What is a gilet?
A gilet is a lightweight, unisex, vest or sleeveless jacket, pronounced “Jee-Lay”, with a streamlined fit. Gilet’s are very chic today and come in a number of different fabrics from linen, silk, cotton, fleece, quilted fabrics, fur, etc., and come in a wide range of colors.
Gilet’s are especially popular in the spring and fall when the weather is not too hot or too cold. In cool weather, a gilet is referred to as a body warmer. In heavier fabrics, they keep the cold out.
Sports enthusiasts love them for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, shooting, and fishing. Gilet’s don’t restrict the arms and many styles have pockets making them very practical.
You can wear just about anything underneath a gilet whether it’s suiting separates, skirts, jeans or trousers, dresses, long sleeve shirts, cashmere sweaters or a simple polo T-shirt. Pair with boots, heels, or sandals and you are good to go. Your favorite bling will lift your look.
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Should I let my fashion vest hang open or zip it?
Vests are so chic and will give any outfit a finished look. Your “leather-like” fashion vest with a slanted zipper and a nice collar and lapels sounds very stylish and a good investment. You can wear vests open or closed to create many different looks. An open vest will probably look a little more casual but if it fits well zipped up and looks good with what you are wearing you can wear your vest either way. Experiment with some different outfits for some different looks.