The gilet cache cœur, also known as gilet portefeuille or gilet croisé, is an open cardigan tied with a belt. It has a V-neckline, making it one of the most popular pieces in a woman's wardrobe. Created by couturier Elsa Schiaparelli in the early '30s, it was made famous and popular by Diane von Fürstenberg in 1974.

The cache cœur vest is a great success with women, both sensual and very comfortable, and an iconic garment of women's liberation. The cache coeur vest lightens the silhouette and the body. It's a practical garment that lets you move freely and comfortably. Easy to put on, the gilet cache coeur sacrifices neither comfort nor femininity. The gilet cache coeur is all-purpose, marking the waist and blurring flaws and curves. The gilet cache cœur enhances all breasts thanks to the shape of its neckline and its belt, which shapes and curves the waist.

How to wear a gilet cache cœur

• A fresh, modern look with a rainbow cardigan

Colorful, pop and acidulous, we combine the rainbow cache cœur cardigan with a pair of high-waisted mom frayed jean size 7⁄8 and a pair of brown lace-up flat boots. To finish off this outfit with a rainbow heart cache cardigan, we pair it with a brown faux leather bag and a black oval hat. In winter, wear a long trench coatover the cardigan and a white crop top underneath. Add a pair of green dangling earrings and a nude watch for a contemporary look with a rainbow cardigan.

• A classic, feminine look with a pearl-knit wrap vest

Wear a pink knitted cardigan with pearl embellishments with high-waisted regular black jeans and a pair of nude or powder-pink pumps. Glamorous and dainty, we pair a knitted pearl-encrusted cardigan with a classic black ruffled skirt and a pair of sneakers for a classic casual look. In winter, slip a black mid-length parka or faux-fur coat over the knitted pearl-encrusted cardigan. Wear a classic white tank top with thin straps under the belted pink knitted cache coeur cardigan.

• A professional look with a plain rib knit cardigan

If you want to wear the cache coeur vest to the office, pair a plain rib-knit cache coeur vest in black or lavender with high-waisted, straight-cut raw denim jeans, a pair of platform loafers or other dress shoes of your choice. Over the plain rib-knit cardigan, wear a simple mid-length wool coat and a round black hat.

• A trendy, bohemian look with a cardigan and a loose-fitting dress

For a bohemian-chic look, wear a plain, rib-knit cardigan with a loose, flowing satin dress, for example. Pair with a pair of white santiags or black strappy sandals with heels, a pair of butterfly sunglasses and a purse handbag. The very retro combination of wrap cardigan and full dress works wonders, making it a great basic to have in your wardrobe.

Which wrap cardigan is right for you?

Generally speaking, the gilet cache cœur is a morpho-friendly piece that suits all body shapes, whatever your weight or height. However, we recommend simple, plain cardigans for V and O shapes, without pearls or stripes. For I and A shapes, we recommend oversized cardigans in light, bright colors, with pearls to give volume and structure to your appearance.

8-shaped women can wear all types of wrap-around vests, especially short wrap-around vests that reveal their waistline and mark their figure.

What accessories can I wear with a wrap-around cardigan?

A gilet cache cœur is a soft, subtle piece of women's dressing that can be worn with strong, exuberant accessories. You can pair your cache-coeur vest with ethnic-style jewelry, such as wooden bracelets, natural brass rings and chokers. Or opt for rougher, more masculine accessories like bracelets and necklaces with gold or silver links.