Vestis

eCHO Project

Alan Cannon Jones

London College of Fashion

Research

• Pre 1850 Vests were cut as a sway back with the center back waist position 1¾ inches from the center back line

• Post 1850 Vests are cut with a straighter back shape and the center back waist is cut ½ inch from the center back line

• The 1900 Fashion Plate shows a similar Vest to the original used in the research

Research from the Cutters Practical Guide

Re-engineered Simulated Vest Lining

Close up of pocket areas

Close up of shoulder area

Original Vest and the Re-engineered Lining