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Sweater Vests & Sleeveless Knits: Eclectic Grandpa Prep
A nostalgic yet modern study in sleeveless knitwear featuring cable-stitch V-neck vests, Fair Isle patterns, and textured wools layered under heritage sport coats. Built for collegiate autumn days, creative offices, and effortless smart-casual depth.
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We curated this collection around the 2025–2026 Eclectic Grandpa and Neo-Prep revival, where sleeveless knitwear serves as the ultimate bridge between shirts and tailoring. By layering a mustard cable-knit or Fair Isle sweater vest over an Oxford button-down, you add rich core warmth without bulk inside the sleeves of tweed, corduroy, or waxed jackets. Pair these tactile mid-layers with flannel trousers or dark selvedge denim for collected, lived-in polish.
— The Editors
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- Men's Green Straight Fit Chino Pants
- Men's Brown Leather Brogue Boots
- Men's Brown Leather Driving Gloves
- Men's Olive Waxed Canvas Jacket
- Men's Green Fair Isle Sweater Vest
- Men's Blue Chambray Button Down Shirt
- Men's Khaki Slim Fit Chino Pants
- Men's Brown Leather Dress Gloves
- Men's Green Corduroy Blazer Sport Coat
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