(Roberto Cavalli Chiffon Crepon Blouse with Blue Tie, $269.00)

Waistcoats and vests are an easy way to add style to a basic blouse. If your standby pieces are getting lonesome on their own, you’ll be able to find a way to dress them up. You’ll get extra points for mixing patterns with daring colors and patterns, so give your favorite pieces a new lease on life with a waistcoat!

(Deener The Vest in Carbon, $156.00)

Busty?
Try a waistcoat with an easier shape for comfort. Instead of wearing a super-cropped waistcoat, try one that skims over your body’s shape with a pointed hemline to lengthen your torso and slim you.

Tip: Choose vests that have a deep v-neck lapel at the front and a shaped back panel.

Funky Style?
Are you an over-the-top girl who just adores her patterns? Layer florals over polka dots, swirls over paisley, and graphics over contrasting solids for true zing. Another choice is to pick is an unusual style like this Zachariah Bryant Hippie Vest, $180.00.

(Geren Ford Vest Dress, $426.00, and Geren Ford Chiffon Top, $151.20)

Slim?
Try layering full vest tops over sheer, delicate blouses. Your frame will look amazing when you pile on the decorative pieces! Choose from tops with ladylike, rounded collars and puffed sleeves, or close-to-the-body tunics.

Tip: Choose coordinating colors to really make the look “pop.” If you need to go low-key for work, get a silky vest in cream or pastel and layer with a chiffon top underneath in a pale celadon or polka dot.

(Dahlia Button Crop Waistcoat, $41.06)

Demure?
Waistcoats give you a chance to shine. Select ones with trim like ruffles or lace, or choose hyper-feminine colors like pink. When paired with a pencil skirt, you’re a femme fatale, and with trousers, you’re a boss who means business—but has a secret softer side.

Tip: Choose a vest-dress and a chiffon top if you work in an environment where you prefer to wear a dress, but need to look smart and put-together.

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