Ill start a new thread when I actually take some photos of me with this waistcoat on but for now this will suffice to add it here. Ive always admired and wanted the "New Bankers Vest" from Gentlemen's Emporium and have come close to buying. Well after sewing a bit I thought I would try my hand at making a similar version myself. What I liked was the straight front at the waist that makes it a classy looking vest. I had found some very nice wine colored worsted wool and decided to use the Laughing Moon #109 vest pattern B from the frock coat and vest pattern set. The difference with this pattern is that it has a collar, which was fine with me. This pattern was a bit more involved than the standard Simplicity/McCalls vests so it was quite fun to make. The pockets are real welt pockets and the touch and feel of the worsted wool is very smooth. I know Ill find this being worn as often as I can. It is modeled on my evil twin brother that is wearing a 1800's Rutledge shirt from Gentlemen's Emporium. Ill make a new thread when I actually put the thing on and snap a few photos.
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