Robin Melanson

for Naturally   2010

N1129 Double Breasted Vest
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Chic, sleek, professional, impeccable. This is almost the vest as couture-- no jacket needed with it-- and yet Melanson keeps the silhouette very simple. Sides work up straight after the generous ribbed welt; armholes are well-curved, with decreases done properly one stitch in from the edge to allow easier, neater band pickup later. The Intermediate designation comes because of the concurrent neck and armhole shaping, as well as the use of wrapped short rows to form the sumptuous shawl collar.

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