Summer Vests to Keep You Cool

As the temps start their rise from comfortably mild to scorching hot, it’s time to take stock of your wardrobe. White summer dress(es)? Check. Water bottle holder? Got it. Dad sandals? Already on the way. But we’re guessing you don’t have nearly enough summer vests. Sweater vests have become fall and winter mainstays. And three-piece suiting is still going strong. When it comes to summer, however, most of us steer clear of both categories. Actually, you can rock both types from June through August. Of course, there are some caveats. First, material matters. Skip wool and other heavy fabrics. Instead, look for linen, cotton, etc. Second, consider sporting the vests solo. Granted, some don’t have buttons to keep everything covered. In those cases, simply slip a tee or tank underneath. Problem solved. Scroll down to discover the most stylish summer vests around.

Summer Vests

Summer Vests #1

Zara Tailored Vest, $39.90 at Zara
Summer Vests #2

Michael Lo Sordo White Linen Waist Coat Vest, $114 at SSENSE
Summer Vests #3

Nanushka Thuza Macramé Vest, $825 at Nanushka
Summer Vests #4

Philosophy di Lorenzo Serafini Striped Double-Breasted Waistcoat, $788 at Farfetch
Summer Vests #5

Intimately Vest Dressed Cami in Sanguine, $38 at Free People
Summer Vests #6

Mango Wrapped Cotton Vest, $99.99 at Mango
Summer Vests #7

Acne Studios Cable-Knit Sweater Vest, $420 at mytheresa.com
Summer Vests #8

Totême Pine Cutaway-Front Canvas Waistcoat, $440 at Matches Fashion
Summer Vests #9

& Other Stories Boxy Silk Blend Vest in Yellow, $69 at & Other Stories
Summer Vests #10

Mango Tweed Pocket Vest in Green, $99.99 at Mango
Summer Vests #11

Pixie Market Ecru Linen Vest, $79 at Pixie Market
Summer Vests #12

Marine Serre Denim Vest, $525 at mytheresa.com
Summer Vests #13

H&M Crop Sweater Vest in White, $12.99 at H&M
Summer Vests #14

Anthropologie Darika Sweater Tank in Lavender, $98 at Anthropologie
Summer Vests #15

Zara Striped Knit Vest, $35.90 at Zara
Summer Vests #16

The Frankie Shop Candela Belted Suit Vest in Sunlight, $125 at The Frankie Shop
Summer Vests #17

Urban Outfitters Dora Argyle Sweater Vest in Lime, $44 at Urban Outfitters
Summer Vests #18

Free People Denson Cable Vest in Honey Suckle, $68 at Free People