Any hot tips for 40s-style sweater vests (repro)?

[BigBrother]

Am building out my basically casual 40s wardrobe right now (beginning with the Hollywood-waist and sack pants) and am now interested in those tight sweater vests (banded-bottomed, etc.) that men would often pair with aforementioned pants, I suppose in lieu of waistcoats from earlier fashions, to create that same great tight-plus-baggy look. You know the type .

Any leads on good vendors? Thanks!!!

 

[Aerielle Max]

Hm, that is an interesting endeavor. Keep us updated please.

 

[Turnip]

Maybe you might find something here:

https://www.aeroleatherclothing.com/products.php?cat=aerocloth

 

[Edward]

Aero do a great range of genuine Fairisle, hand-knit in Scotland. Plainer options were also worn back in the day, though those are less commonly reproduced. I've faked the look with a fair few modern options over the years; the chief 'mistake' the modern versions typically make is being too long, but the right waistband can easily be flipped over.

 

[Dreamofgilgamesh]

I've had a couple of Fairisles from these chaps, very nice they are too.
https://www.originalblues.co.uk/michael-ross-mens-409-c.asp

 

[Edward]

I've had a couple of Fairisles from these chaps, very nice they are too.
https://www.originalblues.co.uk/michael-ross-mens-409-c.asp

Very nice.

The likes of Marks and Spencer used to do more 'affordable' versions (obviously machine-knit), but I've not seen any Fairisle on the high street for quite a few years now.

 

[Short Balding Guy]

I've had a couple of Fairisles from these chaps, very nice they are too.
https://www.originalblues.co.uk/michael-ross-mens-409-c.asp

Thanks for the link. I have ordered a waist coat and slip over to check out. They appear to be very spiffy.

Cheers, Eric -

 

[BigBrother]

Thanks for the suggestions! I suppose I was looking though for plainer patterns, not the Scottish knit variety.

 

[bn1966]

I’ve got one of the Aero Fairisle vests & very nice they are too...

 

[Short Balding Guy]

I've had a couple of Fairisles from these chaps, very nice they are too.
https://www.originalblues.co.uk/michael-ross-mens-409-c.asp

Follow-up; I received part of my order recently. The warm weather will not really allow me to wear the vest yet, but I am ready for cooler temps.

The vest, the vest! Truly excellent. The knit pattern and wool hues are stunning. The wool is such that I will be able to really wear this vest. I have other lambs wool or cashmere vests that I have to be very careful when wearing as they show pills and surface wear quickly. This wool and classy pattern - I imagine much better wearing.

I will have to place an order to a pullover and or a full cardigan the next month or so.

Thanks for the nod to Michael Ross knitwear. Cheers, Eric -

 

[Metatron]

Just to offer a source outside the norm, try the website Yoox that features heavily discounted Italian made clothing. There are a LOT of Italian knitwear brands, and they often use some really interesting yarns and patterns. Often vintage inspired. You just have to browse for a bit and make use of the filter options (i.e, wool, sleeveless, etc)

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Cool weather has me enjoying the Michael Ross vest.

Cheers, Eric -

 

[Cocker]

There's also some options at Revival Clothing:

https://www.revivalvintage.co.uk/category/vintage-waistcoats-and-tanktops/

I've also seen a few at Labour Union that look interesting:

https://labourunion-1986.com/collections/tops-knitwear

 

[Short Balding Guy]

Been a while. Thanks for the previous suggestions.

I have acquired a couple of the Fair Isles Michael Ross wool sweater vest or waistcoats. They get frequent wear. Sharp and great wool. Below is a pic of some of the vests I frequently sport about.

(Not: The top vest is a RRL vest and rest are Michael Ross vests.)

Cheers, Eric -