# 1970s Koret of California Striped Knit Button Front Vest, Size 10

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- Published: 2026-06-04T22:27:17-07:00
- Author: russ

Product Description
 A playful 1970s Koret of California Striped Knit Button Front
Vest sleeveless knit vest in a graphic stripe palette of turquoise, tan, cream, 
and warm brown. The textured knit gives the piece a little structure and dimension,
while the longline button-front shape keeps it feeling clean and wearable.

The silhouette is especially good: sleeveless with a rounded neckline, white buttons
down the front, and a pointed front hem that gives the vest a slightly tailored 
finish. It has that bright, sunny California sportswear feeling without being overly
retro or costume-like.

Koret of California was founded in 1939 by Stephanie and Joe Koret and became known
for practical, coordinated American sportswear. The label’s early success was built
around knit separates, including its Trikskirt, which helped establish Koret as 
a recognizable California ready-to-wear name. ([Vintage Fashion Guild](https://vintagefashionguild.org/resources/item/label/koret-of-california/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))

Marked size 10. Shown on Dominique, who is 5’9″ and typically wears a modern high-
fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips. On Dominique, this has
a slim but comfortable fit through the bust and waist, with a longer line through
the hip. Best for a modern XS/S, or possibly a smaller medium depending on measurements
and preferred fit. Please compare measurements before purchasing.

Details
 Brand: Koret of California Era: Estimated 1970s Marked size: 10 Estimated
modern fit: XS/S, possibly small medium depending on measurements Color: Turquoise,
tan, cream, white, and brown Material: Textured knit; fiber composition not recorded
Lining: Partial interior lining visible Neckline: Rounded neckline Sleeves: Sleeveless
Closure: Button front Buttons: White round buttons Design detail: Horizontal striped
textured knit with pointed front hem Model: Dominique is 5’9″ and typically wears
a modern high-fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips

Fit Notes
 Marked size 10. Shown on Dominique, who is 5’9″ and typically wears a
modern high-fashion size 2/4, with a 32B bust, 25″ waist, and 37″ hips.

On Dominique, this fits close but not tight through the bust and waist, with a longline
vest shape that extends over the hip. The cut gives it more polish than a basic 
sweater vest, especially with the button-front closure and pointed hem. Best for
a modern XS/S, or a closer fit on a smaller medium depending on exact measurements.

Please compare measurements to a similar vest or sleeveless top you already own.

Condition
 Good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. No major 
structural flaws visible in the photos. There appear to be a few small faint marks
or areas of discoloration near the front button placket/lower front, and some normal
age-related wear to the interior label. Please review the photographs closely.

Styling Notes
 Style with: A pleated midi skirt and metallic kitten heels High-rise
denim and a slim belt Cream trousers and a low sandal A fitted turtleneck layered
underneath for cooler weather A column skirt or wide-leg pant for a cleaner 70s 
sportswear line