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Montecito Vest

Italian Sweater Vest

$348

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Dune Marl

Pure Italian Cotton

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Designed with a relaxed fit to easily (and elegantly!) pull on over your everyday staples, our Montecito Sweater is luxuriously soft in Pure Italian Cotton.

Runs large, if in doubt size down

100% Italian Cotton

Inspired by the relaxed fit of our best-selling Capelet and the younger sibling to our Montecito Sweater, Montecito Vest is luxuriously soft in Pure Italian Cotton. An exaggerated crew neck and beautifully textured feel add an elevated look to this uniquely special piece. Psst, layer your F&E favorites underneath and show off your sleeves!

This is a fall limited edition style—hurry before it's gone for good!

  • Iconic pullover sweater vest with an exaggerated crew neckline
  • Short sleeves with exposed seam
  • Relaxed-fit is perfect for layering
  • Dan'ee is 5'9" with a 34" bust wearing a size S
  • A sweater yarn that retains all of its quality, color and shape no matter how many times you wash and wear it.
  • 100% Cotton
  • Our cotton is spun in Egypt, then brought to life in Italy—dyed, twisted, and treated into premium yarn—before being crafted into garments in Portugal.
  • Machine wash cold on a delicate cycle with like colors. Lay flat to dry or tumble dry low and remove promptly. Do not bleach. 
  • Learn more in our Fabric Guide.

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Please note this is a general size guide, not product-specific measurements. Every woman's body is different, so fit may vary slightly depending on the style or fabric of the garment. For the most accurate fit, we recommend taking your body measurements and comparing them to the chart.

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How to Measure

BUST

Wrap a soft measuring tape under your arms and around the fullest part of your chest. Avoid pulling the measuring tape too tightly.

Pro Tip: Keep your favorite undergarment on while you measure to get the most accurate number.

NATURAL WAIST

Stand up straight and relax your stomach, then wrap a soft measuring tape at the midway point between the bottom of your ribcage and your hip bone. Avoid pulling the measuring tape too tightly.

HIP

Stand with your feet hips width distance and flat, then wrap a soft measuring tape around the widest point of your hip.

Pro Tip: Sitting down while you take this measurement ensures accuracy and provides added comfort for the best fit.

INSEAM

Use a soft measuring tape to measure from the highest point of your inner thigh to the bottom of where the pant will hit. For instance, if the inseam is 27”, you’ll measure 27” down.

Pro Tip: Measuring with shoes on lets you see the full picture and ensures your pants fall exactly where you want them.

How to Measure illustration

Overall rating: 4.822222 / 5 from 90 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Montecito Vest in Dune Marl, made from pure Italian cotton, is praised for its luxurious softness, flattering fit, and stylish look. Customers appreciate its exceptional quality and versatile layering capabilities, making it a standout piece for fall.

Summary topics

  • Fit: 21%
  • Layering Piece: 11%
  • Layering: 8%
  • Quality: 8%
  • Color: 22%

Review topics: ["size","fit","color","price","look","weight","quality","piece","fabric","material","weather","vest","style","cut","shade","sweater","layer","knit","addition","medium","back","flaw","yarn","girls","drape"].

Review highlights

  • "The material is high quality and the cropped fit looks great with FandE buttondowns."Linda T.
  • "I’m 5’2” and 110 lbs and the XS fits nicely (with a boxy but flattering fit)."Nancy
  • "It’s a great versatile layer."Jennifer K.

Reviews

Great During Pregnancy

"I'm not someone who loves showing that I'm pregnant at all times & this sweater is perfect for giving a bit more privacy while also looking work appropriate. I also didn't want to buy maternity clothes I would never wear again - this is incredibly comfortable & a great mid-weight so definitely something I will use frequently after pregnancy as well"

Laura P. (5/5)

Will wear this a ton!!!

"I am a lover of vests--in warm and cold weather. I originally purchased this in the chartreuse color--a little too loud for me. I swapped it for the lovely eucalytus color! This is a perfect warmer weather vest that will get LOTS of wear. Though it is definitely boxy, I still consider it true-to-size in fit. I am a recommended "medium" and though I could probably get by with a small, it is slightly shorter in length than I would prefer. If you have a shorter waist, you could probably go down by a size down. Love it!!!"

Ann J. (5/5)

Just lovely and neutral color

"Italian knit is a subtle pretty way to wear pink in a sophisticated way. I only wish I’d bought medium before because my others are huge on me and are xl and large."

Jo C. (5/5)

Green sweater vest

"Color is stunning. I have already worn it numerous times and received compliments on the style and color. Very comfortable!"

Carolyn P. (5/5)

Beautiful but so so big for us shorter girls

"This is a beautiful sleeveless sweater. Quality is amazing and the navy color is perfectly "navy". However, I had to return it. I'm only 5'3" and even the XS is VERY big on me. I wish this came in a petite size. It would be a perfect add to my wardrobe."

Francoise C. (5/5)

Monticello sweater vest

"Love this color! I have several colors of this vest and they are so cute and comfortable!"

Sharon Y. (5/5)

looks better in person!

"Great piece looks great as shown or with a tee. comfy and flattering. I hasve navy and love it. I am 5' 10 and 135lbs and have a small"

jennifer b. (5/5)

We bought the vest for

"We bought the vest for our daughter-in-law and she loves it. Couldn't wait to wear it on Christmas day. Great purchase."

Sally H. (5/5)

LOVE!

"Whether wearing this along, or layered, it's the perfect sweater! I've received so many compliments each time I've worn it."

Chello A. (5/5)

Love it!

"I love the Montecito Vest in camel. The fit is great however I ordered it in marine in a medium. I’m thinking I would like it to be a bit roomier. Overall, I love all my F and E pieces!"

Leigh F. (5/5)

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