Velilla 410 Front-of-House Waistcoat: the garment that turns shirt and trousers into a uniform
This is the classic waiter and maître waistcoat, without lapels, with a central button closure. It is lined inside, which is the difference between a waistcoat that hangs well and one that bags: the lining supports the garment, makes it easy to iron and stops the seams from showing on the outside.
✅ Features
No lapels: clean, sober line, the one worn in dining rooms and at reception desks.
Lined: keeps its drape, irons easily and doesn't show the shirt through.
Central button closure.
Three pockets: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket.
100% polyester, 210 g/m²: enough body to resist creasing throughout the shift.
Sizes 46 to 64: a very wide range, including plus sizes.
👷 What jobs it's for
Restaurant waiters and maîtres.
Hotel reception and concierge.
Banquets, weddings and event catering.
Gaming rooms and casinos.
Front-of-house staff in theatres and auditoriums.
📋 Technical specifications
Velilla reference: 410
Composition: 100% polyester
Fabric weight: 210 g/m²
Collar: no lapels
Closure: central, with buttons
Pockets: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket
Lining: yes
Sizes: 46 to 64
Colour: black
🧺 Care
Machine wash on a gentle cycle; as it is lined, avoid spinning at maximum speed.
Iron at a low temperature: polyester becomes shiny if ironed hot.
Hang on a wide-shoulder hanger to keep its shape.
Do not use bleach on black.
💡 Tip: a waistcoat is chosen by chest measurement, not waist, and that is where the most common mistake lies. The size of this 410 corresponds to the chest measurement in centimetres divided by two: a size 52 is equivalent to a chest of about 104 cm. If someone wears size 46 service trousers, they will very likely need a size 50 or 52 waistcoat.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Velilla 410 front-of-house waistcoat like?
It is the classic waiter and maître waistcoat, without lapels and with a central button closure. It is lined inside, which keeps its drape, makes ironing easier and stops the seams from showing on the outside.
What material is it made of and what pockets does it have?
It is 100% polyester, 210 g/m2, with enough body to resist creasing throughout the shift. It has three pockets: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket. Its colour is black.
How do I choose the size?
Sizes range from 46 to 64. The size corresponds to the chest measurement in centimetres divided by two: a size 52 is equivalent to a chest of about 104 cm.
How do I wash and iron it?
Machine wash on a gentle cycle, without spinning at maximum speed, and iron at a low temperature because polyester becomes shiny if ironed hot. Do not use bleach on black.
What jobs is it used for?
It is used in restaurant dining rooms, hotel reception and concierge, banquets, event catering, gaming rooms and casinos, and for front-of-house staff in theatres and auditoriums.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the size?
By chest measurement, not waist: the size equals the chest measurement in centimetres divided by two.
Is it the same size as the trousers?
Usually not. Someone who wears size 46 trousers usually needs a size 50 or 52 waistcoat.
Is it lined?
Yes. The lining keeps the drape and makes ironing easier.
How many pockets does it have?
Three: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket.
Can it be ironed?
Yes, at low temperature. Polyester goes shiny if ironed hot.
