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A Fall InVestment

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There can be nothing better for that first chill of fall, than a vest.  They can range from sporty to functional, and you can find the right one for any outfit.  Throw them over a sweater with sport shirt, or pair one with hoodie, or a sport coat.  From country gent to city nomad, for this fall, get well vested.  Here are some of our favorites-

L.L. Bean – This zip-front, fleece-lined, wool plaid vest is a great layering piece on cold days. Throw it over your denim jacket, or pair the plaid with a striped oxford for warmer weather.  Football weekends !

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Lexington Clothing – Combine quilted down and leather, and you have this light-weight vest that can make a sweater, that much better.  With the two pockets with snap closures, and a cell phone pocket, you don’t even need to haul a briefcase or man bag.

Slate & Stone –  We are all about a hooded vest  This pairing of hounds tooth wool, in grey and black, along with down-quilted in navy, makes this great for the city, or a day up in the mountains.

Burkman Bros. – This vest has a quilted camo printed poplin exterior with a striped twill interior. With it’s zip front closure, this vest can go anywhere.

Orvis  – Right on the olive trend for fall, this multi-tweed vest adds a layer of warmth and style. With it’s six exterior pockets and one interior pocket, perhaps useful for beers and whiskey for game day.

Filson – The Mackinaw wool plaid vest is great under a jacket or just over a shirt.  Perhaps with your favorite pair of chinos and a denim jacket.  This five pocket vest, just might be your new favorite this, or any, fall.

Tom Handley
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