Utility vests have been a mainstay in style for awhile now, but I just jumped on the that particular train this fall. I have no idea why it took me so long because I’m in love. I’m obviously a big vest fan, so a utility vest is an easy add to my wardrobe.
We have had some crazy winter storms around here lately, which left a ton of snow and ice everywhere. Then it warmed up to the upper 30s and now it is a sloppy mess. So I’ve been wearing my Bean Boots on repeat. I feel like Bean Boots and a utility vest are a perfect combination. Both are a little outdoors-y and have the same vibe. To dress it up a bit to make it work-appropriate (yes, I totally wear my bean boots to work!) I added a pretty knit fringe scarf. And of course, the perfect base is a easy striped swing dress. I could live in these dresses. I have enough of them that people probably wouldn’t even notice *monkey covering eyes emoji*
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Wearing:
Old Navy striped dress
Utility vest via Macy’s
Zella leggings
Scarf via Nordstrom (similar)
Tory Burch tote
LL Bean Boots
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That dress works awesomely for layering! I love the stripes–it’s nice when the winter isn’t too cold so you can get away with wearing dresses with leggings.
You bet! I’m all about dresses and leggings in winter.
I love this vest!! Paired with the dress, that’s such a great way to style it!!
Thanks Lindsey!
Utility vests are everything! So cute!
They really are great!
I have yet to jump on the utility vest train, mostly because I haven’t found one that doesn’t make me look incredibly short! That dress, give me one in every color 🙂
Right? I’m pretty sure I DO have it in every color (well not the orange-ish ones). It took me a long time to find this vest too.
Well this is just darling as can be!! Love my utility vest so much!! With that dress and boots….oh so cute!!
Thanks 🙂
Super cute…those old navy swing dresses are just so versatile!
They are so great!
Cute combo! I love utility vests & their versatility – they can be dressed up or down.
They really are that ultimate mixer!
Such a great classic look. I love it! I just jumped on the utility vest recently too.
Thanks Carrie! Can’t wait to see how you style yours 🙂
This is the cutest outfit! Love the dress and utlity vest.
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Thanks Greta!
I have that same dress in black. Love how you styled this – copying!
Woot! These dresses are the best!
I love a good vest! This outfit is fun and functional – win/win!
Vests are the best 🙂
I love my utility vest! I have yet to pair it with any dresses, but I do have a striped one similar to yours that would be cute.
It is a great staple in a wardrobe.
This outfit is super cute! I’m obsessed with utility vests except I don’t have one yet! I just love how they add to any outfit!
They really do!
Ok, this has to be my very fav Alison look ever. Everything about it is adorable, fun, flirty and the right balance of girl and tomboy. LOVE!
Thanks Leslie! 🙂
adorable! i still regret not getting a ultility vest… suppose my jacket will do… if only I wasn’t having to wear a parka daily
This is so cute! I’ve been wanting a vest like that for awhile!!!
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