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15 Best Sweater Vests for Men in 2025 | Valet.

The stylish and (yes!) sexy layering solution Cory Ohlendorf Courtesy March 17, 2025 Items featured in this story are independently selected by the editorial team. Purchasing via our links may earn

The stylish and (yes!) sexy layering solution

Cory Ohlendorf

Courtesy

March 17, 2025

Items featured in this story are independently selected by the editorial team. Purchasing via our links may earn Valet. a portion of the sale, which helps fund our editorial mission.

I’ll be honest: I wasn't sure I could rock a sweater vest. I thought it was a little too preppy. Or maybe just too tied to my youth in the '90s. But now there's no denying it. The sweater vest is officially back for Spring 2025 and bolder than ever. They still look handsome layered over a causal cotton button-down, but they're anything but preppy. And as we slide into warmer days, feel free to pull it over a T-shirt. Hell, ballsy guys are now sporting a vest without a shirt entirely—but proceed with caution on that one.

No matter how you choose to wear it, the sweater vest really is an ideal layering piece. Take it from guys like Jeremy Allen White, Harry Styles, Evan Mock and Tyler, the Creator—guys with their own sense of style, who all rely on a good vest. It provides warmth without overheating you and makes for an easy slip-on/slip-off garment that allows you to adjust to the fluctuating temperatures. You'll never appreciate a sleeveless knit more than when you pull on a jacket and realize you can still comfortably move your arms.

Plus, a bold or textured knit vest gives whatever you're wearing—from regular, washed chinos or some wide-leg trousers to even a pair of shorts—an instant shot of intrigue. Because these are not the sweater vests of our grandfather's generation, even though the vibe is a little grandpa-core. But it's in this contradiction that the real allure of the sweater vest lies. It's a tad precious, but looks clever and cool when it's worn casually—just a touch oversized and perfectly slouchy.

Thanks to the surge in popularity, there are now more options than ever. You can go for bright colors or bold patterns if you want your vest to shout. You can opt for more subtle and textural vests, knit from cotton or cashmere. The choice of styles is yours, but the decision to get one should be clear. We're vest men now, okay?

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Ribbed knit sweater vest, $490 by Ami

Ribbed-knit sweater vest, $375 by Studio Nicholson

Marlon sweater vest, $140 by Carhartt WIP

Knit with a rectangular grid weave for a textured and tailored look, then garment-dyed for a soft, broken-in feel.

Sweater vest, $118 by Flint and Tinder

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Wool knit sweater vest, $69.90 by ZARA

Numbers motif sweater vest, $269 by MM6 Maison Margiela

Part of Clare Waight Keller's capsule collection, this comes in four colorways and features a shallow V-neck design.

Knitted sweater vest, $39.90 by UNIQLO: C

Cotton sweater vest, $49.95 / $29.97 by Gap

Abstract knit sweater vest, $610 / $180.56 by Andersson Bell

Aran-knit cotton sweater vest, $248 by Polo Ralph Lauren

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An update on a classic fisherman's pattern, this is knit from 100% cotton that's dense yet breathable.

Cotton cable sweater vest, $89.50 by J.Crew

Linen knit sweater vest, $388 by Inis Meáin x Todd Snyder

3-stripes knit sweater vest, $330 / $165 by Y-3

Jacquard knit sweater vest, $250 by Manaaki

This modern style is knit from RWS wool and features a wide crew neck and a ribbed hem with open sides.

Cable-knit hybrid tank sweater vest, $135 by COS

As you can see, the right vest can easily supercharge an oxford shirt and jeans, or a polo shirt and fatigue pants, or a T-shirt and shorts. Dress it up by adding some jewelry or maybe a bandana around your neck. Ground the look with loafers and you’re ready for a night out.