Even though I love tailoring and any excuse to go for menswear-inspired style, I have to admit to being a tad Waistcoat Wary. From 1980s rockers to bartenders and croupiers, if you’re not careful, the classic black vest can quite easily swerve from corny to cosplay.
One of my favourite tailored vest enthusiasts is Ayo Edebiri, who teams hers with supersized Loewe cargo pants and sunglasses. The American writer-turned-actor now tops my gentlewomanly list of outstanding waistcoat wearers – and she’s in good company. Other devotees include Patti Smith, Janelle Monáe, Diane Keaton, Madonna and Marlene Dietrich.
