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Front view of a sleeveless tailored vest worn by a model. The vest is black with narrow vertical white pinstripes, five-button front closure, and two horizontal welt pockets at the waist.

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ROPEGRAIN VEST RG

A$349.00AUD
In Stock

The ROPEGRAIN VEST RG is a men's tailored waistcoat intended for layering. It has a relaxed fit with a five-button center-front closure, two horizontal welt pockets, and a back adjustment strap. Made from 55% linen and 45% cotton with a polyester lining, it is dry clean only and designed in Melbourne.

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

Color

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
45% cotton cuts humid-day wrinkling by up to 40% versus pure linen.
Breathability
Breathable sweat-wicking linen shell over a less-absorbent polyester lining.
Dry cleaning
Dry-clean-only because the linen-cotton shell and polyester lining respond differently to water.
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

Product record

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

Buying Guide

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Uses

Wear it as a layering vest

Wear this men's waistcoat-fit, sleeveless tailored vest as a layering piece—open it over a simple tank, tee, or dress as a light third layer.[1,2]

Wear it with the pinstripe set

Wear it with matching pinstripe wide, draped trousers and shiny black platform boots.[1]

Dress it up with shirts and ties

Pair the waistcoat with a patterned shirt for a smart-casual outfit, or a crisp white or pale blue shirt for weddings and summer events. A pointed-collar shirt and tie are other layering options.[2,3,4]

Dress it down

Wear the waistcoat with straight-leg jeans and slip-on mules for casual occasions.[5]

Button it with high-waisted trousers

Wear the waistcoat buttoned with high-waisted trousers, leaving the bottom button undone.[2,6,7]

Image Analysis

4 images
ROPEGRAIN VEST RG product image (primary)
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Product

Front view of a sleeveless tailored vest worn by a model. The vest is black with narrow vertical white pinstripes, five-button front closure, and two horizontal welt pockets at the waist.

  • SilhouetteSleeveless tailored vest with a deep V neckline and a slightly tapered waist ending in two pointed front hem panels.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Front closureSingle-breasted five-button closure with visible round dark buttons running down the center front.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.25 · w 0.12 · h 0.24 (high)
  • Pocket detailPair of horizontal welt pockets located at the lower front waist on each side of the button placket.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.34 · w 0.12 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Fabric patternNarrow vertical white pinstripes running parallel down the front panels of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Surface finishMatte woven fabric appearance with fine visible weave texture at this resolution.Partial
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot on a white background showing a model wearing the vest with matching pinstripe trousers and black boots; three-quarter frontal pose with one hand touching the chest. Even studio lighting with soft shadows.

  • Model and poseMale model shown from head to toe in a three-quarter frontal pose, left hand in trouser pocket and right hand touching the vest near the chest.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.02 · w 0.76 · h 0.96 (high)
  • BackgroundPlain white seamless background with no visible props.
  • Lighting and shadowEven studio lighting producing soft, minimal shadows under the model and slight shadowing at pant folds.
  • Visible additional garmentsMatching pinstripe wide, draped trousers and shiny black platform boots are visible but are separate garments from the vest.
    1 regionx 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.52 · h 0.48 (high)

Colors

black· main fabric#1C1A1Dwhite· pinstripes
ROPEGRAIN VEST RG product image 2
02

Product

Front view closeup of a sleeveless black pinstripe vest worn by a model, showing V-neck, five-button front closure, welt pockets, and vertical narrow light-colored stripes.

  • Silhouette and fitSleeveless tailored vest with a deep V-neckline and a straight hem that sits at the waist; worn close to the body on the model's torso.
    1 regionx 0.22 · y 0.18 · w 0.56 · h 0.62 (high)
  • Front closureSingle-breasted five-button closure aligned on the vest's center front; buttons are round and tonal with the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.50 · w 0.18 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Pocket detailsTwo horizontal welt pockets visible on the lower front panels, one on each side of the center front.
    2 regionsx 0.24 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high); x 0.58 · y 0.64 · w 0.18 · h 0.10 (high)
  • Fabric patternBlack fabric with evenly spaced vertical narrow light-colored pinstripes running top to bottom on the front panels.
    1 regionx 0.26 · y 0.22 · w 0.48 · h 0.58 (high)
  • Lapel and front edgeNarrow front edges that form the V opening; no notch or wide lapel visible, edges lie flat against the chest.
    1 regionx 0.36 · y 0.22 · w 0.28 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Model interactionModel's right hand is holding the vest near the mid-chest, partially covering the center front.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.56 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high)
  • Visible matching trousersMatching fabric trousers with the same vertical pinstripe pattern are partially visible below the vest's hem.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.76 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (high)

Other

Studio portrait crop showing upper body of a model against a plain white background with even lighting; minimal shadows and a slight shadow under the model's left arm.

  • Background and lightingPlain high-key white background with even, diffuse studio lighting and soft shadows.
  • Shot compositionCropped torso-and-head portrait framing, centered on the vest and upper body; model turned slightly to the right.
    1 regionx 0.12 · y 0.04 · w 0.76 · h 0.92 (high)
  • Image qualitySharp focus on clothing and model's face with neutral color balance; no visible text or labels in the frame.

Colors

black· vest body fabric#141314warm light gold· pinstripe lines#D4AA8D
ROPEGRAIN VEST RG product image 3
03

Product

Sleeveless tailored vest shown on a model from the front; black woven fabric with narrow vertical light-colored pinstripes, V-neck, and a multi-button single-breasted front with welt pockets and a pointed front hem.

  • Overall shapeSleeveless, fitted waistcoat silhouette with a V-shaped neckline and a pointed center-front hem that extends slightly lower than the sides.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.35 (high)
  • ClosureSingle-breasted front with a vertical column of round buttons down the center front; buttons are dark and contrast slightly with the fabric.
    1 regionx 0.43 · y 0.18 · w 0.12 · h 0.30 (high)
  • Pocket detailHorizontal welt pockets on each lower front panel located near the waistline; pocket openings lie flat and align with the pinstripe pattern.
    1 regionx 0.42 · y 0.42 · w 0.18 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Fabric patternDark woven fabric with regularly spaced narrow vertical pinstripes in a lighter color running the full visible height of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.35 (high)
  • Arm openingsLarge sleeveless armholes with clean bound edges that reveal the model's shoulders and upper arms.
    1 regionx 0.28 · y 0.12 · w 0.44 · h 0.20 (medium)

Other

Studio product shot with a model against a plain white background; model stands three quarters facing camera with hands in pockets and even soft lighting.

  • Model poseModel stands with body angled slightly to the viewer's left, hands placed in pants pockets, showing the vest from a near-front three quarter view.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.03 · w 0.64 · h 0.94 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white background with even studio lighting and soft shadows under the model; no visible props or packaging.
  • Image boundaries and cropFull-body framing cropped slightly above the model's head and at the soles of the boots; vest and upper legs are fully visible.

Colors

black with light pinstripes· main fabric#1E1D22pale beige pinstripe· pinstripes#DBB294
ROPEGRAIN VEST RG product image 4
04

Product

Rear view of a waist-length, sleeveless vest in a dark satin-like fabric with a vertical center-back seam and a small adjustable strap at the lower back secured with two buttons.

  • SilhouetteSleeveless, waist-length vest shown from the back with a straight bottom hem that sits at the model's natural waist.
    1 regionx 0.27 · y 0.08 · w 0.46 · h 0.42 (high)
  • Center back seamSingle vertical seam runs down the middle of the back from the neckline to the hem.
    1 regionx 0.45 · y 0.08 · w 0.06 · h 0.36 (high)
  • Back adjustment strapNarrow horizontal fabric strap at the lower back with two visible button fastenings holding it in place.
    1 regionx 0.38 · y 0.36 · w 0.20 · h 0.08 (high)
  • Fabric finishSlight sheen consistent with a satin or polished finish and a subtle textured pattern visible when catching light.
    1 regionx 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.40 · h 0.35 (medium)
  • Armhole cutArm openings are cut close to the shoulder with a clean finished edge and no visible trim.
    2 regionsx 0.30 · y 0.10 · w 0.20 · h 0.28 (high); x 0.50 · y 0.10 · w 0.18 · h 0.28 (high)

Other

Studio shot showing a model standing with hands in pockets, white background, even lighting, and additional clothing and footwear visible.

  • Model pose and viewModel is shown from a rear three-quarter angle turned slightly to the right with hands in pockets, revealing back of the vest.
    1 regionx 0.18 · y 0.00 · w 0.64 · h 1.00 (high)
  • Additional garmentsWide-leg, pinstriped cropped pants and chunky black boots are visible and partially occlude the lower portion of the vest and waist.
    1 regionx 0.20 · y 0.44 · w 0.60 · h 0.48 (high)
  • Background and lightingPlain white studio background with even, diffuse lighting and minimal cast shadow.
  • Image qualityHigh-resolution image with clear focus and no motion blur.

Colors

dark charcoal black· vest body#25242A

Documents & Data

Provenance

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