And Now, the "Grandpa" Trend That's Taking Over This Fall

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You already know we love a good "grandma" trend, but it's about time that grandpa fashion started to steal the spotlight, too, and after reporting on things like "grandpa" trousers, we noticed fashion people embracing another item that reminds us of our dear old grandfathers and that is the sweater vest.

Yes, friends, the day has come where sweater vests are no longer a Steve Urkel specialty—they're a fashion-forward fall trend. The F/W 20 runways have my back on this, too, seeing as Prada, Gucci, Dior, and Marc Jacobs all presented the nerdy-chic knit in their collections. Not only that, but Instagram is already drenched with styling ideas that make the intimidating trend actually so wearable, like layered over a button-down shirt or worn as its own top with jeans.

In case you're still in disbelief, I'm showcasing 13 ways the fashion crowd is wearing the knit vest trend right now and linking my favorite versions on the market so you can achieve your ultimate "grandpa" vibe, too, this fall.

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Style your vest with a pleated mini skirt for a fashion-girl spin on school uniform dressing. 

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If you're looking for a basic fall outfit that's anything but boring, style a vest as a top with loose trousers and sneakers.

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Of course, these vests are basically begging to be layered over a button-down shirt for a preppy feel. Though we like how Matilda's slip dress softens it up a bit.

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While neutral tones are classic, brightly-colored knit vests are so fun to wear.

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Breakaway from your basic tops with jeans this fall and wear a vest either on its own or over a boxy tee.

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If your style leans classic, try a vest with a crewneck (as opposed to a V-neck) which are subtler on the "grandpa" vibes and might be more your speed.

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I'm already planning on copying this perfect fall outfit with an oversized vest, black trousers, and chunky loafers.

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Leave it to Ganni to perfect the sweater vest. And leave it to NYC girls to make it look ultra-cool.

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Here's a new fall WFH outfit idea you can wear with your basic leggings.

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PSA: A retro vest like this plays well with a retro pair of sneakers.

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Cable knit takes the "grandpa" vibes to level 10. 

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For a more polished approach, style yours atop a collared dress.

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Before you go, here's one more jeans outfit you can easily copy.

Up next: 9 casual fall outfits comprised of just the basics.

Editor

Anna is an editor on the fashion team at Who What Wear and has been at the company for over five years, having begun her career in the Los Angeles office before relocating to New York, where she's currently based. Having always been passionate about pursuing a career in fashion, she built up her experience interning at the likes of Michael Kors, A.L.C., and College Fashionista before joining the team as a post-graduate assistant editor. Anna has penned a number of interviews with Who What Wear's cover stars over the years, including A-listers Megan Fox, Issa Rae, and Emma Chamberlain. She's earned a reputation for scouting new and emerging brands from across the globe and championing them to our audience of millions. While fashion is her main wheelhouse, Anna led the launch of WWW Travels last year, a new lifestyle vertical that highlights all things travel through a fashion-person lens. She is passionate about shopping vintage, whether it be at a favorite local outpost or an on-the-road discovery, and has amassed a wardrobe full of unique finds. When she's not writing, you can find her shooting street imagery on her film camera, attempting to learn a fourth or fifth language, or planning her next trip across the globe.