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Merino-Wool Sweater Vest

Our softest, finest merino wool is knit into this luxurious sweater vest for women that's perfect for layering. Defined by ribbed trim, it has a V-neck and button-front placket. Two patch pockets at the weskit-style front hem. Pure wool. Dry clean. Imported.Sizes: XS(4), S(6-8), M(10-12), L(14-16), XL(18-20); about 23" long.
Average Customer Rating:
4.75 out of 5
4.8
 out of 
5
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Snapshot (28 reviews)
5 stars
24
4 stars
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27 of 28(96%)reviewers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Review 1 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
nice styling,
January 14, 2013
By: XZXZ
from St Paul, MN
"This vest fits very well and isn't bulky, so that it works very well with a blouse underneath as shown in the catalogue. The vest was soft and warm without being too warm. I enjoyed wearing it."
Review 2 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Soft, pliant, good loooking, solid,
January 12, 2013
By: naturalfibers
from Hudson Valley
"I love the feel and fit of this vest. I wear a size 6 and the small fit perfectly. I first ordered the navy and was so pleased I ordered it in red as well. Wish the third color were a dark gray or cream or black or maroon instead of that mousy pale gray."
Review 3 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Very Flattering Piece,
December 28, 2012
By: brunettegal
from Richmond, VA
"I love the way this vest lays against the body. It's very figure flattering. I first ordered it in the grey and then ordered the red and navy. A great piece that will serve for years to come."
Review 4 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
I love red vests,
December 28, 2012
By: LinderDef
from NC
"Good knit and sizing. Always like red sweaters when I find them to fit."
Review 5 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Classic lines,
November 29, 2012
By: kiki3
from Northern California
"Lovely quality. Soft and rich. Can be worn dressed up with skirts or down with jeans. Great addition to wardrobe. Love the pockets."
Review 6 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
an excellent basic buy,
November 24, 2012
By: lkaclassy
"Really like this sweater vest. The color is a very good shade of blue -- not too dark or light -- and the fit is excellent. This is just a very useful piece of clothing so I hope you will continue to carry it, especially in this basic color."
Review 7 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Need more of these,
November 20, 2012
By: ilovegolf
"Very nice sweater vests, they fit great, look great, wash up nicely, I have purchased two of the three. I love the vests for their warmth, but there is no bulk around your arms."
Review 8 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
2 / 5
2 / 5
I have better quality merino,
November 20, 2012
By: RSG1622
from Georgia
"I was disappointed in this vest. It began pilling on the first day. Long staple yarn does not do that. I returned it and went over to Smart wool for their washable wool."
Review 9 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
So very very comfortable,
November 14, 2012
By: Brandt
from Chattanooga, TN
"I love this sweater vest!!! I am so very glad I ordered it! I bought it in the navy color. I wish that Orvis offered it in more colors like a dark brown. This vest is so lightweight, comfortable and soft! When you put it on - gone is the cold chills of winter! I definitely will be wearing this vest a lot this winter! It also dresses up a blouse."
Review 10 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
I love this waistcoat,
October 31, 2012
By: Singbird
from Anchorage, AK
"I had been looking for a waistcoat for ages so I was so grateful to find this one. The size (L) was true to size and will be very useful to give just a little more warmth when wearing a long sleeved blouse."
Review 11 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
sweater vest,
September 6, 2012
By: saidye
"This vest has a quality look, generous fit and a great additon on a cooler day....also, the wool is soft, not scratchy."
Review 12 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
4 / 5
4 / 5
Good basic casual piece,
February 20, 2012
By: IrishKate
"Nicely made vest. Works well with slacks, jeans, or skirts. Sizing feels true."
Review 13 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
THE PERFECT PURCHASE,
February 3, 2012
By: PattyLynn
from Dover, NJ
"I am over the moon about my new vest. It is everything I wanted and more. It is the softest wool, with enough weight to drape perfectly. Because I am only 5'2" many vests simply do not fit well or armholes are too large. This fit is amazing. It is as if it were made just for me!! Would like to eventually have all the colors. As soon as I do I will tell everyone about my perfect vest."
Review 14 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
soft and warm,
January 17, 2012
By: ArtLover
"This is one of the finest sweater vests I have ever purchased.
Fine quality wool - soft, warm, substantial weight.
Excellent!
I have already ordered another.
"
Review 15 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Merino Softness,
January 10, 2012
By: Betse
from Sequim
"If you like merino wool, you will like this vest. Very soft, falls well, and just the right amount of warmth. It's not as thin as some merino sweaters, but definitely not too thick. If money were no object, I'd order another color."
Review 16 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Great Fit,
December 30, 2011
By: Gregor
from Verona, KY
"Tough to fit...beautiful sweater and fit perfectly...looks great, will likely be looking at another color of the same item!"
Review 17 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
3 / 5
3 / 5
Merry Christmas to Me!,
December 30, 2011
By: SusieQue
from Fort Worth, TX
"The red was perfect for my Christmas dinner ensemble -- looked fabulously dressy with multiple strands of pearls."
Review 18 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Lovely item,
December 25, 2011
By: DCBuyer
from Washington, DC
"This vest is very well made, soft, an excellent color (I got the red) and looks very nice on me. It is superior to the cotton-based vest that that Orvis also sells. The "M" size runs true (I am between a 10 and 12). I plan to buy it in several other colors."
Review 19 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Warning - Do NOT Wash,
December 21, 2011
By: AShopper
from Indiana
"I also LOVED my grey wool vest - but wore it to a smoky restaurant so decided to wash it so I could let it dry overnight to wear to a work event the next day. Unfortunately I didn't take time to read the labels since most of my clothes are washable. It shrunk to a size that might fit my 1 year old grandaughter. Had to make a last minute change in my wardrobe plan for the next day. My local Orvis store had sold out of my size, so will probably order another one online.
Just wanted everyone who loves their vest to be sure to take it to the dry cleaners!
"
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Merino-Wool Sweater Vest
Overall Rating: 
5 / 5
5 / 5
Very pleased with Vest,
December 20, 2011
By: SCGranny
from Aiken, SC
"Good quality, color and fit. It is hard to find vests and I was very pleased to see this offered. I would highly recommend this vest to anyone."