Military Style For Men

As millennials, we strongly believe that diplomacy is the way; that love and understatement can put an end to every battle and that the 20th century’s conflicts could have been entirely avoidable. But you know, we have to admit, without them, men would still be trapped in a sartorial-suit straitjacket.

Practical and stylish, the military style is one for the books, and if carefully combined, a real street look statement.

So, listen up civilian, man up and make way for the Military style, a concept that has proven time and time again that it’s more than just a fleeting trend but a classy indispensable look for us men.

Rising to prominence during WWII, the aesthetics, made up of structured coats, muted hues, shirts and masculine combat prints have now evolved into a perfect fusion of utility and classiness aiming at the modern gent who’s always searching for new ways to evolve.

You know, maybe it’s the timeless vibe or the functional nature of the military garments that makes them so appealing to us men. Perhaps it’s the association with heroism, fighting for something that you hold dear. Either way, it’s hard to go wrong with military clothing.

But what is the military modern style?

When you think about this style the first thing that pops up is definitely the Camo look, but chill it’s not all about that. The military modern look includes a vast range of elements like; the heavy duty edgy boots, the classy office coat, parka or pea, chinos, and army trousers. As color goes, tones of shades of green, brown and khaki and of course the reworked camouflage prints.

Menswear Pieces That Started In The Military.

Military Style – The Bomber Jacket!

US Air Force:

When it comes to jackets, we can all agree that the Bomber is the most military one out there. This item was once a practical staple for our brave soldiers in times of war, and with the passing of time it become nothing more than an icon-item in the fashion world and pop culture.

The bomber jacket was originally created for pilots, to be worn whilst seated in the cockpit, cut to sit at the hip, this way providing the comfort they needed while maintaining its main utilitarian functions. Since then it has evolved into various styles and silhouettes yet without losing its rugged-fighter characteristics.

Now, due to its manly vibes and strong versatility, we can see it pop up in all walks of life, thriving as a permanent fixture on the menswear must- own list.

It will perfectly match a white T-shirt or a denim shirt. But also with a pair of combo trouser.

Military Style – Camouflage Prints

Main items; camo jackets, blazers, tees & chinos.

This needs no introduction: camouflage is by default the go-to print for men looking for a military look. This, of course, is not office-appropriate, as camo works more for casual occasions like a day out looking for adventures with your buddies.

The camouflage uniforms go way back to the 1940s when the US Army Corps ( US Marines in the Solomon Islands) experimented with reversible beach/jungle coveralls that included green and brown ”frog” like patterns.

As look goes you can pair a faded camo-print tee under a navy blazer and then khaki chinos and white sneakers or army black leather lace-ups. You can also go with a camouflage printed jacket, combo boots and slightly oversize pants for a more street urban look.

Military Style – The Trench Coat

British Army:

This is a timeless item that dates back to World War I when it was standardized to provide officers with a water-resistant, lightweight equivalent to their heavy greatcoats. Only officers were allowed to wear the coats; they were not a required part of the uniform and could only be purchased privately.

They say that the British trench coat was first introduced by Burberry, who tapped into service the tough gabardine fabric that was invented in 1879 by the legendary Thomas Burberry. On the other hand, we have his fellow countryman Aquascutum who claimed to have been producing trench coat-like garments since the famous Crimean War.

“Thomas Burberry was commissioned by the war office to create a piece of outerwear suitable for soldiers on the front line during World War I,” says Amber Butchart, (style historian and lecturer at The London College of Fashion) siding with the latter. “He then developed a water-repellent cloth and the trench coat as we know it now came into being.”

After the Great War, dozens of Hollywood’s leading men brought the trench coat to the silver screen. Humphrey Bogart’s most memorable scenes in both Casablanca and The Maltese Falcon feature him wearing what would soon become an iconic garment.

You can wear them with jeans, chinos but also with a pair of classy trousers. You can also pair it with a white t-shirt or a casual shirt.

Military Style – Chinos

European militaries:

When it comes to trousers, and we’re searching for something smart casual – stylish and comfortable is hard not to think about the chinos. You wouldn’t say but before landing all over Harvard campuses and business offices, the chinos served only one purpose – that of the battlefield.

The first chinos were introduced by the Spanish in the 1800s. The latter word ”pantalones chinos” referring to the Chinese origins of the cotton twill cloth used to make them.

The khaki color was found in the late 1840s, by the British Army Lieutenant Harry Lumsden while serving in India. He was seeking a way to camouflage his bright white cotton uniform with the help of some river mud (or tea, depending on your source.)

They perfectly match a camouflage printed jacket or a bomber and a white t-shirt.

Military Green Pea Coats

Burberry

Military Style – The Greatcoat

Military Style – Parka Jacket

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