10 Chic Sweater Vest Outfits To Wear This Fall
Discover trendy ways to layer and elevate your fall and winter fashion without compromising on comfort with these 10 sweater vest outfits.
Looking for a versatile and stylish way to elevate your wardrobe this season? Look no further than the preppy sweater vest. This classic piece from the 90s has been making a comeback in recent years, as old money and preppy aesthetics have become more and more popular on social media.
Whether you’re looking for easy ways to add warmth to your office look, or you want to embrace more of a prep-school vibe in your everyday looks, adding a sweater vest to your outfits is an easy way to embrace transitional dressing in the fall months.
However, if you’re new to the trend, styling a knit vest can seem a little daunting – that’s where we come in! We’ve collated 10 trending Influencer outfits that are easy to recreate on any budget – just scroll down to see what styling is the best fit for your personal style.
The Cutest Sweater Vest Outfits To Get
1. Mini Skirt + Boots
Style your sweater vest with a mini skirt and knee-high boots to create a cute and stylish outfit that is perfect for the fall months. We love the neutral color palette of this outfit too, with the grey skirt, beige sweater vest, and brown boots – just perfect!
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J.Crew
Cashmere V-neck sweater-vest
At J.Crew
Lulus
Autumn Sweetness Brown Plaid Mini Skirt
At Lulus
2. Preppy Plaid
Sweater vests have a preppy aesthetic, so why not style with a plaid skirt to create a preppy outfit? This black sweater vest is paired with a white button-up shirt, a beige and black plaid skirt, and black lace-up shoes. Add a simple black shoulder bag to complete this chic outfit.
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Burberry
Zoe Vintage Check Asymmetrical Wool Kilt
At Nordstrom
Dr. Martens
Gender Inclusive 1461 Oxford Shoes
At Nordstrom
3. Green Tones
This green sweater vest look is a great way to inject a little color into dark fall days! The yellowy-green sweater vest pairs perfectly with the olive green tone of the wide-leg pants, then you just need to finish with a white shirt, white shoes, and a tan leather handbag to create a stunning look.
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AllSaints
Deri Lyn Trouser
At Revolve
Polene
Cyme Mini Bag
At Polene
4. Grey on Grey
This outfit combines some of the trendiest pieces for this season, including sweater vests and ballet pumps. The grey sweater vest is layered over a crisp white button-up shirt and then paired with grey-wash jeans to add a more casual touch. The dark green handbag adds a subtle touch of color to the outfit.
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Mother
The High Waisted Rider Ankle Jeans
At Neiman Marcus
Paris/64
Mini Trésor Bag
At Paris/64
5. Oversized Sweater Vests
Go for something a little more unique with this sweater vest dress look! The white, cotton shirt dress is worn underneath this oversized, camel-colored sweater vest, creating a cute and cozy dress. The outfit is complete with black knee-high boots and a black leather handbag. If you can’t find a sweater vest-style dress, just size up a few sizes in a regular sweater vest!
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L’Academie
Hara Sweater Vest
At Revolve
Steve Madden
Lizah Knee High Boot
At Nordstrom
6. Pop of Pink
This pink sweater vest is so adorable and will add a feminine touch to any outfit! Here, the sweater vest has been styled with a short-sleeved white t-shirt, a beige mini skirt, and white and pink sneakers to really tie the whole look together. Accessorise with a tan handbag and gold jewelry for a glam finish.
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Theory
High-Waist Mini Skirt
At Neiman Marcus
Celine
Folco Cuir Triomphe
At Celine
7. Black + White
This smart black and white outfit is super stylish and perfect for work and meetings during the fall months. The oversized black sweater vest is layered over a loose white button-up shirt and black cropped pants, then finished with a black handbag and shiny black leather loafers for a sophisticated finish.
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Stitches + Stripes
Madison Sleeveless Pullover
At Revolve
Reformation
Gray Pant
At Reformation
8. Private School vibes
Preppy, private school-inspired looks are super popular at the moment, which is why you need to create this chic mini skirt and sweater vest look. Go for a more relaxed, cool-girl private school look by leaving the white button-up shirt untucked from the grey pleated skirt, then a black tie peeks out from underneath the grey, v-neck sweater vest.
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Prada
Re-Nylon gabardine tie
At Prada
Noisy May
Thea Pleated Miniskirt
At Nordstrom
9. Cable knits
Perfect for the cold winter sweater, this cable knit sweater vest is just irresistible! The oversized, slouchy aesthetic of this sweater vest means it can be styled like a dress, with an oversized, white shirt dress, black leggings, and black lace-up boots – perfect for cold weather. Finish with your favorite black crossbody bag.
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Bottega Veneta
Padded Cassette Bag
At Nordstrom
Dr. Martens
Gender Inclusive Jadon Pisa Platform Boot
At Nordstrom
10. Patterned Sweater vests
Add a little print and pattern to your monochrome look with a patterned sweater vest! The cream and black check pattern sweater vest has been styled with a white shirt, black mini skirt, and black loafer – the rest of the outfit has a minimalist look to really let the sweater vest become the statement piece.
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L’Academie
Danelea Cropped Vest
At Revolve
SNDYS
Fern Skirt
At Revolve