Stay On Trend with Favorite Vest Crochet Patterns

Vests are a top trend right now, especially classic crochet vests. They are the perfect layering piece and work for almost any season and outfit. We rounded up five of our favorite vest crochet patterns that we think are perfect for the seasons to come. Each pattern is available on its own, or get our collection of patterns to fill your wardrobe with fun, functional vests. Each crochet vest showcases a unique technique, such as post stitches, colorwork, loop stitch, and lace, and many of these designs are unisex!

Tatami Vest

A classic V-neck vest is a must-have for men and women alike. The Tamami Vest by Peter Franzi makes the classic piece feel new again. This vest showcases beautiful post-stitch texture and ribbing at hems, neck and, shoulders. The sample used a sock yarn created from a blend of washable wool and nylon, making the vest a piece of cake to wash. Dress this vest up with a nice coat or leave it casual with your favorite pair of jeans.

Half-Moon Vest

If you’re looking for a casual vest with a unique shape, Dora Ohrenstein’s tie-front Half-Moon Vest may be the one for you. This innovative vest begins with a horseshoe shape at the center back that grows into a square at the top and a half circle at the bottom. The fronts are worked separately from the armhole in a continuation of the circle. A blend of yak down and bamboo in the yarn gives the vest an effortless, flowy drape.

Woodcutter’s Vest

Gingham will never go out of style! The Woodcutter’s Vest, designed by Jennifer Pionk, uses three different colors of yarn to create a classic buffalo check effect. The use of two different reds, one dark and one light, imitates the color blending that happens in a woven fabric. By working the two colors in one row and working over the nonworking color, you avoid floats and yarn ends for a simple color changing technique. The featured yarn is a blend of acrylic and wool for a cozy feel, and the vest can be worn open or zipped up!

Whiskers Vest

Diamonds flow up the center back and front of Kristen TenDyke’s Whiskers Vest, named for the line “Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens” from The Sound of Music—and it will become “one of your favorite things” in your wardrobe. The double lines of cables cross over one another for a unique, open-look cable. The vest is made using a 100% wool chunky yarn, so it’s extra warm and quick to stitch. The chunky yarn gives the simple fabric added texture and a rustic look.

Campo Vest

Vests are a big trend at the moment, and so is heavy texture in yarn—whether that be boucle or faux fur. The Campo Vest, made by Arica Presinal, calls on both trends with its fur-like texture. This vest is made with loop stitches, also known as the fur stitch because of the texture it creates. The vest gives off vintage 1970s vibes that are also on-trend. Use a super touchable yarn, such as the Merino, silk, and polyamide blend used in the sample!

There is nothing like staying cozy and trying out a fun trend if you haven’t already. Vests are staple layering pieces and add a lot to a look. Whether you are making something to dress up or dress down, a vest may be the next crochet project for you. We hope you’ll make one or more of the vest crochet patterns included in our pattern collection!