Ways To Wear Vests Casually And Fashionably

How do you like your vests — thin and quilted, thick and puffy, trimmed in faux fur or some combination of the three? Hibbett | City Gear is committed to keeping you warm and comfortable this winter season with our guide to wearing a vest both casually and fashionably this season. Here are a few looks anyone can pull off to survive the cooler months in style.

Look No. 1: Classic & Cool

When and how to wear a puffer vest are questions that have plagued shoppers for years. Sure, they are stylish, but how do you style them? Are they better for wearing outdoors, or inside?

The answers to these questions are really up to your personal tastes. Generally, puffer vests are uber insulated to keep wearers warm in lower-temperature environments like on the ski slopes or in the windy streets. But even if you spend your winters in warmer climates, there’s still a spot in your closet for a puffer vest.

Try these styles on for size!

Build Your Look – For Women:

• Tights – adidas’ Women’s Black/White Believe This 2.0 Long Tights hug your body for a supportive fit, while anti-odor technology and sweat-wicking materials keep you warm and dry day in, and day out. These high-waisted tights offer an added bit of flair to your fit with their laser-cut artwork detailing found near the shin and calf of the pants.
• Shirt – Pair your high-waisted bottoms with an adidas Women’s Black Crop Long Sleeve Shirt, which offers a touch of sport-inspired style with a large helping of comfort and a luxe finish thanks to the shirt’s satin 3-strips on its sleeves.
• Puffer Vest – We’re gushing over this berry-colored adidas Women’s Essentials Down Vest. With its 80% duck down/20% synthetic padding, this puffer vest seals in heat for unbeatable warmth. It’s light enough to layer in cold weather and warm enough to stand alone on cool days. Plus, it’s grafted with recycled Primegreen materials so you can feel good about how you look AND your impact on the environment!
• Sneakers – Ground your puffy vest outfit with a pair of adidas UltraBoost Winter.Rdy “Core Black/Iron Metallic/Power Berry” Women’s Running Shoes. Built specifically for inclement weather conditions, these running shoes feature a Primeknit textile upper finished with a water-repellent WINTER.RDY coating.

Build Your Look – For Men:

• Jeans – Start with a pair of medium-wash Grindhouse Men’s Orient Blue distressed jeans. These denim pants offer a timeless fit and a trendy, edgy streetwear vibe guaranteed to elevate your style to the next level.
• Tee – Choose Nike’s Men’s Drip Tee, which features bold vintage branding and an aged look created by a special washing process that lends an ultra-soft feel to this perfect layering piece.
• Puffer Vest – Layer on the style with an orange, red and white Nike Sportswear Windrunner Down Vest, designed to retain heat at the max level thanks for a combination of grey duck down and feathers contained within a lightweight taffeta fabric.
• Sneakers -Pull this look together with a pair of Nike Air Max 90s in a Black/Radiant Red colorway and top it off with a black Nike Sportswear Cuffed Beanie.

Look No. 2: Cozy and Quilted

Quilted vests are less bulky than their puffier cousins, making them great for wearing indoors at small gatherings or out shopping in milder winter weather. But don’t let their lack of bulk fool you into thinking they aren’t just as cozy as thicker options.

Vests like The North Face’s Cuchillo Insulated Vest and Tamburello 2 Vest employ Heatseeker™ Eco insulation and FlashDry™ technology to keep wearer’s warm even in wet conditions!

Need some ideas on how to wear your causal quilted vest? Suit up in these styles:

Build Your Look – For Men:

• Quilted Vest – The North Face Men’s Cuchillo Insulated Vest comes in both black and navy. This lightweight piece of outerwear is water-repellant, lined with 100% recycled Sherpa fleece, and features FlashDry™ technology plus lightweight Heatseeker™ Eco insulation for maximum warmth retention.
• Pullover – That lumberjack look can have an air of sophistication to it when you pair your plaid with a quilted vest. We recommend wearing this TNF Gordon Lyons Novelty Quarter Zip Pullover. It’s a heavier-weight, sweater-knit fleece that comes in a variety of vibrant patterns and colors for great-looking insulation in cool-to-cold conditions.
• Jeans – This look comes together when styled with Levi’s Men’s 501 Original Fit Dark Denim Jeans.
• Boots – Finally, complete your fit with some Timberland 6″ “Black Nubuck/Neon Green” Men’s Boots, built with a waterproof leather or nubuck upper for ultimate protection against abrasion and rough weather.

Build Your Look – For Women:

• Quilted Vest – Add a sporty layer to casual looks when cool weather hits with this 90’s-style Tommy Hilfiger Quilted Vest for women!
• Joggers – Fleece lined for optimal coziness, Tommy’s Navy Blue Ribbed Cuff Sweatpants offer a flattering fit and a relaxed aesthetic perfect for coffee runs, errands or a day with your girls.
• Sweatshirt – This Tommy Hilfiger Heritage Crew Sweatshirt, with its soft cotton jersey blend construction materials and relaxed silhouette, is like a warm hug on a cold day and an absolute must-have for your winter wardrobe.
• Sneakers – Take your look to the next level when you finish it off with a pair of classic low top canvas Converse Chuck Taylor All Star Ox “White” Women’s Shoes.

Look No. 3: Bad & Bougie

Ok, so let’s be honest — the tactical vests we are talking about here are neither crafted for standing up to intense weather conditions nor are they military-grade, battle-tested pieces of equipment. In casual fashion, tactical vests are simply that: super cool, off-beat pieces of outerwear. Don’t get us wrong, they are totally worth their [style] salt, but we recommend you don’t take them out for any paintball combat missions or anything similar.

Either way, these tactical vest ensembles for men are fire.

Build Your Look:

• Tactical Vest – Hudson is a key player in the tactical vest game. Hibbett carries a variety of Hudson styles, but we think this Reflective Camo version is our favorite.
• Shirt – Keep your fit lightweight and your range of motion open with a wheat-colored Timberland long sleeve logo tee.
• Jeans – Grindhouse’s Men’s Black Tab Closure Cargo Pants offer a similar militant aesthetic to this look with their workable durability and an unmistakable spirit of revolution against the norm.
• Boots – Lace up a pair of Tommy Hilfiger Colins 2 Colorblock “Grey/Black” Men’s Boots, featuring a leak-proof rubber shell that extends over the ankle and a padded interior and footbed for warmth and comfort, to complete this look.

Look No. 4: On the Prowl

Finally, we can’t have a vest-styling story without mentioning the ever-fashionable faux-fur vest. Whether you’re a fan of thick, lush faux furs or closely trimmed fuzz, the best way to wear your faux-fur vest is… well however you want!

These vests are all about statement-making style, so dress them up or dress them down — it’s up to you.

Build Your Look:

• Faux-Fur Vest – The North Face’s Women’s Furry Fleece Vest, available in both black and brown tones, is crafted with super-soft, high-pile fleece. This versatile vest can be worn as an attractive outer layer or as a toasty-warm lining beneath a waterproof shell.
• Shirt – Walk on the wild side when you pair your fur vest with a Juicy Couture pink and cheetah-print long sleeve crewneck tee.
• Joggers – These adidas Women’s Rose Adicolor 3D Trefoil Track Pants are your new go-to for when you don’t know what to wear but still want to look good. The adjustable waist and elastic cuffs allow you to customize. Original details keep them classic. Plus, they’re made with Primegreen, a series of high-performance recycled materials.
• Sneakers – This ensemble comes together at the feet with adidas Swift Run X “Animal Print” Women’s Shoes.

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