Archibald | Textured Knit Zip Vest

A full-zip knit vest with a stand collar, two hip zip pockets, and a two-tone textured knit body that gives the piece some visual depth without a pattern. The knit has a marled or tweed-style surface — two yarn tones worked together so the fabric reads as textured rather than flat — and the body panels sit closer and more structured than a standard loose knit, giving the vest a defined shape through the chest without lining or interfacing. The stand collar sits high and closes at the top of the zip, with the collar itself finished in a smooth contrast trim that matches the zip tape — a detail that separates it from a basic zip-through. Two zip pockets sit at hip level on either side, finished with the same contrast trim and a metal zip pull, practical for actual use rather than decorative. A ribbed hem band finishes the base of the vest, pulling in slightly at the hip without elasticating. The armhole is clean-cut without binding or trim, sitting close enough to the shoulder to layer under a jacket without bunching. Wear over a collared shirt with trousers for a smart-casual combination, layer under a wool-look coat for added warmth through the core, or style with dark jeans and a plain long-sleeve tee for a relaxed weekend version.

Why You'll Love This:

• Stand collar closes at the top of the zip with contrast trim finishing — a detail that reads as more considered than a standard zip-through neckline
• Two-tone marled knit body gives the fabric visual texture and depth without a printed or woven pattern
• Two hip zip pockets with contrast trim and metal pulls are practical in depth and finish, not decorative
• Ribbed hem band sits at the hip and holds the vest's shape without elasticating or pulling the body in
• Clean-cut armhole sits close to the shoulder and layers flat under a jacket or coat without bunching at the sleeve
• Structured knit body holds its shape through the chest without lining — sits defined rather than loose or boxy