Closet Confessions: How To Style A Waistcoat | Fashion Haul | Trinny

Waistcoats are big on the high street right now – but how do you style them without looking corporate? Whether you opt for a sexy, nothing-underneath approach or try a bit of tonal layering, there are so many options to choose from. The beauty of a waistcoat is its ability to cinch in your waist and create an incredible silhouette, no matter your shape. Consider experimenting with necklines, colours and textures to find your most flattering style – I have a feeling this trend is going to be around for a while…

Take a whistle-stop tour through Trinny Woodall’s (fifteen) wardrobes with Closet Confessions. In each episode, Trinny deep-dives into a particular section of her closet, mixing high street, vintage, designer and everything in between. This is everything you’ve ever wanted to know about fashion and styling, from the expert herself.

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Patterned waistcoat with matching top: Isabel Marant
Long flared jeans: Zara
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Cream pinstripe suit: ME+EM
Gold bangles: Zara
Long pearl necklace: Chanel
Sandals: Stella McCartney
BFF All Day in Sophie
Lip2Cheek in Rossy
Eye2Eye in Joy
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Long-line white waistcoat: Zara
White trousers: Zara
Wicker bag: Anthropologie
Gold statement necklace: Zara
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Grey wool waistcoat: Bella Freud
Grey trousers: Serena Bute
Shoulder-pad T-shirt: Zara
Light grey jumper: Celine
Dark grey jumper: Prada
Lip2Cheek in Pia
Sheer Shimmer in Dido
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Long-line white waistcoat: Zara
Black trousers: Alice Temperley
White boots: Zara
Black belt: vintage
Long black coat: Alice Temperley
Short black jacket with white cuffs: Zara
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Long sequin waistcoat: made by Azucena
Black feather top: Zara
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Double-effect waistcoat: Marc Jacobs
Tulle polka-dot skirt: bought at a flea market in Madrid
Black lace bra: Lemonade
Statement pearl necklace: Ad Hoc
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Striped shoulder-pad T-shirt: Zara
Navy waistcoat: Tibi
Cargo trousers: Tibi
Chunky black boots: Prada
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Black long-sleeved top: COS
Navy padded gilet: Uniqlo
Long navy coat: COS
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Long-sleeved navy dress: Gabriela Hearst via The Outnet
Chunky black boots: Prada
Navy waistcoat: Tibi
Sheer Shimmer in Weasie

[audreymadden]

So no disputing your ability to to work your magic when comes to styling and tailering but i mist say your truly. Stepping into your grace... I never seen u look so radiant and beautiful... Your inner glow... And your body is looking strong and fit... U bring life to the clothes.... Your doing the coco channel tip... Think she once said don't let the dress wear you.... You... Wear the dress... I always lived with that idea.. Anyways trinny u could wear a paperbag... And still exude.. Vitality and radiance ❤️

[sarahmurphy-nfyl]

I could watch Trinny dress up all day long 😊

[lorrylau]

Fabulous stuff, Trinny. I layer all my old spaghetti strap dressing with waistcoats. I don't want the full exposure round the front and shoulders, but I still get to enjoy and wear my old dresses in a more comfortable way. You are looking sensational, too ❤

[julianacharltonova]

One of the best - inspirational - practical - suits all budgets CC. Thank you- Trinny.

[annrubino]

Dramatic coordinations with one of the most versatile pieces in our wardrobes. Wish we could all look as terrific as you!

[emmawilson]

I love the waistcoat, lace bra and polka dot skirt. Very cool ❤ I got loads of those puffer gilets for under coats the last time you mentioned it in a video. Great tip for not bulking up under coats.

[DORCASDIASRIESMAKINGMEMORIES]

Loved the polkadot skirt from Spain, and that cream blazer outfit. The white shoe-boots are one of my favorites in Trinny's wardrobe

[Linda-hhtd]

The black trousers, white jacket, thin black belt with long black coat are more than cool- you look stunning. It looks great w/o the bra. A true fashionista. Lovely Trinny.

[debbieosheafreke]

thank you trinny. beautiful styling, great inspiration and i now want / need a waistcoat asap !

[latinaalma]

I loved wearing vest all summer in so many ways recently went through my closet trying them on over tops, blouses amd it made a huge number of new outfits for me really expamned my wardrobe....SO glad I took photos as I went sometimes I forget and later kick myslef!

[mareesimonis]

So many options thanks Trinny. LOVE those Uniqlo downe vests. So versatile & warm! Xx

[Play]

The black bra under black vest look ❤ And the Uniqlo vest..gives an industrial-cool while keeping snug 😊 Such a good play in the closest full of inspo. Love this kinda of video.

[ceejae]

I’m a waistcoat “collector”. I have so many and very happy they are everywhere now. I also love collecting the full outfit. Give me a total look any day ❤❤❤❤❤

[yolandadouglas]

You’ve given reason to rethink my waistcoats or vests (as we call it in the U.S.)! In the past, I’ve gotten rid of them when I thought they were out of season but now I know how to repurpose them. Thanks TRINNY!

[beatriz]

Would you consider doing a ´what was I thinking´ episode? Where you show things you bought that at the time of purchase looked fantastic but now you are thinking, why on earth..???

[willhennigan]

I've always crushed on trinny growing up watching her on tv she's a beaut!

[alice]

My guess is Saint Laurent ❤❤❤ love this … but also miss the shop ups

[FabChicModest]

Loved this video!!! Your style is impeccable, Trinny!!! Love you ❤

[olgarazmanova-okzu]

Так давно не видела Тринни...She is great as always!

[silviasauc]

Yes indeed, a MasterClass Trinny, congratulations and thanks 💛💛💛 bravo Jemima!