Gilet

A sleeveless, padded or quilted vest worn as a layering piece. Also called a body warmer, it adds insulation without restricting arm movement and works in both casual and outdoor settings.

Also known as: Vest, Body Warmer. Category: Garment Types.

In men's style, "gilet" belongs to the Garment Types family of terminology. For the full A–Z reference of men's fashion and grooming vocabulary, see the Men's Style Glossary.

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