Classic vintage 1980s?90s L.L. Bean men?s sweater vest, crafted of pure Shetland wool in a gray and ivory houndstooth knit pattern. Features a clean V-neckline, ribbed waistband (2? wide), and traditional sleeveless silhouette. Label notes ?Shetland wool spun in Scotland, made in Hong Kong,? reflecting L.L. Bean?s late-20th-century sourcing while retaining premium natural fibers. Condition Excellent and clean with no holes, stains, or moth damage. Well preserved. Provenance Note Founded in 1912, L.L. Bean built its reputation on durable, functional outdoor and leisure wear. By the 1980s?90s, their Shetland wool sweaters ? spun in Scotland ? were wardrobe staples, prized for quality and timeless patterns like houndstooth. These vests embody the era?s heritage preppy aesthetic while remaining versatile today. Style Aesthetics ? Ivy League / preppy heritage ? Quiet luxury revival (Saltburn, The Crown) ? Sustainable vintage wool Styling Tips Pair with a collared Oxford shirt and chinos for a Dead Poets Society / Ivy League look. Layer under a blazer for Wall Street?era prep power dressing. Works as unisex styling: oversized on women with jeans for a When Harry Met Sally NYC academic vibe. Measurements (laid flat, unstretched) Chest: 19" (38" total, fits up to ~39?40") Waistband: 16" (2" wide ribbing, stretches slightly) Length (shoulder to hem): 21" Approx. Modern Size Best fits Men?s Medium (M, 38?40 chest) or Women?s L (oversized look). Fit Guide Shorter cut typical of 1980s?90s knitwear. Best for trim layering over shirts, or worn slouchy/unisex. Fabric / Materials 100% Shetland wool, spun in Scotland. Made in Hong Kong. Gray and ivory houndstooth knit. Sustainability Note Sustainably vintage ? natural Shetland wool knit, not fast fashion. Costuming CTA Costuming a film, theater, or creative project? Contact Miss Kitty ? we have extensive vintage inventory not yet listed and can offer excellent bulk/volume discounts for productions. Thanks for Shopping at The Cats Pajamas! PLEASE ASK Miss Kitty any QUESTIONS BEFORE PURCHASING! Seriously, fire away! We love to chat and want to make sure you're doing a happy dance when your goodies arrive! RETURN POLICY: Our treasures are sold as final sale (no take-backsies!), but your satisfaction is our jam! We get it ? photos can only tell half the story, so don't be shy about those questions! CONDITION: All our finds are sold as-is, straight from a clean, smoke-free zone. Unless we've called out a specific "quirk," these beauties are flawless and ready to shine! SHIPPING: We're on it! Standard 2-day handling, or if you're in a hurry, zip, zap, zoom with 1-day express via UPS or FedEx! INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING: Hey globetrotters! Just a friendly heads-up: you're on the hook for any import taxes or customs fees. We play by the rules and give customs the full scoop, so no surprises there!