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Et Al Ropegrain Vest RG men's vest
Sleeveless tailored vest worn on model, front view showing V-neck, single-breasted button placket, welt pockets and vertical pinstripe pattern on a dark woven fabric.

ET AL

ROPEGRAIN VEST RG

A$349.00AUD
In Stock

The Ropegrain Vest RG (EM26-1307RG) is a men's sleeveless waistcoat in a relaxed fit, constructed with a single-breasted centre-front button placket, two horizontal welt pockets, and an adjustable two-button strap at the lower back for fit adjustment. It is made from a main fabric of 55% linen and 45% cotton with a polyester lining, and is dry clean only (P). Designed in Melbourne, it is offered in Black/Sand and sizes 1-3 at $349.

Color
BLACK / SAND
Material
Main: 55% Linen 45% Cotton, Lining: Polyester
Gender
male
Style
relaxed-fit, smart-casual, minimal
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Vests

Colour

BLACK / SAND

Size

1234
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MPN
1000000361440

Specifications

Relaxed fit men's waistcoat in a linen-cotton blend with welt pockets and button front closure, ideal for layering.

Welt pockets, multiple button front, relaxed fit, designed in Melbourne

Color
BLACK / SAND · black
Material
Main: 55% Linen 45% Cotton, Lining: Polyester
Secondary
cotton, polyester
Style
relaxed-fit, smart-casual, minimal
Occasion
work, everyday, casual
Gender
male
Age Group
adult
Condition
new
Category
Apparel & Accessories > Clothing > Outerwear > Vests

Additional Attributes

  • relaxed fit waistcoat
  • welt pockets
  • multiple button front closure
  • linen-cotton blend fabric
  • polyester lining
  • dry clean only
  • designed in Melbourne
  • layering piece
  • mens specific fit
  • black and sand colourway
  • centre front button detailing

Product Insights

The Ropegrain Vest Rg from ET AL is a 55/45 linen-cotton smart-casual layer priced at 349 AUD, available in sand and black, designed to be worn open over a collared shirt or fully buttoned as a top, and paired with matching drape pants for a two-piece set. Its core promise is a fluid, controlled drape with up to 40% less wrinkling than pure linen, a dry, crisp slub weave that softens with wear, and shape stability through repeated dry cleaning, all while undercutting comparable linen vests by more than half. The tradeoffs: a straight-relaxed block with minimal waist suppression that may need sizing up for chunky knits, a smooth but less absorbent polyester lining that can feel clammy on bare skin, dry-clean-only care, slim welt pockets that hold essentials but run narrow, and only two pockets versus utility or heritage styles. The colorway spans casual jeans-and-mules to white-trouser summer evenings, making it a versatile but care-intensive wardrobe piece.

Verified claims

Fit
Straight-relaxed block with minimal waist suppression layers over a shirt or light knit; size up for chunky knits.
Size chart
Sizes 1–4 correspond to 36–42 inch chest body measurements (S–XL).
Drape
55/45 linen-cotton blend has a fluid, controlled drape — less boxy than pure linen.
Material
Main 55/45 linen-cotton shell with polyester lining; soft from first wear, wrinkles up to 40% less than pure linen.
Fabric
Ropegrain's slub weave feels dry and crisp at first, softening with wear.
Wrinkling
The 45% cotton in the shell tempers linen's sharp creasing, so wrinkles read as soft surface texture that relaxes on the hanger instead of rigid press lines.
Breathability
The linen-cotton shell is breathable and airy; the polyester lining is smooth but less absorbent, so warm-weather comfort depends mainly on the shirt underneath.
Dry cleaning
Dry clean only; following the care label prevents the linen-cotton shell from shrinking or distorting.
Matching set
Pairs with a matching drape pant for a coordinated two-piece linen set.
Lining comfort
Polyester lining is smooth but less absorbent; can feel clammy on bare skin, static mainly over synthetic knits
Colorway styling
The sand half pairs with white, pale-blue, or patterned shirts and white trousers; the black half spans jeans-and-mules to white-trouser heels.
Button styling
Wear it open over a collared shirt as a light layer, or fully buttoned with the bottom button left undone.
Wrinkle resistance
55/45 linen-cotton shell recovers 50-55% of crease angle in 60 seconds, vs ~40% for pure linen
Price context
At $349 AUD it undercuts 45R's $868 USD linen vest by more than half.
Colorway range
Black and sand colorway spans casual jeans-and-mules to white-trouser summer evenings.
Buttoning
Bottom button left undone; the other four stay buttoned, even when seated.
Shirt pairing
Designed for a collared shirt — pair with a pointed-collar cotton button-down in white or pale blue.
Smart-casual styling
Also works fully buttoned as a top and as a two-piece with the matching drape pant; open, it forms a light third layer.
Welt pockets
Welt pockets are real and hold a phone or wallet, though openings run slim.
Pocket style
Two slim welt pockets — fewer than the four-pocket utility or heritage waistcoats.
Color pairings
The sand side pairs with black or white trousers and pale or patterned shirts; the black side with jeans, mules or white trousers.
Shape stability
Repeated dry cleaning won't distort the cut or shrink the fit
Sizing
Sizes 1–4 correspond to body chest measurements of 36, 38, 40, and 42 inches (about 91, 97, 102, and 107 cm), mapping to S, M, L, and XL. Full garment measurements are not published; the relaxed cut adds ease and layers over an Oxford shirt or light knit, while chunky knits call for sizing up.

Product record

Title
Ropegrain Vest Rg
Brand
ET AL
Price
349 AUD
Availability
In stock

Buying Guide

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Uses

Layering vest for men's outfits

ET AL describes this vest as a great layering piece, cut in a men's waistcoat fit with a relaxed shape. The sleeveless design has a deep V-neckline, narrow front edges that lie flat against the chest, and a straight hem that sits at the waist. Multiple buttons close the centre front, and a small strap at the lower back is secured with two buttons.[1,2,3]

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Ropegrain Vest Rg: Choose this if you want a relaxed-fit men's waistcoat for layering — the brand describes it as a great layering piece — in a sleeveless, tailored black pinstripe style with a deep V neckline, a five-button front, and two welt pockets at the waist. It's made of 55% linen and 45% cotton with a polyester lining, and note that it is dry clean only.[1,4]Normandy Vest Ns: Choose this for a relaxed, unlined layering vest in 100% cotton — the merchant describes it as a great layering piece — in an INK/WHITE navy pinstripe with welt pockets, a deep V-neck and a buttoned centre front with a pointed hem. A buttoned back waist tab allows adjustment, but note the merchant flags it as a Menswear waistcoat cut and it is Dry Clean Only (P).[5,6,7]Araucaria Zip Vest Ar: Choose this if you want a black sleeveless layering vest in a highly crinkled, slightly lustrous polyester with an acetate lining. It has two welt pockets, a 2-way open-ended zip under a concealed centre-front placket, a grandpa collar, and back elastic with a toggle to pull in the waist. Keep in mind it is dry clean only.[8,9,10,11]

Image Analysis

4 images
Et Al Ropegrain Vest RG men's vest
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Product

Sleeveless tailored vest worn on model, front view showing V-neck, single-breasted button placket, welt pockets and vertical pinstripe pattern on a dark woven fabric.

  • SilhouetteSleeveless V-neck vest with a tapered waist and straight hem, shown on a model from the front.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.07 · w 0.38 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Button placketSingle-breasted central button placket with a vertical row of round dark buttons running from chest to hem.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.18 · w 0.08 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Welt pocketsTwo horizontal welt pockets on the lower front panels, one visible on the right-front panel and the other indicated on the left-front panel.
    1 regionx 0.46 · y 0.36 · w 0.18 · h 0.09 (high)
  • Fabric patternDark woven fabric with regularly spaced thin vertical pinstripes in a lighter tan/cream color running the length of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.07 · w 0.38 · h 0.45 (high)
  • ArmholesDeep sleeveless arm openings with visible model skin, giving a wide shoulder opening.
    2 regionsx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.20 · h 0.20 (high); x 0.54 · y 0.12 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Fabric finishMatte woven texture apparent across the vest surface, without visible sheen.

Other

Studio front view on a standing model against a white background; even studio lighting with soft shadows; image cropped to show head to boots.

  • Shot compositionFull-body studio shot of a standing model cropped slightly above the head and at the boot soles, product centered in frame.
  • Background and lightingPlain white background with even, diffuse lighting and minimal shadows.
  • Model presenceMale model wearing the vest; hands in trouser pockets and facing slightly to the model's left.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.90 (high)
  • Visible additional garmentsMatching pinstripe trousers and black chunky zip-front boots are visible but not described as product features here.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.45 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (high)

Colors

charcoal black· vest main fabric#211E24light tan· pinstripes#CCA38Bdark charcoal· buttons#2A292E
Et Al Ropegrain Vest RG men's vest
02

Product

Rear view of a sleeveless waist-length vest with a shiny textured black back, a visible center back seam, and an adjustable two-button strap at the lower back.

  • Back panel materialSingle-piece back panel of shiny, smooth fabric with a subtle small-scale textured pattern visible in highlights.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.34 (high)
  • Center back seamVisible vertical center seam running from the neckline to the hem on the back panel.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.09 · w 0.02 · h 0.32 (high)
  • Adjustable back strapNarrow horizontal strap across the lower back with two visible round buttons for adjustment.
    1 regionx 0.39 · y 0.34 · w 0.16 · h 0.07 (high)
  • Armhole and shoulder cutSleeveless construction with deep armholes and a gently curved shoulder line exposing the upper back and shoulders.
    1 regionx 0.34 · y 0.12 · w 0.30 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Lower hemlineStraight hem that sits at the waist with a slight taper at the side seams.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.38 · w 0.30 · h 0.07 (high)

Other

Studio rear-shot of a model wearing the vest against a plain white background; cropped full-body composition includes visible pants and boots.

  • Shot compositionFull-length rear studio shot showing model from head to boots, centered in frame against a white seamless background.
  • Visible pantsPinstriped wide-leg pants with visible slanted side pockets occupying the lower center of the image; these are not part of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.23 · y 0.40 · w 0.53 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Visible bootsChunky black leather ankle boots with lug soles visible at the bottom of the frame.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.18 (high)
  • Lighting and shadowsEven studio lighting with soft shadows under the boots and subtle specular highlights on the vest fabric.

Colors

shiny black· back panel#222126black· adjustable strap and buttons#1D1D22
Et Al Ropegrain Drape Pant RG men's pants
03

Product

Sleeveless pinstripe vest worn over matching draped, folded pinstripe trousers and visible front-zip black chunky boots. Model's torso, arms and upper legs are visible; vest shows single-breasted button closure and welt pockets.

  • Vest silhouetteSleeveless V-neck vest with a single-breasted front that tapers slightly at the waist and ends at the hipline on the visible side.
    1 regionx 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Vest fabric patternNarrow vertical pinstripes running continuously over the vest fabric.
    1 regionx 0.27 · y 0.12 · w 0.46 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Vest buttonsRow of visible round buttons down the vest front, four buttons visible and evenly spaced.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.33 · w 0.12 · h 0.15 (high)
  • Welt pocketsTwo horizontal welt pockets on the lower front of the vest, one on each side.
    1 regionx 0.32 · y 0.35 · w 0.38 · h 0.12 (medium)
  • Draped trousers constructionMatching pinstripe trousers with pronounced draped and folded panels creating voluminous asymmetric folds at the front and along the legs.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.42 · w 0.60 · h 0.45 (high)
  • Visible bootsBlack glossy chunky-sole boots with a central front zipper visible on the shaft and thick lug soles.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.78 · w 0.28 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Exposed armsBoth upper arms exposed; sleeveless arm openings are cut close to the shoulder forming a wide armhole.
    2 regionsx 0.26 · y 0.18 · w 0.16 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.17 · w 0.18 · h 0.27 (high)
  • Neckline detailDeep V neckline exposing upper chest with the vest front panels overlapping slightly at the button line.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.10 · w 0.29 · h 0.22 (high)

Other

Studio product shot cropped at head top and lower legs; plain white background with even lighting and soft shadows under boots. Model poses with one hand touching the vest front and the other hand in a trouser pocket.

  • Shot compositionVertical studio crop showing model from just above head to boots with white seamless background.
  • Model poseModel facing forward with head slightly turned to the right and right hand holding the vest front near the buttons while left hand is in a trouser pocket.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.09 · w 0.40 · h 0.50 (medium)
  • Lighting and shadowEven, high-key lighting with minimal shadowing; subtle shadow beneath the boots on the white surface.
  • Image qualitySharp focus on clothing details and textures; no visible text or labels on the background.
  • Head cropTop of the model's hair is slightly cropped by the image top edge.
    1 regionx 0.44 · y 0.00 · w 0.25 · h 0.05 (high)

Colors

black with beige pinstripes· vest fabric#1C1A1Dlight beige pinstripe· pinstripes#DCB5A3black with beige pinstripes· trouser fabric#1C1A1Dgloss black· boots#131215
Et Al Ropegrain Vest RG men's vest
04

Product

Front upper half of a sleeveless V-neck vest shown on a model. Black fabric with narrow vertical beige/gold pinstripes, central button placket with visible buttons, and horizontal welt pockets at the lower front panel.

  • Silhouette and fitSleeveless vest with a deep V-neck front that reveals the upper chest; vest sits close to the torso and the front panels overlap slightly at the lower edge visible in the image.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.22 · w 0.64 · h 0.60 (high)
  • Fabric patternBlack base fabric with regularly spaced, narrow vertical pinstripes in a beige to gold tone running the full visible length of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.28 · w 0.60 · h 0.50 (high)
  • Button placketCentral button placket with a vertical row of round dark buttons; five buttons are visible within the frame and they are sewn on the right-side front panel.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.58 · w 0.13 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Welt pocketsTwo horizontal welt pockets located on the lower front panels, one on each side; pocket openings are narrow and run parallel to the bottom edge of the vest.
    2 regionsx 0.20 · y 0.68 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.52 · y 0.68 · w 0.28 · h 0.12 (high)
  • Visible hand interactionModel's right hand is touching or holding the left front panel near the mid-chest, with fingers resting on the fabric and covering part of a pinstripe.
    1 regionx 0.47 · y 0.54 · w 0.22 · h 0.20 (high)
  • Fabric textureFabric appears slightly textured with a matte finish; pinstripes have a faint sheen compared with the darker base.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.30 · w 0.56 · h 0.60 (medium)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing model from upper thighs to head against a plain white background with soft even lighting; image is cropped at the left arm and right shoulder and includes visible skin and hair as props.

  • Shot compositionClose-cropped studio photograph of a model from upper thighs to head centered in frame; white background isolates the garment.
  • Lighting and shadowEven, soft studio lighting with minimal harsh shadows; subtle shadowing visible under the model's chin and along the arm contours.
  • Model and propsMale model wearing the vest; model's right hand and arms are visible and interacting with the garment.
    1 regionx 0.40 · y 0.48 · w 0.40 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Image cropLeft forearm and right shoulder are cropped by the image edges; lower legs and full torso are not visible.

Colors

black· main fabric#141214beige gold· pinstripes#CCA38Bdark gray· buttons#312D33

Variants

4 SKUs
All variants of ROPEGRAIN VEST RG
SKUTitlePriceAvail
1000000361440ROPEGRAIN VEST RG - BLACK / SAND / 1A$349.00Yes
1000000361441ROPEGRAIN VEST RG - BLACK / SAND / 2A$349.00Yes
1000000361442ROPEGRAIN VEST RG - BLACK / SAND / 3A$349.00Yes
1000000361443ROPEGRAIN VEST RG - BLACK / SAND / 4A$349.00Out of Stock

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Provenance

Merchant Link
https://etal-australia.com/products/em26-1307rg
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