My solution to this issue of it being straight and not wanting to make myself look wider than I am was to search and high and low for one that didn’t have buttons, hit mid thigh and was clearly meant to be open and loose. I looked online but who actually really knows their measurements and no one knows how many inches it is from their shoulders to their mid-thigh. (I need online retailers to just be like…if you’re short it’s too long. If you’re tall, it’s probably on the short side. If you’re average height you’re good.)
I then realized that what I wanted was basically a nicer lab coat that someone took the sleeves off and called it a vest and called it fashion for spring 2015. Sigh, whatever. I’m just going to be rocking my white vest over and over again until I have to find a new trend I love and adapt it to my body.
Rachelle Pinksole
I adore this outfit girl, everything work so well together. You look fabulous!
xo
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Bogi RedReticule
Beautiful, sophisticated look! I love the casual elegance you're channeling here.
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nunù sofia
very nice outfit honey! gorgeous 😉
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Laura B
You definitely pull it off! I love this look on other bloggers, but worry that I am too short to wear it well. You give me hope though! I love it with the stripes and cobalt!
The Real Arnolds
Ummm I am obsessed with everything in this look. The shoes, the vest (you found the perfect thing!), the necklace, the pant color, all of it! Killing it my friend!
Amy Ann
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Preeti
love the blue pants and shoes with the vest!
xoxo, Preeti
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Elegance and Mommyhood
The sleeveless trench or a long vest like I like to call it is awesome. I have been seeing white ones I love on bloggers, everywhere. Those masculine-looking silver loafers are the bomb. I have added so many cute loafers, sneakers and flats this Spring. Cannot wait to wear them all.
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Shannon Jenkins
You look absolutely amazing! Loving that long vest and those heeled metallic shoes are to die for!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Pamela {Sequins and Sea Breezes}
Love the stripes with the cobalt! So pretty! Happy Monday!
<3, Pamela
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Jessica
Of course you make a lab coat look good 😉 Annnd I love those shoes on you!
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Alyssa Gapske
This whole outfit is killer. Slaying it. I want to copy this so bad. LOVE.
Alyssa
Glitter and Grey
Ginny MyNewFavoriteOutfit
Shape is everything, for sure. I was the same way with a utility vest. Love this color combo too!
Karly @ Miss in the Midwest
Loving this look on you – the pop of blue pulls it all together.
Alecia Mariana
Absolutely love this shade of blue!! So much so I'm wearing it on my blog today too. Love it in the pants with the striped top!
xx,
La Joie de Vivre
Sarah Lagen
I love this look on you!! The white jacket is the perfect length! And those bright blue pants are amazing!
PS- Look at all those flowers behind you, spring is coming!!! Yay!
Whitney and Blaire
Love how you've styled this trench vest with the blue pants and metallic shoes!
xo, Whitney and Blaire
Peaches In A Pod
KP
Long vests are where its at!
Eleventh & Sixteenth
Sandy a la Mode
you are a babe and i love this outfit!
xo,
Sandy
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Tori
I think you picked the PERFECT one–I haven't loved them on everyone–but you look so great!! The color combo on you is so pretty too 🙂
Tori
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Liz | Shopping My Closet
Love the length of your vest!
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Head to Toe Chic
Loving that vest! I really need one like that. It's perfect on you!
xo,
Angela
nancy @ adore to adorn
hah…I love your description of the lab coat. =)
this one is great on you. the shoes are awesome!
xo,
nancy
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Wishes & Reality
This is such a great look! Love the sleeveless trench:)
Heidi
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Anna Baun
I've struggled with the exact same thing! This vest looks like such a great option though! I'll be giving this one a try! XO
Anna
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Allie
Those shoes are killer!! Love them!
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kate @ a journey in style
You took all the words out of my mouth! I bought a white vest/sleeveless blazer recently because it really is so perfect for warmer weather. I never thought of pairing it with long sleeves, but I like how it turned out!
Denise Kokinis
Forget size, you are rocking this! I love it with those gorgeous blue pants and that striped top! I have issues with some things as well because my proportions are off for most sizes, so I get almost everything tailored! I really love this outfit and you look amazing!
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Hannah Rupp
You get a big thumbs up from me! You are totally pulling off this trend. So much so that I almost want to try it and it's not one that's ever crossed my mind. That's some powerful fashion!
-Hannah | The Outfit Repeater
Meghan @ Hayes Days
LOL! A sleeveless lab coat. You slay me with your quick wit. I think this looks amazing on you. And those shoes… I am so tempted.
Jackie
I think you pull this look off perfectly, but I totally understand the issue. I want one of these vest/lab coats/whatever they are SO badly and I can't find one that looks good on me….and that makes me want it more. You know how it is!
Jackie
Something About That
Shira
Ha you totally rock this vest! But I am too focused on my obsession with your shoes right now! In love!
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Nikki
So adorable!! Love the vest. I want one. But I fear one might take me over since I am on the short side! Love love the way you styled it.
Nikki
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Bree Aylwin
Love this vest on you. The whole look is so nice. The shoes are fab!!!!!!!
Alice Warren
You wore this vest so well!! You've inspired to wear my black trench/dress as a vest. Now I gotta go and dig it out. Have a great day!
Alice
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SimplyxClassic
this looks great on you! i want a vest now! <33
Claire
You look so polished and classy!
God bless,
XO, Claire
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Masja Zweers
Love the vest and necklace, such a cute outfit!
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Pat
I love so many things about this outfit I don't know where to begin! Those shoes girl! I have always loved and at one time had some adorable silver shoes. They just make an outfit don't they? The coat,who knew that would work? Not me, but it certainly does. The shirt, well yes of course, don't be silly. Stripes are always awesome. The necklace you ask? Stop me in my tracks for sure. I'll have to share a photo of the one I made and have not made yet. Some of it is with vintage pieces too! Your purse? Of course, don't be silly. Those pants? I went to the website you share and they have awesome colors. And last but never least is this beautiful woman to is modeling the whole outfit! That's the real prize, the real beauty. Perfect as always hon <3
Doused In Pink
Love the vest! This is such a fabulous look!
Jill
Doused In Pink
Elle Sees
i have not hopped on this trend yet, so i love seeing the ways to wear and style them! looking amazing and happy tuesday! yes!
SydneysFashionDiary.com
Love your look! It's so simply yet so chic. I am dying over your bag. Hope you enjoy the rest of your week!
Kylie Mavrakis
Love the sleeveless trench on you! Especially against the bright blue pants!
xo Kylie
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Alyson
lol way to rock the lab coat! 🙂 love that. you look so polished and mature, in a great #GIRLBOSS way. Those heels… swoon.
alyson
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Luci Petlack
hahaha. This is hilarious! And just the right sleeveless trench. I've been eyeing them for a while as well, but hadn't pulled the trigger. Gonna use you no button tip the next time i"m out shopping!
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Tiffany Ima
Girl! I am in love with those shoes! What a cute outfit!
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Mary María
Cool! Your blog is very cute! Enjoy the day, sweetie!!
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Beautygirl 24
Well you look gorgeous! I love the long vest! I agree that if you're average sized (whatever the heck that means) it's difficult to find clothes. I'm short but not a stick. There are a lot of trends that just don't work on my body. Your body is beautiful, and I love that you said you need clothes to adapt to it…not your body adapt to the clothes 🙂
Stylin' In St. Louis
This is the perfect style on you! I love it!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Rachel Lynne
Absolutely gorgeous! I love this sleeveless coat!
Adriana
Gorgeous! Love the color combo and your vest!
xx
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Kacie Ellis
Haha! I love your comparison between the trend and 13 year olds. lololol. You managed to find the perfect white vest/sleeveless trench! LOVE your outfit!
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LyddieGal
I call it the blazer vest – and it's pretty cute. Finding a way to make the trends fit your body and your lifestyle can sometimes be a challenge – like me trying to embrace a romper. Probably not going to happen – but I want it to.
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Eatlovemerry
Your photos are so pretty! xo
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viv
I love that these vests are back! Looking great, girl!
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Merritt
love that striped tee!
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awhite
I have a black version of this sleeveless blazer/trench and it's my JAM. I have to wear it with wedges/heels though, because I'm short 'n stumpy, ha.
I love your white version with stripes! 🙂
-Ashley
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Shaira Manalo
I love this outfit. I'm also a big fan of vests and this white one is so nice 🙂
Looking forward to see more of your posts. Do you have an instagram account? Maybe we could follow each other. Let me know by leaving a comment on my blog or sending me a request. I'll follow back 🙂 Thanks!
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Have a nice day, Alissa!
xoxo,
SHAIRA
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Priya
Uhh, did you take these in Kansas? Because it looks like you're in freaking FRANCE! This outfit is so well put-together too. I love the look of a sleeveless trench but I know if I got one, I would wear it once and probably never again. You look great!
♥ perfectly Priya
Jeans and a Teacup
I've been wanting to try out this trend too! But I haven't figured out if I'd be able to wear the extra layer since it already feels like summer here in California. I'm loving those silver loafers too!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup