The Best Gilets for Men: 8 Designer Down and Quilted Gilets
The Best Gilets for Men: 8 Designer Down and Quilted Gilets
The short answer: the best men’s gilet is a light down gilet in navy and black, such as the Moncler Evans Down Gilet, worn over a knit and under a coat. Shop all gilets, down jackets and every men’s designer jacket at Coveti.
A gilet keeps your core warm and your arms free, which makes it the most useful layer in a cold-weather wardrobe. The eight below are in stock now.
Gilet types
| Type | Warmth | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Down gilet | High | Layering in winter |
| Quilted gilet | Medium | Autumn, spring |
| Fleece and teddy gilet | Medium | Weekends |
| Tailored waistcoat | Low | Smart dressing |
Our picks: the best gilets for men
1. Moncler Evans Down Gilet in Black
A clean black down gilet. Read about Moncler vests for men.
2. Moncler Tibb Down Gilet in White
A white down gilet for winter.
3. Moncler Gienah Reversible Wool Blend Down Gilet in Gray
A reversible gilet with a wool side.
4. Moncler Teddy Fleece Reversible Down Gilet in Black
Teddy fleece on one side and down on the other.
5. Mackage Joseph Nordic Tech Down Vest in Black
A technical down vest from Mackage.
6. Moose Knuckles Iceberg Quilt Down Vest in Black
A quilted down vest from the Canadian label.
7. Moose Knuckles Northbound Fox Fur and Down Vest in Espresso
A down vest with a fox fur trim.
8. Brunello Cucinelli One-and-a-half-breasted Waistcoat in Panama
A tailored waistcoat for smart dressing.
How to wear a gilet
Over a knit and a shirt with jeans and chinos, and under a long coat on cold days. For longer layers, see men’s designer coats.
Frequently asked questions
What is a gilet?
A sleeveless jacket, usually padded, worn over a knit and under a coat.
Are gilets warm?
A down gilet keeps your core warm while your arms stay free.
How should a gilet fit?
With room for a knit underneath and armholes that do not pinch.
Can you wear a gilet to the office?
A slim down and knit gilet over a shirt works in most offices.
What is the difference between a gilet and a vest?
A gilet is padded outerwear; a vest is usually tailored and worn under a jacket.
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