Trend alert SS23 : waistcoat mania

In SS23, the waistcoat is back in vogue, tailored, colourful or severe, as Kate Moss exemplified in the early 2000s and as the trend world wants to show again. They are present on the catwalks and in the looks of celebrities. Here you can find out which models to choose, which outfits to discover and which style icons to emulate.

Which celebrities have worn the waistcoat?

Celebrities who opted for this outfit include Kate Moss in black with an embellished vintage belt and gold bracelet, Alessandra Ambrosio in a sombre play of beige and white accented by the lime green bag, Elle Fanning in pinstripes and oversized trousers, Emrata in grey and thin-strap sandals, Kendall Jenner pairing the beige waistcoat with blue overpants and bouffant leather sandals, and Taylor Swift in blue pinstripes and bright red loafers.

The waistcoats at the SS23 fashion shows

Black leather with gold buttons worn with a striped long shirt and combat boots for Celine, with jewelled buttons and a belt full of charms for Chopova Lowena, pinstriped and teamed with destroyed cargo trousers for Coperni, pink and white checked bouclé with embellished buttons for Chanel, black and minimalist but highlighted by low-waisted trousers with bright embellishments for Stella McCartney, dotted and worn with flowered trousers for Vernisse.

Here are the 10 patterns to focus on:

For a tasteful ad hoc purchase, it's a good idea to browse vintage shops. The latest styles are: the green satin one from Dorothee Schumacher, the baby blue one from Mango, the bright pink one from The Frankie Shop, the black scoop-neck one from There Was One, the flawless white one from Yves saint Laurent, the rope one with hidden buttons from Cos, the classic black one from Wardrobe NYC, the beige linen one with contrasting buttons from Zara.