Made with Love (The Original) - Repurposed Overall Bib Vest

This is where the Made with Love series began. Cut from the bib of $3 yard sale work overalls, this layering vest carries the original red heart patch on the back — the heart that started as a simple mend and became the signature of an entire collection.

This piece is beautifully simple: the bib was carefully removed from men's XL overalls and hemmed along the bottom edge. No fuss, no over-engineering — just clean lines and workwear character. The generous sizing (true to the original XL) means it layers effortlessly over dresses, tees, sweaters, or pairs perfectly with jeans and leggings. It's structured yet casual, nostalgic yet timeless.

Original piece: Bib from men's XL work overalls (yard sale find)
Modifications: Cropped from overalls, hemmed bottom edge, red heart patch on back
Care: Machine wash, tumble dry
Fit: Generous/oversized (true to Men's XL) — works for multiple sizes
Special Features: Original heart patch (back), workwear denim, versatile layering, one-of-a-kind

How to wear: Layer it over everything — long sleeve tees, turtlenecks, dresses, or simple tanks. Pair with leggings, jeans, or skirts. This vest adds instant workwear character and dimension to any outfit. The oversized fit makes it effortlessly cool and comfortable.

The philosophy: From one $3 pair of overalls came an entire series, each piece marked with love. This vest is the original — the first transformation, the first heart, the beginning of the story.

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This piece can't be replicated. When it's gone, it's gone.