One garment that has stood the test of time over the centuries is the waistcoat. Popularised in the Western world by the British monarchy in the late 17th -century, the waistcoat was preceded by its Eastern cousins – the Persian vest and the Indian Bandi jacket much before this time. Today, the popularity of waistcoats is such that even prominent brands like Reebok have ventured onto the segment with their take on this versatile garment.
Reebok, the athletic footwear and apparel giant, is headquartered in the USA, but its presence can be felt in nearly every country across the globe including India. The company is a subsidiary of Adidas and specialises in apparel for sports including soccer, running, athletics, tennis and much more. Reebok brand products are endorsed by a large number of famous international sportspersons. Available online at abof, Reebok waistcoats for men are perfect for a variety of occasions and can be worn in numerous ways.
The Lure of the Waistcoat
One reason behind the popularity of the waistcoat is its versatility. With a single waistcoat, you can go from formal to casual to dapper to and even to pop- star in a matter of minutes. It can dress up an outfit or dress one down depending on how you wear it, and the accessories you choose. For instance, wearing a waistcoat with a crew neck t-shirt and jeans spells casual while pairing it with a dress shirt and dress pants says formal. Throwing on a twill coat over it takes it to dapper and busy entrepreneur while a sporty coat and loafers make it smart casual. If you need to don more than one look in a day, packing a waistcoat in your office bag is the perfect solution. Just trade your coat in for the waistcoat and roll up your sleeves to be pub-ready in minutes.
Take Your Pick
A waistcoat for men can be made from different materials such as wool, cotton, silk, linen and tweed to name a few. Linen and tweed have been found to be the materials most suitable for tailoring waistcoats.
The length of the garment and its colour are two points to consider when you buy a waistcoat online at abof. The styles and cuts are mind-boggling, and there is no dearth of combinations you can conjure up with these.
The classic waistcoat usually has 6 or 6 buttons down the front, two pockets, and a pointed front. It usually sits over the waistband of the pants and the back might be cut from a different fabric. A good waistcoat will have big armholes for easy movement and should never be worn with a belt. Waistcoats with a traditional square-cut front are also available in plenty online as well as in upscale stores.
A waistcoat might be single or double breasted. and nowadays there are also waistcoats with lapels. Wearing a waistcoat with a long sleeved shirt, the sleeves of which are rolled up halfway is considered uber cool! You can also wear a bright waistcoat with a shirt or coat in a sober colour for some contrast. Pick one from the mind-boggling range on offer at abof and up yr style quotient!
