adjust the pattern during the fitting.

We draw the lines of the neck and armholes.

The construction of any vest model begins with the fact that a line of the edge of the bead is drawn at a distance of 1.5 - 2 cm from the line of the middle of the shelf pattern, parallel to it - photo 1. If your clothing size is 50 - 54, it will help you to make your own individual pattern.

Then we draw new lines for the neckline and armholes on the back and front pattern. The depth of the classic triangular cutout is 17 - 18 cm - point 1. You can draw straight or concave lines, depending on the model of the vest.

Expand the necklines on the back and shelf by 1.5 - 2 cm - points 2 and 3, on the back deepen by 0.5 - 1 cm - point 4. Draw new neck lines, as shown in the drawing.

The line of the shoulder seam is made shorter by 2 - 3 cm, and the armhole must be deepened by 3 cm. Draw new armhole lines in front and back as shown in photo 1.

The bottom line of a classic vest is drawn on the back pattern at a distance of 6 - 10 cm from the waist line. On the shelf, the distance from the waist line to the top of the triangle can be 12 - 18 cm. It is important that the triangular bottom of the front looks proportional.

For example, if you chose a distance of 12 cm from the waist line along the relief line (point 5), then on the line of the edge of the bead from the waist, measure 6 cm down (point 6), and connect the resulting point with point 5.

Pay attention to the thin dotted lines on the neckline of the shelf near point 1. I recommend making the distance between them as in the photo - from 0 to 1 cm, depending on the density of the fabric. The thinner the fabric, the smaller this distance, optimally - 4 - 5 mm.

If you are sewing a vest from a loose fabric: wool, tweed or boucle, measure 1 cm. If you are making a pattern on tracing paper, simply lay the fold to the point of the center of the chest, and pin it or tape it. This is done so that the neckline of the finished product fits nicely with a blouse or jumper.

We model semicircular reliefs.

Draw semicircular lines of reliefs on the patterns of the back and shelves, which smoothly turn into vertical tucks. And also draw the lines for the location of the pockets - photo 3.

Cut the shelf along the relief line, from the armhole to the bottom line. Connect the sides of the chest tuck - photo 2. If you have a base pattern without a shoulder tuck on the back, then you can cut the back pattern along the relief line.

When finished, your pattern of a classic women's vest should be the same as in photo 4.

On the basis of the pattern, it is easy to make a shoulder tuck. It is enough to extend the shoulder seam on the back by 1.2 - 1.6 cm - point 8, divide the resulting distance into 3 parts, and draw a straight line 7 - 9 cm long perpendicular to the line of the shoulder seam. From this line (the center of the tuck), set aside to the right and to the left 6 - 8 mm each (1.2: 2 = 0.6 mm).

For a vest model with semicircular reliefs, it is necessary to convert the shoulder tuck into a relief. To do this, draw a straight line from the top of the tuck to the relief (at a right angle) - photo 9.

Then cut the pattern along this line, connecting the edges of the shoulder tuck - photo 10.

In order for the length of the reliefs to remain the same, cut off the excess - point 11.

Continuation of the master class, part 2 -

This stylish vest in rich beige color will make a splash! Still would! The vest looks emphatically impressive, decorated with wide stitching, pockets with flaps, the waist is emphasized by a wide belt. In this vest, be sure you will not go unnoticed. In addition, this vest is absolutely self-sufficient and does not require any additional decorations, and you need to wear it exclusively on underwear.

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You can sew this vest from any or thin ones. The vest is lined with natural viscose.

Before sewing this vest, it is necessary to build and, according to which we will model our vest.

Vest in detail

Vest shelf modeling

Rice. 1. Modeling the shelf of the vest

On the base pattern of the dress pattern, close the chest tuck by making a cut as shown in Fig. 1. Transfer the travel tuck as shown in Fig. 1. Draw the relief lines of the shelves according to the pattern, cut along the relief lines.

Lengthen the shoulder line up by 1.5 cm, slightly rounding the line. Set aside the necessary values ​​​​from the line of the middle of the front to build the side and lapel of the vest. From the waist line on the side, lay down 22 cm and draw a horizontal dotted line. Set aside another 8 cm from it, from the middle of the front to the left 4 cm and along the pattern, connecting all the points obtained, draw a line of the side and the lapel of the vest.

In addition, construct a pick-up, a lapel fold line and a 4 cm wide armhole facing.

On the shelf, according to the marking, put the line of the welt pocket into the frame, draw a pocket valve 6 cm wide according to the pattern, slightly rounding one corner.

Modeling the back of the vest

Rice. 2. How to sew a vest: back modeling

Extend the line of the shoulder up, slightly rounding the line, set aside 1.5 cm (see Fig. 2. How to sew a vest: modeling the back). Along the line of the middle of the front from the neckline, also set aside 1.5 cm upwards, draw a slightly concave line (one-piece backrest).

Draw an embossed seam along the lines of the back tuck. Set aside 22 cm from the waist down and draw a new line for the bottom of the back of the vest.

In addition, remove the facing of the neck of the back (together with the stand) and the facing of the armhole of the back of the vest with a width of 4 cm.

How to cut a vest

From the main fabric cut out:

Vest shelf (middle part) - 2 parts

Vest shelf (side part) - 2 parts

The back of the vest (middle part) - 2 parts

The back of the vest (side part) - 2 parts

Selection - 2 parts

Pocket flap - 4 parts

Turning the neck of the back - 1 piece with a fold

Turning the armhole of the shelf - 2 parts

Back armhole facing - 2 parts

Belt - a strip of fabric 10 cm wide (5 cm finished) and 90 cm long.

Additionally, cut out 4 pieces of facing pockets - 14 cm long and 3 cm wide

4 parts for belt loops 3 cm wide and 8 cm long.

From the lining fabric, cut out:

Vest shelf (without selection and armhole facings) - 2 parts

The back of the vest (without turning the neck and armholes) - 1 piece with a fold

Seam allowances - 1.5 cm, allowances on the bottom of the back - 4 cm.

Pocket burlap - 4 pieces 15 cm wide and 10 cm long

How to sew a vest: job description

On the shelves, make relief seams. Iron the allowances. On the shelves of the vest, perform

On the back, stitch the middle seam, iron the allowances. Baste and stitch the side seams of the vest (shoulder seams remain open).

Sweep and stitch relief seams on the lining details. Stitch the front and back armholes from the main fabric. To the lining, stitch the pick and turn of the neck of the back. Baste and stitch the side seams, leaving a 15 cm long section of the side seam unstitched to turn the vest inside out. Leave the shoulder seams on the lining open. Lay the lining on the vest face to face, process the armholes, the neck of the back and sides along

Turn the vest through the open bottom inside out, baste and stitch the lining to the bottom allowance of the product. Turn the vest inside out, iron, stitch along the sides and along the bottom at a distance of 4 cm from the edge. Sew up the open area of ​​the lining by hand with a blind seam.

Stitch the belt loops along the waist of the vest, sew the belt, stitch it along the edge, sew on the buckle, break through the blocks. Your vest is ready! And now you certainly know how to sew a vest!

An elongated vest, at first glance, is not the most necessary thing in the wardrobe. However, one has only to buy or sew one of these, and it becomes clear - this is exactly the thing that will make it clear that its owner has a taste and sense of style. Such vests, sewn from any fabric, having different lengths and a varied palette, are now worn in the office with a skirt, and in their free time with jeans and even with shorts and sneakers.

How to choose women's vests from fabric

Elongated vests as a fashion trend entered a new round of popularity (after the previous one, launched in the 70s by the Yves Saint Laurent fashion house) a couple of years ago, and today this garment feels confident in designer collections and mass market stores. However, to choose exactly your vest, you will have to try.

To begin with, it is worth noting that such a vest will go to any figure, height and age. Moreover, the vest creates two elongated verticals on the sides, which visually stretches the figure and adds harmony and stature, so full ladies simply need elongated women's vests made of fabric. Choose large sizes with a length that covers the hips, which are often a problem area.

For short women, it is better to choose models that are not too elongated, to the middle of the thigh, so as not to appear even lower. It is better to complement the vest with tight trousers and skirts in order to stretch the silhouette more.

Owners of a pear-shaped figure should choose a vest that expands downwards, and an hourglass should emphasize the waist with a belt or strap, so choose women's vests made of fabric that are elongated from softer fabrics.

With trousers

An elongated vest gives any casual look a fresh breath and a touch of chic, but sometimes the question arises of what to wear this piece with. The easiest option is to complete the vest with trousers or jeans. Skinny jeans or boyfriends plus a laconic T-shirt or a light shirt in combination with a vest no longer look trite. For a casual look, add loafers or slip-ons to the set, and heeled shoes will add chic. If you combine red pumps, a vest, skinny jeans and a black or white long vest, you get a modern classic - the perfect look that can only lack red lipstick. However, the vest will fit under the vest in other combinations - it can reduce the official look of a strict thing.

With trousers, you can combine any model of women's elongated vests made of fabric. So, a loose long vest made of soft fabric goes well with sneakers. For a complete look, take a bulky backpack.

For an office option, put on a sleeveless blouse under the vest and the vest will need to be buttoned up and added to the image of the boat - it will turn out fresh and fashionable, but strictly business-like.

A very long vest with pockets and a voluminous collar goes well with bell-bottoms or trousers that are wide from the hip. This bohemian loose look is perfect for chilly spring or fall days. However, this set is only suitable for tall girls, it will not adorn girls of miniature stature.

A bold and edgy ensemble is obtained by wearing culottes or pajama-style trousers with an elongated vest.

Women's vests made of fabric, elongated in combination with a skirt

The hem of a skirt or dress should at least peek out from under the vest, otherwise the image may turn out to be vulgar - it will give the impression that there is nothing on the girl except for the vest.

However, young long-legged girls are allowed a lot, and in the summer season, in an informal setting, it would be quite appropriate to look ultra-mini, balanced by a longer vest.

If you sew an elongated women's vest made of fabric to match the fabric of the dress and with a length of hem to hem, such an outfit will look expensive and chic.

Straight midi skirts and mid-calf length A-line skirts look great with an elongated vest. A narrow pencil skirt will also become a companion to the vest. With a length to the middle of the knee, you get an office version, and more will create an amazing evening look.

Fabrics from which women's vests are sewn from elongated fabric

Photos from fashion shows prove that you can sew an elongated vest from any fabric. More classic models are sewn from those that hold their shape well. Basically, these are costume fabrics - linen, tweed, gabardine.

Free cut models can be made from any dress fabrics, they create a more informal, free look. Vests with a length below the knee look good from such fabrics.

Also, the vest can be knitted. Thick woolen threads make cozy models for cool weather, and thin, openwork knitted vests are ideal for boho, chic or ethnic style.

Also, the vest can be made of leather or suede (natural or artificial) or denim. as a rule, they are fitted, but they are worn unbuttoned. If you add a checkered shirt to such a vest, you get a slight hint of a country look.

Leather models can be complemented with grunge studs or zippers. At the same time, an elongated straight-cut leather vest goes well with trousers and simple shirts - it's a great way to add a little freedom to a classic or monochrome look.

The fringe that adorns the hem or shelf of the vest will create new accents in the image.

And finally, silk - truly chic evening vests for women are sewn from it. Long silk vests can be added to total bow sets (this is a set made up of objects of the same color) to a dress or trouser suit.

Colors

The most versatile colors are white and black. It is in them that women's vests are predominantly sewn from fabric. Elongated black vests are suitable for casual looks, for business style, and for evening outings. White will refresh summer looks, perfectly complement jeans and black trousers. Also white is a great companion to any bright colors. Complement a white vest and jeans with a yellow top, or red pumps, or even a handbag. The combination with white will make these bright shades even more juicy.

However, behind the versatility of black and white, one should not forget about other colors, for example, beige, which can be safely considered the new black in terms of versatility. Or camel color - elegant and noble.

If you want bright spots, you can sew a vest from any fabric and any color, or look for the right one in stores, as Zara brand boutiques present bright and juicy orange women's vests made of elongated fabric.

How to wear an elongated vest in cold weather

An elongated vest will help out perfectly on cool days, when you still don’t feel like dressing in outerwear, but layering already looks appropriate.

Under the vest, you can wear a turtleneck or a longsleeve made of knitwear or even a voluminous coarse-knit sweater, but in this case, it is worth complementing the massive top with a tight skirt or skinny trousers and a heel.

A great retro look will come from a straight suede vest, turtleneck, knee-length flared skirt, heeled ankle boots and a wide-brimmed hat.

Long vest for summer

In summer, an elongated vest can be worn with almost anything. Such a vest will come in handy to make a little more serious mini-dress. Also, the vest will perfectly complement the crop top and the sun skirt or skinny jeans.

Surprisingly, even with shorts and a T-shirt, a vest will look appropriate. Choose white or, on the contrary, bright, but then it should be the main accent in the outfit.

Do-it-yourself fashionable vest

It is quite simple to create an elongated vest with your own hands. The simplest idea is not to throw away a boring jacket, but to rip off his sleeves and give things a new life.

However, you can create elongated women's vests from fabric from scratch. Patterns today are easy to find and buy, but you can build them yourself.

To build such a pattern, you need to take a few measurements:

1. The length of the vest - measure and set aside two values ​​​​- from the neck to the waist and from the waist below, so it will be clear where to make the darts.
2. Bust and waist circumference - on the pattern, set aside half of these values ​​\u200b\u200b+3 centimeters for a fit.
3. Armhole depth.
4. Neck girth - set aside half on the pattern.
5. Shoulder length.

Lay the finished parts of the pattern on the fabric. To do this, fold the canvas in half, put the back detail (on the right in the pattern) to the fold of the fabric, so the back will turn out to be one-piece. Place the shelf part (on the left) on the free edge - there will be two of these parts.

Key points to keep in mind:

• Choose the right fabric. If you want a more classic vest, take costume fabrics, if the cut is loose, then you can consider knitwear. Do not save on fabric, the type of the final product and its service life depend on its quality.
• Suit-type vests must have a lining, do not forget to buy fabric for it - silk, viscose or polyester. The lining can be made both in the color of the main fabric, and in a companion shade or in contrast. However, remember that often an elongated vest is worn unbuttoned, therefore, the lining will become part of the whole look.
• Carefully take all measurements, especially if you are building a pattern yourself - the correct fit of the vest depends on this.
• For beginner seamstresses, it is better to choose simple models of vests - straight, fitted, without complicated lapels and pockets. The main details of the pattern will then be the front, back, armhole and neckline (plus front and back details for lining).

A ready-made vest will make any, even the simplest, look truly fresh and stylish.

It always looks stylish and is comfortable for everyday wear. But when they decide to wear it, almost always there is a problem with what to wear an elongated vest. In the summer, they throw it over a T-shirt, and sometimes they do without it, buttoning the vest with all the buttons. And when it gets cool, a tight vest is worn with a sweater. You can safely wear it on a dress, combine it with jeans and mid-length skirts. Here you can learn about the combination of styles of vests and how to combine it with other types of clothing.

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In addition to the usual practicality to wear, an elongated vest can play an important role in the wardrobe of a modern girl. Using this thing, they create a lot of fashionable images that correspond to different styles, or clearly declare a mixture of styles.

Advantages of a long sleeveless jacket:

• has a wide range of applications - it is worn to work, to a business meeting; you can walk in it in the evening near the house;
• the jacket will visually stretch the figure in height, therefore it is able to veil the errors of the figure and give it harmony;
• such a cut of clothes suits everyone - both young girls and ladies over thirty years old.

Depending on the cut, vests come in a variety of shapes, but models can be divided into three types:

• a vest that emphasizes the girl's waist - the length of such a vest is usually medium. It clearly outlines the figure and is ideal for girls of small stature. To appear slimmer, you should wear it with tight-fitting trousers and under high heels;
• the waistcoat, which expands downward, is suitable for girls with a pear-shaped figure and ladies who are tall. This model of the vest visually aligns the figure, and reduces too high growth;
• they correct the figure, straight-cut models are especially suitable for girls with an hourglass figure;
• a straight-cut vest is suitable for absolutely all ladies - it will emphasize the grace of a light figure for slender ones; more fully cover all the shortcomings of the physique; high will emphasize the waist and adjust the growth.

For summer, sleeveless vests are made of linen and cotton; for autumn weather, insulated fabric is chosen.

When choosing what to wear with an elongated vest, they pay attention to the selection of shoes, during which the vest itself is not taken into account. Shoes are chosen under the lower part of the outfit, depending on the models of skirts, jeans, or dresses. In accordance with the length of the bottom of the outfit, stilettos, platform shoes, or ballet flats are selected.

Sports shoes are not alien to the image, and in cold weather, autumn boots, closed-type shoes and ankle boots complement the style.

When it is warm, the vest can be worn on the naked body - it keeps its shape quite well and looks attractive. For more information on how to wear an elongated sleeveless vest, a photo can be obtained in this article.

Diverse blouses are worn under an elongated vest in this ensemble. Choosing from the photo with what to wear with an elongated sleeveless vest, they stop at loose-fitting jeans, or slightly tight-fitting ones - brightly colored blouses and “marine” horizontal striped turtlenecks are always relevant. Tops of dark colors and bright T-shirts with a restrained pattern look original under the vest.

For the evening version of using an elongated vest, blouses decorated with rhinestones are used, or you can complement your look with jewelry. Choosing from the photo with what to wear a long vest, a girl who boasts a toned tummy can put on a cropped T-shirt under it. Short T-shirts are released outside, while longer ones are tucked into jeans.

Jeans for the ensemble are selected in a straight shape (skinny, boyfriends), but sometimes very narrowed models are ideal for an elongated vest. Blue jeans of various cuts, /sprtkyan>, or trousers with a fashionable lapel are used. When choosing what to wear with an elongated sleeveless vest according to the photo, they subsequently stop at jeans that are fixed on the belt and those that are held only on the hips. But cropped jeans are especially fashionable in recent seasons - they end much higher than the ankle. For cropped jeans to look good, their bottom should not be wide.

For everyday wear, shoes are selected for a fashionable look (fashionable loafers, oxfords,). Determining what to wear with a long sleeveless vest, photos for an elegant ensemble show us: shoes with heels, and a T-shirt is replaced with a silk top, complementing the look with light jewelry.

If only elongated vests of medium and maxi length are worn under jeans, then it is good to wear short vests under trousers. The same vertical striped blouses, T-shirts and tops are worn under them, plain and with a bright small pattern. But, unlike jeans, a wide variety of models and styles of trousers are produced not only in denim tones and tight-fitting shapes. Models of trousers are straight wide and narrow; bananas - loose on the hips and narrow at the bottom; trousers are long and short.

Black and white wide and narrow vertical striped trousers have become especially fashionable this season. They are recommended to be worn only by tall girls - this style somewhat reduces growth. In summer, bright trousers with a color pattern will be sharply fashionable, in combination with a plain, color-matched top. And also at the peak of fashion are culottes - wide short trousers that are combined with a topic, but this outfit is more suitable for tall and slender girls. Culottes are quite risky clothes, but the girl who wears them will always be in the spotlight. Shoes with or without heels and discreet sports shoes are selected under the trousers.

The vest goes well with overalls of a bright floral pattern - they can reach mid-thigh in length. Overalls are often complemented by a belt that emphasizes the waist and matching bags. Shorts under the jacket are matched to match it, or a contrast of colors is used. The ensemble is complemented by blouses, or T-shirts with a soft finish, and completes the set - modest jewelry.

With an elongated vest, skirts look especially, but it should always be longer than the vest so that the illusion is not created that the skirt is completely absent. Short and medium length vests are suitable for short girls. A long jacket, picked up by a belt, will give more balance to the figure, and an unbuttoned straight-cut vest will visually add height to the girl. An ensemble of a vest and a skirt of the same color looks especially beautiful, and a strict set of a jacket and a pencil skirt will suit ladies of any age category. The combination of a vest and long skirts is most suitable for tall girls and will look great in the evening version of the outfit.

A vest with a turn-down collar and a dress that contrasts in color will create a beautiful and harmonious ensemble. As with skirts, the dress should be longer than the jacket, which should be in one tone if the dress is marked with a bright pattern. Often, large collars of the vest and ruffles of the dress give a romantic look.

For business communication, the full range of black and white or blue colors is used - in the summer, a white vest is always at the peak of fashion. Such clothes are consonant with the business style and are very comfortable to wear.

For an evening look, a waistcoat with lapels in a color close to it, or sewn from a silky flowing fabric, is suitable. A silk blouse, or an elegant black topic, is selected under it. Stylish jewelry and a well-chosen handbag complete the look.

Long leather vest

Long vest with skirt

One of the most versatile pieces of clothing is back in fashion. This is an elongated sleeveless vest.

It is indispensable in cool weather and is a real lifesaver for women of different ages and builds. Perfectly hiding undesirable features of the figure and emphasizing the advantages, the elongated vest is indispensable in the wardrobe of any fashionista. Although it must be borne in mind that, visually stretching the silhouette, it visually shortens the legs.

The classic elongated vest is a representative of the English style in clothing, bringing respectability and aristocracy to the image. But the various options for its execution, proposed by designers, allow using this element of the wardrobe to create many modern and stylish images.

Of course, you can go to the store, buy ready-made clothes and become the owner of a standard production model. Or you can show female ingenuity and create a unique thing with your own hands that suits your style and figure.

Maximum originality

To sew a thing, it is no longer necessary to have cutting skills, since the models that are relevant in modern life do not require complex patterns and are available for manufacturing even for beginner seamstresses.

To sew an elongated vest, we need:

• the cloth;
• sewing machine;
• threads;
• scissors, tailor's chalk, safety pins;

Consider several options for tailoring original models.

Option number 1 - the simplest model and a very simple pattern. For her, it is recommended to use a more interesting fabric or faux fur. We take measurements: chest circumference and hip circumference, select the largest value and measure the size of a piece of fabric or fur from it, add a few centimeters so that you can wrap the vest.

We retreat from the edge the required number of centimeters (we focus on our measurements), as shown in the figure, and make markings for the armhole and cut them. We process the armholes and edges of the fabric with braid or inlay. The vest is ready. This model looks great with a contrast lining. You can wear this vest with a wide showy belt.

Option number 2 - vest-transformer. For this model, a fabric that drapes beautifully is suitable. You can make a pattern according to the figure below.

Option number 3. This model is sewn on the basis of a circle. Before work, it is better to wash and iron the fabric. To cut a circle, fold it in half, then fold it again to make a square. Cut around the edges to make a circle. You can use ready-made patterns for a smooth edge.

We measure the girth of the chest or the width of the back, in accordance with the measurement, mark the armholes. Then we cut them out. We process all open edges and armholes. It looks great if you process the edges with leather trim in the color of the fabric. A leather or suede belt completes the look.

This model is perfect for obese women, it will hide imperfections and create a feminine silhouette.

Option number 4 - it doesn't get any easier. Knitted fabric or fleece is suitable for this vest. On a rectangular cut, we mark and then cut out the armholes of the desired size and - you're done! This fabric does not need processing. It turns out a warm and cozy thing for a cold evening.

Magic loops

For those who prefer a hook and knitting needles to a sewing machine, interesting models of vests can be offered. Which look no less stylish, knitted from the original yarn using various patterns, arans and braids.

Option number 1

A long spectacular crocheted vest will not leave indifferent any needlewoman.

Scheme and description of the process in the figure below:

Option number 2

A decorative model of an elongated vest for warm summer days, no doubt, will add lightness and youthful enthusiasm to the image.

Pattern, diagram and description in the figures below:

Option number 3

An openwork lingonberry-colored vest will add depth and mystery to the image.

Yarn consumption and pattern is given for size 42-42.

You will need:

• 450 g of yarn (80% acrylic, 20% viscose);
• buttons 3 pcs., matching the color of the yarn;
• hook number 2.

Pattern scheme:

Pattern:

Description. Back:

• We collect 85 air loops and knit the 1st row with double crochets, then according to the scheme;
• After 50 cm, we close 7 loops for the armhole on both sides of the back and knit straight 22 cm
• After 72 cm from the beginning, we finish knitting the back;

The right and left shelves are knitted symmetrically to each other.

• We collect 43 air loops and knit the 1st row with double crochets, then according to the pattern;
• After 50 cm, we close 7 loops on both sides for the armhole;
• After 12 cm, we close 13 loops for the neckline and knit another 10 cm straight;
• After 72 cm from the beginning, we finish knitting the shelves;

We knit 2 parts of the pocket flap: we collect 25 air loops and knit 5 rows with single crochets.

• Prick wet parts on a pattern and dry;
• Run side and shoulder seams;
• Sew pocket flaps;
• Sew buttons on the left shelf;
• On the right shelf, tie hinged buttonholes;
• Tie the product with 3 rows of single crochets or one row of the "Crab step".

Scheme for the implementation of hinged loops:

Knitting needles also offer a lot of opportunities to add a beautiful functional item to your wardrobe.

An elongated vest with braids creates an image of a modern and self-confident woman.

Scheme, pattern and description of knitting below in the photo:

Stylish makeover

Let's not forget about another way to update your wardrobe - this is a rework of old or out of fashion things.