When I got my two piece tailcoat set, my intention was not to do full white tie. But then I needed the shirt for my livery and the tie as well and hey, in for a penny, in for a pound! I like it very much. As with the rest, it's well constructed. It took me a second to figure out how it's worn, as it's quite a different cut than I'm used to, but ones on it fits nicely (a concern with any vest, but particularly men's) and looks grand!

The vest is well made, with good quality fabric. Just wish the pocket welts were actually pockets, as my husband wears a pocket watch and chain with his Victorian and Edwardian dress. I am a costume designer and maker, so I will add the pockets myself.

This vest looks great with my husband's Victorian tux with tails. It bulges out at the sides a little, but you can't see it with the tux jacket on. We use this for historical dancing, so he's not supposed to remove his jacket on the dance floor anyway. So, it works fine for us. Looks fantastic when he's got everything on together. Thank you.

I ordered this as a back up for the Tux but just not what I needed will be returning it

Putting this vest on it felt as though i should be in a movie in the 20's . That being said i'm going to a Gatsby party this New Years Eve and it being my Anniversary i'm beyond pleased with this vest . A+ Joe Botticelli Ogunquit, Maine

completely satisfied

I didn't care for the fabric of the vest and have returned it back to Historical Emporium for a refund.

This item as well as any from The Emporium is of the highest quality. No complaint

Twice is a Charm! I ordered a Large the first time and returned it today due to it was too small. Soon as I received it I ordered a Extra Large, it arrived today and is great. Will be ordering the Green one next. Quality Vest for sure.

This Double breasted vest is of great quality. It is tube shaped rather than tapered so gives a little more room to breath so to speak. Match your size according to the larger; belly or chest. The 36 fit for my husband who normally wears 34 pants. We paired it with two different shirts, the Virgil and Bellamy for different looks. The quality is wonderful, the customer service was 10 out of 10. I would highly recommend any products from Historical Emporium.

I used this as a costume piece in a Christmas play. It was just what the costumer wanted to see!

I used this as a costume piece in a Christmas play. It was just what the costumer wanted to see!

I can hardly find anything negative to say! Perfect fit, comfortable, and not too badly priced!

XXL fits larger than expected, but not drastically. Canvas feels durable. Lighter and cooler than expected. Pockets are reasonably sized and useful.

The vest is surprisingly thick and warm, and the stitching is carefully done. The double buttons are not for show but are all functional. The sizing was also perfect. I am more than pleased with the vest, obviously, and it arrived quickly after purchase.

Looks great! Looking forward to getting a lot of wear out of it this winter.

I was underprepared for just how thick and durable this vest was going to be. It really is a thick canvas material and pairs well with canvas trousers for a formal look that is still functional for work. Do not recommend wearing this on a hot day though, it is seriously a thick fabric. The fabric is so thick I struggle to get my US Marshal badge through the fabric for my cosplay XD!

I wear a vest all year long, and have many vests. This one is for more dress up occasions and it did the trick. Was impressed with the quality and look.I will be back for other items.

Exactly the look I wanted! Great vest.

Great quality vest, very sharp! Ordered it to be worn at a wedding and was very happy I did. Excellent company, with great service!

It's a heavier, thicker vest with a straight cut and round bottom. The fit was almost perfect, and I keep getting complimented on it. I may need to find a 'reason' to purchase another.

I have looked for a canvas double breasted vest for a long time, and was unable to find one, until I found Historical Emporium on a search for another item (which I also purchased from them) and was pleased with the vest and its look!

this vest is going to be one i wear a lot

If you buy this vest, order a size down from your usual size. I bought a 2XL as normal, and it turned out to be too long and wide for me. I had to have it taken up, which cost extra for the tailor to do. It was a very expensive process for an already expensive vest. I like the look and shape of it. I just wish there were more like it for sale in different patterns. I wanted one because it reminds me of an outfit from Blackadder's A Christmas Carol, only lighter. It fits into that Regency/Dickens era perfectly. But the pattern itself is a little bit fuzzy up close, which is disappointing (though maybe not surprising, given the technological limitations of the era.) This looks great with black. Lots of black. It really stands out. I haven't tried brown though, as that's not really my colour. Also, it suits a high collared shirt better I think. So either Regency or Victorian high stand collar styles.

Perfect fit. Nice heavy weight textile as advertised. It will be my favorite waistcoat when the weather turns a little cooler.

I've had my eye on this one for awhile and finally decided to go ahead and get it. First, the color is very close to what I see on my monitor. The fit is very good, true to size and not uncomfortable. Being a tapestry vest, the fabric is pretty thick. This is most noticeable in the collar area, but not a deal breaker by any means, but l will be wearing it in cooler weather. l have only briefly worn it a couple of times so far and have received a number of compliments on it. The Crimson or Walnut pants really work well with it.

We ordered this along with a tail coat for a Halloween costume. I needed help to make sure I was getting the right size, and I was concerned about receiving it in time. I received the vest ahead of projected schedule, it fits perfectly, and the quality is great!

I like this item because it is unusual and rich-looking without being obvious. The material is thick and tweed-like, and this makes the pattern and colors appear more subtle than the photo might indicate. Unfortunately it also picks up lint rather easily; don't wear it with any item that may shed. But that's the only criticism I have. It's well made. The pattern is well matched, which I often don't find even in more expensive items from higher-end retailers. You must button/unbutton all eight buttons as none are just for show. The fit is good with minimal or no taper. That's good news for those of us who don't have designer bodies. Overall, I highly recommend this.

Excellent quality and very comfortable to wear. Liked the first one so much I bought a second.

Shipping was fast .. My new vest is awesome! Love it!

This Vest Looks Even Better In Person! Great Fit and Style! I Get Compliments Every Time I Wear It! Exceptional Customer Service & Shipping!

This is the best vest i ever had, very smooth.

Very nice, shipped in just a few days as stated. Very satisfied!!

Never had so many complaments on a vest ever. The color, style and softness.

Fantastic & well made product as to the period & material used, fit was a plus & the measuring advice was precise.

good quality , product has some weight about it; think it will last quite a while.

I was putting together an outfit for a presentation of a 19th-century preacher. The rest of the suit is pretty plain (black coat and pants, white shirt, black tie), so I wanted one piece that stood out and was special. This really fits the bill! The tapestry feel and looks gives a rich texture and the silver buttons really set it off! I love this vest and I want to wear it everywhere!