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Fall Fashion: The Vest Trend

The vest is making a strong showing this fall as it fits nicely within the menswear-inspired fashion trend. But make no mistake: Rich fabrics like velvet, taffeta, sequins and satin give this look an up-to-date and decidedly feminine attitude. Here are a few budget-friendly vests that caught our eye...

[1] Satin Tuxedo Vest, $17.80 [2] Taffeta Vest, $19.80


[3] Hinkley Pinstripe Vest, $22 [4] Velvet Vest, $17.80


[5] Victorian Velvet Vest, $19.80 [6] Tartan Velvet Vest, $17.80


Vests inspired by the runway...


Left: Ann Demeulemeester Fall 2007 Ready-to-Wear runway; Right: Twelve by Twelve sequin vest, $26


Left: Wool Blend Vest, $19; Right: Rag & Bone Fall 2007 runway

Styling options with vests seem limitless...dress them up or down, for day or night, work or play. What do you think, will you be rocking a vest this winter?

See even more great vests - or waistcoats as they're called in the UK - at Topshop.com.