1990s White Tab Wool Vest

🦬 The Lumberjack’s Gentleman Vest

Here’s a vest that bridges frontier grit with city polish — a 1990s Levi’s wool-blend vest, done up in a deep green and black buffalo plaid that looks straight out of a mountain cabin but fits just as fine in a downtown saloon. The quilted lining keeps you warm without the bulk, and those leather-top buttons give it that timeless workwear finish. It’s one of those pieces that looks good whether you’re chopping wood or just looking like you might.

🪡 About the White Tab

That little white Levi’s tab on the pocket ain’t just decoration — it’s a piece of denim history. Introduced in the 1960s, the white tab was used on Levi’s non-denim garments like corduroy, wool, and twill — a way to mark quality beyond the blue jean. Unlike the red tab (used on denim), the white tab signifies Levi’s “sportswear” and outerwear lines, which included some of their finest work and western wear.

🧥 Features at a Glance

• Classic buffalo plaid in green & black

• Wool-blend shell — thick, warm, and rugged

• Quilted inner lining for comfort and insulation

• Four leather-top buttons

• Two chest pockets with flaps

• V-neck cut with western-style hem

• White Levi’s tab — a mark of their heritage outerwear line

• Made in Italy

📏 Size & Measurements

Tagged size: X-Large
Length: 64 cm
Chest width: 61 cm

Fit: Relaxed and comfortable — perfect for layering over a flannel or chambray shirt.

Condition: Great vintage condition — clean, well-kept, and showing only light signs of wear from its travels.

🧵 A Bit of Levi’s Legacy

Founded back in 1853, Levi Strauss & Co. built their reputation on the rugged lives of miners, cowboys, and craftsmen. By the 1990s, Levi’s was experimenting with heritage-inspired outdoor gear — bringing back buffalo plaids, wool blends, and durable linings — all with that unmistakable Levi’s DNA.

This vest carries that spirit proudly: heritage workwear with a refined twist, ready for life on the trail, in the shop, or at the bar.