Velilla 410 waiter waistcoat: the garment that turns shirt and trousers into a uniform
It is the classic waiter and maître d' waistcoat, without lapels, with a central button fastening. It is fully lined, 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: a clean, sober line, as worn in dining rooms and at reception.
Lined: keeps its drape, is easy to iron and the shirt doesn't show through.
Central button fastening.
Three pockets: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket.
100% polyester, 210 g/m²: enough body not to crease during the shift.
Sizes from 46 to 64: a very wide range, including large sizes.
👷 Suitable for
Restaurant waiters and maîtres d'.
Hotel reception and concierge.
Banquets, weddings and event catering.
Gaming rooms and casinos.
Front-of-house staff in theatres and auditoriums.
📋 Technical data
Velilla reference: 410
Composition: 100% polyester
Fabric weight: 210 g/m²
Collar: no lapels
Fastening: central buttons
Pockets: two lower piped pockets and one inside pocket
Lining: yes
Sizes: from 46 to 64
Colour: black
🧺 Care
Machine wash on a gentle programme; as it is lined, avoid spinning at maximum speed.
Iron at low temperature: polyester goes shiny if ironed hot.
Hang on a wide-shouldered 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 about 104 cm chest. If someone wears size 46 front-of-house trousers, they will very likely need a size 50 or 52 waistcoat.
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.
