I'm Transitioning My Wardrobe for Spring With These Lightweight Vests

Spring is starting to bud in the form of longer, brighter days — which also means I’m freezing in the morning and breaking out into a sweat by mid-day. I’ve found that the perfect way to remedy this is by retiring my heavy puffer coat and opting for a more winter-to-spring-friendly piece: the classic vest. With a vest, I can layer a warmer long-sleeve shirt or lightweight sweater underneath so I stay at a comfortable temperature that’s not too hot or cold despite the fluctuating weather. 

Below, I rounded up eight spring-ready vests from Nordstrom, Lululemon, Free People, and more that’ll make transitioning seasons a breeze — and prices start at $25.

8 Editor-Picked Lightweight Vests:

Fuinloth Quilted Vest

The Fuinloth Quilted Vest is one of my top options to reach for during this seasonal transition thanks to its classic silhouette and casual look. It comes in 18 colors, including black, navy, purple, white, and green, and ranges in size XS to XXL. It features a zipper front closure with two zipper pockets on either side, a short collar, and a quilted design with a fully lined interior and lightweight padding for added warmth.

Free People We The Free Sweeney Vegan Vest

If you’re looking for an outerwear piece that perfectly marries the coolness of a moto-style jacket and the versatility of a vest, look no further than Free People’s We The Free Sweeney Vegan Vest. Available in a stone wash shade and sizes XS through XL, it features a two-way zipper closure with a snap button at the neck, two side seam pockets, and unique seaming on the front and back for added visual interest. It’s made from lightweight vegan leather that can easily be spot-cleaned and offers a snug fit that falls at about hip length.

Koodred Lightweight Utility Vest 

Koodred’s Lightweight Utility Vest has all the bells and whistles if you are looking for a style you can go bag-free with (while still looking stylish). It comes in 10 colors including green, black, brown, white, and yellow, plus sizes S through XL. It features a zipper and button front closure, four patch flap pockets that can also be accessed from the side, and a drawstring at the waist to accentuate the figure. It’s made from a lightweight cotton-polyester blend fabric that is breathable and has a longer length that stops at the midthigh.

Shop more vest styles you can wear now through spring, below.

Dilgul Lightweight Quilted Vest

Lululemon Another Mile Vest

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