Strategic Layering With Ralph Lauren Vests

On days when the weather can’t make up its mind between hot and cold, a vest can be the perfect solution. But it can’t be thrown on with anything because then you run the risk of making it look like an afterthought. There’s a method to layering this garment—a strategy that when followed, will make your vest look like a natural addition to your outfit.

If you’re new to the vest scene, there’s no better entry point than opting for a classic one from Ralph Lauren. Follow our his-and-her guide to layering a Ralph Lauren vest so you can enjoy the outdoors in style.

Getting In Touch With Nature

Fresh air, trees and rocks—on a hiking trail is how nature was meant to be enjoyed, not in some manmade park in the middle of a concrete jungle. As you take on the elements, blend in with your natural surroundings by layering with Earth tones.

Men: Navy corduroy pants, brown long-sleeve shirt and olive quilted vest with extra pockets.

Women: Black corduroy pants, off-white long-sleeve tee and navy down vest.

Sightseeing In New York

You’ve heard about how it’s the greatest city on earth, and now you actually get to see it for yourself—and all the exciting sounds, tastes and weird smells that go with it. Though you’re a tourist, you don’t want to look like one, so take in the sights wearing cool grays and blacks so you can fit right in with the rest of the downtown cats.

Men: Slim-fit jeans, black long-sleeve shirt, black leather vest and white high-top sneakers.

Women: Gray maxi dress with a black puffer vest and white wedge sneakers.

Outdoor Dinner Party

Why dine inside a stuffy restaurant when you can use nature as a rustic decor for an outdoor dinner party? Make it a potluck complete with your friends, lots of wine, candles and two fine-looking Ralph Lauren vests.

Men: Shearling-lined vest over a blazer, navy shirt and olive-hued pants.

Women: White fur vest over a white tank with a statement necklace and leather pants.

There’s no big secret behind wearing a vest. All you need is Ralph Lauren, this guide and your savvy imagination.

There’s room for more than one Ralph Lauren vest in your closet.