“Balzamas” Puffer Vest

If you have already read the introduction about the BLACK PUFFER VESTS and “Anyžius”, you can skip part of this text — because the story of “Balzamas” (Balsam) simply has to begin with its own little “prehistory”:

After “crowning” ourselves as true puffer vest enthusiasts and proudly telling you how versatile and practical these pieces are for almost every outfit, this time we have to admit — we are lowering our heads a little. 😀

Because…

Throughout the entire history of V&V, we have created only ONE black puffer vest — and that was back in 2022.

After that vest, we received many messages: “What should those who missed it do?” But we simply kept raising our shoulders and did not rush to offer replacements or rescue plans.

For exactly four years.

Then came 2026, when we dedicated ourselves to creating a puffer vest collection. And that was when we decided to finally answer all those patiently waiting questions:

“When will there be a black puffer vest again?”
“Why are they always unavailable?”

We decided to solve it not with one, but with two beautiful models.

For everyone’s different needs and preferences:

A larger, hooded, warmer option.

Or…

A lightweight, compact, less voluminous one.

And now, in front of your eyes — a true transformer.

A vest that can go from a sporty, hooded, warm-looking piece with a faux-fur detail into a very minimalist style that can easily join even your classic outfits.

Remove the “little fox” (author’s note: no actual fox here — that is simply our playful nickname for the faux-fur trims on our vests), detach the hood — and the vest is transformed into a piece with a modest, clean, and effortlessly elegant collar.

And in the same magical second, you can transform a cooler-season garment into a perfect companion for warmer-season outfits.

That is why, when I talk about these vests, the first thing I want to say out loud is how incredibly versatile they are — suitable for everywhere and every style.

Need warmth and comfort while protecting yourself from wind and rain? The vest has a practical hood ready for the job.

Want a little less sporty feeling? Without any complicated styling rituals, the vest is ready to become part of even a tailored office-inspired outfit.