Hack Your Wardrobe: How Sweater Vests Make Dressing For the British Summer a Breeze

Chances are you’ve already noticed, but this summer just isn’t summering the way it should be. With more cool and rainy days on the horizon this August, it can be hard to plan exactly what to wear for these sudden changes in weather, but don’t panic - we’re here to make things much, much easier. Behold, our ultimate transitional wardrobe hack: the knitted sweater vest.

Now, we know that a knit vest isn’t going to protect you from any sudden downpour - but bear with us here. What the style is more than capable of is being the perfect mid-weight layer for when those volatile temperature drops kick in, and for injecting a pop of colour into your wardrobe when the sun is nowhere to be seen. Also, if you did need to top off your ‘fit with a raincoat, this is a non-bulky option that should help you avoid overheating underneath.

In conclusion, the sweater vest is such a wardrobe staple that all of our favourite brands have included at least one in their collections this year. Here, we’ve pulled together options to suit all styles and budgets, from a preppy, quiet luxury-inspired version from Sporty & Rich, to a ‘70s sportswear-infused iteration from adidas Consortium and Wales Bonner. Of course, there are also super colourful styles from GANNI and Acne Studios here too, though each one offers up endless styling options for those in-betweeny days. Let us know which one you'll be adding to your wardrobe, and hit the links below to shop the styles over at END.