My bride loved it the first time I purchased it. It runs a little small so if your in between sizes order larger and it has a strap adjustment in the rear. It is very good quality.

Goes great with my new Gray Sharkskin suit.

Looks great and is comfortable. By measurement, I’m At the small end of L size, however I had to purchase an M for the best fit. Very satisfied.

prettier in person than online! Very pleased

Best ever looks great feels even better to wear lots of positive coments can definitely recommend this one its a perfect fit just love it

This vest goes with any ensemble, and definitely makes a statement. Sizing was accurate (ordered a medium), surprisingly, especially for a guy with a bigger upper body chest. The waist is easily tapered with the adjustment strap on the back, so it won't look baggy.

Great fabric - looks wonderful on him - he loves it as I do!

This vest is ok ..not great like I expected from such a reputable source. Actually looks like it was sewn in China.. :( it has darts in the front, that's fine but they are short sewn and make the sides pucker. We needed the vest on short notice..our fault, or else we would have sent it back. Although it is pretty and the buttons are really nice.

My first order with the Emporium was a collection of waistcoats; this one is a particular favourite. Fine texture, beautiful colour - pairs very nicely indeed with the charcoal Callahan frock coat and the black velvet Edwardian morning coat. Looks superb, fits well, excellent value all 'round.

Wonderful fit, looks fantastic with my morning coat. Very happy with the purchase

This vest pattern seems to photograph better than it looks in person. A few seams and pockets were lower quality than expected.

Very impressed.Fast delivery and vest fit superbly well.

Wah Maker quality, real silk, fast regular shipping, Emporium ROCKS!

Yet another wonderful item of clothing from Historical Emporium, this waistcoat (or vest) is stylish, comfortable and definitely draws compliments fro all my friends.

Very pleased with the quality

When I received the vest, I tried it on immediately, perfect fit. The size chart is spot on, almost to a fault...needed just a hair more room, but is still very comfortable. The fabric was everything I expected and more. The picture doesn't do it justice. Very satisfied with the time of shipping and delivery. Would purchase from this site again if ever the need arises. Thank you so much for the quality and integrity of your company

Quality not quite up to 5 stars but okay.

Fits perfect. I'm 5'10 and weigh 170 pounds With a muscular build. The medium is just right. Not to loose at all. The buttons and finish to the vest look very sharp.

Bought this vest to brighten up my formal wear. Mission accomplished! Now have this Royal Blue Twin City Vest and Wah Maker's Dragon Vest to liven up a tuxedo. I despise having to get dressed up but it is far more tolerable when you feel good about what you are wearing, these vests do it for me. Quality, style and cut of this vest is just what I was looking for.

Beautiful and a great fit.I really liked the color and fabric

The twin vest royal blue is a lovely bright colour looks great with dark suite, would recommend this vest my my occasions.

A great vest! I love the way it looks. The only downside is the strap in the back has an annoying fastener: you pretty much have to take the vest off to tighten/loosen it yourself. Other than that, the vest is worth it.

thought the buttons and button holes were poorly incorporated in the fabric, loosely sewn on and loose threads

I ordered the best in the long version of my normal size. This vest was barely long enough but was far too small around the waist. I then ordered two more vests, one size bigger and two sizes bigger, but they were not available in longs. The one size bigger vest was fine around the middle but was terribly short. I ended up sending all three vests back. I understand the vests are cut shorter in the old style, but I think these went to extremes. I'm only 6'1" so it's not like I'm overly tall. I would have had to wear pants almost up to my chest for the regular length vest to work. The color of the vests was terrific - every bit as brilliant as you see in the photos. I wasn't really thrilled with the material though. It was very thin and flimsy . . . it wouldn't hold up to more than a couple CW reenactments, I'm afraid. It felt like a cheap costume rather than a real vest, and for the price I expected better quality. If you're shorter than average the length may not be a problem. If you're average or taller you really need to go with the LT version of the vest and hope it fits. Expect to order one size bigger than you normally would as well. If you need the vest for a one-time use and you can get one that fits, it will work very well for you. If you plan to use it for multiple events I think you'll be disappointed in the material. Gotta love the color though, and the vest looked very nice. I wish I could have made it work. It was perfect for our wedding.

As a professional Magician, I bought this Twin City Vest to replace on of my current vests (purchased elsewhere) that has worn out. It arrived well packaged, along with the two matching garters that I purchased as well. The vest looks and fits quite well, but the material (especially the lining) is a bit thinner than I was expecting. All in all, still a good looking vest at a good price.

Exactly what I ordered fits well, looks great but not using it till august so can't say more.

Perfect came in great time was not very long of a wait. The material is light weight and a thin type material so should not be very hot to wear. I am very happy with my recent purchase. Thamks- Steve-

I love the vest, and it will look great at my wedding. :)

The vest is beautiful but I had to send it back because it was too small. I had ordered a XL but a 2x is required. I'm not sure if they received the return that I mailed 1st Class mail last Thursday. I hope so, for I will need it in a few weeks. Thanks

This vest is exactly what I was hoping for, and will be a wonderful addition to my wedding attire. Thanks!

Nice fit and looks great! Arrived very quickly.

The Twin-City Vest in black is stunning, and whilst light weight, is of quality workmanship. The self pattern is striking but subtle making it a stand out vest in my gentlemen's attire. I am very happy with the product

Love this Twin City Vest in black. Looks so classy with both my black silk puff tie and the grey silk puff tie. Intend on buying the Twin City Vest in grey, in future as well.

The fabric patterning is much more visible in person and the overall quality is good for the price. The vest does fit a bit snuggly at the largest part of the belly. We did measure and purchase for the appropriate size and he is on the low end of the sizing for the size we purchased. Other than that love the item.

Again, I can't say enough for the quality of the items I have purchased here. The Twin City Vest is top quality in regard to materials and comfort. Will look forward to adding another in the near future. Pass my profound thanks onto all that are a part of your great organization _ KUDOS.......

Quality item. Highest quality.

The vest is very nice, and well made. However, the sizing is not quite right. I measured my waist and belly, and based on that I got a Large. Turns out I should have gotten an XL. I think you need to revise your measuring chart, as this inaccuracy cost me a button which popped the first time wearing it.

A good value for the price. The vest is typical of the second half of the 19th century. It can dress a honest family man, a fancy clergyman, a black hat cowboy, or a greedy capitalist. The construction is lighter than what is was then, but it makes it more comfortable and not too warm. lI have worn it recently at a traditional Xmas party with a red tartan bow tie and it was a success.

beauitiful vest , not made for larger men with long torsos, does not fit right looks silly

Great fit and good look

Beautiful, I have been looking for this vest for 2 yrs.

I received the vest in record time. No issues with customer service, or the order process. I tried the vest on and hated it. You see, I'm going to a wedding and I wanted something different. I felt that the over look of the product was cheap. So.....sent it back yesterday. I will continue to use your shop...just not that vest. Thanks.

I sew - so I know fabrics. This fabric was not the quality I hoped for. Other wise - It's OK.

This is a very, VERY handsome piece on my boyfriend! Looks great for any and all occasions/cons!

shipping was really fast and the vest is really quality!

well made and was impressed with quality and fit.

This particular style and shade was chosen by our barbershop quartet because of its color and range of sizes--our members run between Medium and 3XT! Having an all-silk facing with a subtle pattern gave the vest a very handsome look. Quality of detail and workmanship was excellent. Hopefully now we'll sing as good as we look!

this vest is very well made and is very smooth the colour is just perfect fits like glove I find I am wearing this vest more than others I can definitely recommend this one cheers

I love this vest! It fits so perfectly and the quality surpasses the garbage that most mainstream sellers try to push. I wish I could just walk into a store and purchase high quality clothes like this. Thank you Gentleman's Emporium!

The vest is of great quality and fits great. Will be making many more purchases

THIS WAHMAKER VEST is top of the line in a well made, handsome and authentic vest of the period in time it represents! ~ It is a real "eye-catcher" that will not disappoint its wearer! ~ Best of all it's ....MADE IN THE USA!!!

This was my first purchase from the Historical Emporium along with a satin silver puff tie and I have to say this exeded all expectations, the vest is very well made and is extremely light over all I love it. I will say this when I got it there where a few strings around the buttons but I was assured by a friend of mine who does a lot of tailor work that it was just the tie off point were they closed the stitching for the button holes. Well there is my " complaint " for this review and all it took to fix it was about two minutes with a small scissors and you couldn't even tell so all in all I give this 5 stars.

I heard the delivery was fast... still amazed by the speed. but beyond that, the vest is super amazing and awesome and comfortable.

Good quality vest. Sizing is perfect. Definately would purchase from Historical Emporium again. Also, very quick service

The vest arrived before I expected it and I am very happy

This vest is well-crafted and really looks sharp under my black Victorian Cutaway Coat. It will also look great when worn as "Santa casual" with black trousers and an open-collared white shirt.

What ca I say about a silk vest made in the USA! This vest is beautiful. So well made and a perfect fit.

Excellent quality, good fit!

Not only do I love the vest, I have not yet worn it without getting at least one comment about how nice it is.

Received within del. dates shown (as has happened with everything else I have bought). The vest is everything you said it would be in colour and material. It helped that I already owned a red version of the same vest. They make a fine addition to my mid 19th century garb that I wear when making my presentations at the local Historic Village and at the Seniors' Residences where I make historic presentations. I will also wear it for St Patrick's day.

Love the vest...

Very nice vest. Fit is as described in the catalogue. Color is a nice Emerald Green.

Consider this a great value. It is a quality piece.

Very proud of this vest: light fabric easy to wear and to move in it, it is short to match with high-waisted trousers of the period

Everything else in my order was too shelf. This vest is VERY cheaply made. Super thin fabric. Overall very low quality and not worth the purchase. It is pretty though. More of a disappointment really since everything else in my order was such a pleasure.

The vest fit exactly to my fiance's measurements and it looks very sharp, is lightweight, and pairs perfectly with the tailcoat we ordered. Very pleased with this item!

Quick service, excellent fit

Mostly satisfied. I would be a happier if it were just a little longer.

Sorry to report that I returned the vest. The workmanship and quality of the vest was great, however the size of vest was not even close to normal size. I consistently wear a medium in shirts, jackets, etc. Your vest was so small there was no way it would button and was at least 2 inches short in length. I ordered the vest for a wedding and did not have enough time to place a second order. Anyway thanks for the opportunity to return.

The vest looked great! I thought the size was way small for a XXL.

I recently purchased a different vest, size XL and found it snug. I wanted lots of room to breath and so purchased the 2XT vest. This vest is VERY roomy and I like that effect. The colour looks great with my previously purchased red and black puff ties. A tip for others: if you have the option on the vest, order the tall. It's long enough for modern waist pants.

Size Small is really a medium and needs to be taken in about 3 inches. Otherwise, well constructed.

This vest is nice quality and the sheen and pattern of this fabric is outstanding! Love it!

When I've worn this vest with a black coat and bow tie, more than one person (complete strangers) has suggested that I might be well off financially. That's how classy this vest is! The fact that it's made in the U.S.A. and of fine quality only adds to the overall satisfaction of this purchase. That it's a "period" vest even down to the buttons, creates a unique style when worn with or without a jacket. W.

All of the vests I have are all darker colors which didn't look quite right with the jacked I recently purchased from Historical Emporium but this one was perfect! This is the sixth vest I've ordered and every one has been fantastic!

I love to watch the television show Downton Abby, I look to the characters on the show for ideas on outfits of that particular time. The Baker City vest is an elegant and proper looking piece of attire, a must have for any gentleman's ensemble.

Excellent gentlemanly attire. Purchased a size Small for a snug, fitted fit and IT FITS PERFECTLY & comfortably (my frame 38-40 chest, 32 waist). Gorgeous finishes and silk fabric, excellent brocade pattern. Perfect length (short, appropriate enough for a cut off tailcoat).

I bought this as a possible groomsmen vest but instead decided that my father would wear it and it fit perfectly. It's true to size and the quality is impeccable. He tried on one of the cotton vest and liked the softer, less stiff feel of the baker city vest. Thanks!

a beautiful garment. Very pleased with the craftsmanship, especially being a larger guy like myself. Fantastic!

These folks have been great to work with will be getting more stuff from them in the future even thought I had to send one item back for a different size ,all good easy .

I ordered this vest sort of as a trial. Having never ordered anything from these guys before, and wondering if the low price meantalso meant low quality, I held my breath. The order arrived very quickly. I must say I am very pleased with the product! The fit is perfect, the fabric and construction first rate, and the look when worn with my costume is every bit as good as the photo on the website. I highly recommend this vest and I expect to order more items from HE soon!

This is the THIRD version of this very same vest that I've owned (to accommodate my spreading waistline). The color and styling are "sharp as a tack", and the workmanship of top quality. WAH vests tend to run a little smaller than some other companies, so one might consider ordering a size larger and than one might usually order.

Nice article. I have been wearing it as part of my Christmas apparel when doing presentations at Seniors Residences & in the Christmas weekend at the Fanshawe Pioneer village were I portray an 19th century print shop owner/operator. One thing that appealed at the seniors home (where they keep the thermostat set high) is the light weight material in this vest.

The Material was made thin and cheaply. Once putting it in the cleaner. I do not think I will get too much wear out of it.

I love this vest. The color, the style, are all just as presented. I have purchased several other vests and have always been more than satisfied with the quality. Keep up the good work.

This is the second vest I purchased, and just like the first vest, it looks the same as it does on the web site. The color, pattern, and texture of the vest is outstanding. I like the double breasted variety and will be purchasing more in the future.

It fit perfectly, looks much sharper than the picture, great quality, and terrific reviews from my friends

Got raves about the vest, Love it .. just one thing, not quite long enough in the front, I am not a very large man tho I weigh 270, but 6 ft tall so your vest rides up and allows my waist belt to show. Still looks sharper than anyone else.. Thanks

Many of my friends at the Historical Society Christmas party asked if it were a vintage piece, it was such a compliment to my black vintage tail coat, worn with your gold ascot and white formal shirt it could have been Christmas 1912!

This vest was true to the representaion in H.E.'s advert. The colour was spot on & looks smashing on my man. Excellent value, finer material than the tux-4-hire shops. Product arrived on time, and in mint condition. We have since purchased the complete outfit without hesitation. I have forwarded this site to all my friends and associates. Excellent 'toe-in-the-tub' product if you are hessitant to purchase. Merci H.E.! K

Very authentic and well made.

This vest is perfect for my fiancé for our wedding...only thing is, since he is 6'4, we ended up having to exchange the vest for one size larger for length...

Beautiful victorian vest my fiance will use for his wedding attire! Fast and secure service, we will be ordering from you in the future! Thank you.

This vest fits well and looks great. Note when purchasing vests - I typicall wear a 42 - yet I will end up with a medium vest as it fits my torso better. Remember, without sleeves there is no real worry about arm movement. The material leaves a bit to be desired - the finish, while nice, also leaves a bit to be desired. The button holes catch loose thread on the buttons. This is fairly typical with the acetate vests. A little more attention to detail on these finish items and this would be five stars.

Very lightweight and well made. Striking! Recieved many positive comments the first time I wore it. The vest fits perfectly and even comes with a spare button inside. Thank you.