Military-Style-Clothing Is Ubiquitous, Useful and
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It’s not surprising this influence would remain strong during a time of perpetual foreign war.
Military Is Mainstream
More than a dozen everyday looks originated in comfortable, rugged field and dress wear for soldiers.
Styles borrowed by civilians from the army, navy, and marines include all of the following, according to Richard Martin, and Harold Koda (Swords into Ploughshares, 1995):- Aviator jackets and glasses
- Bell bottom pants with drop front
- Braid as decoration and to reinforce seams
- Calvary pants as riding apparel
- Double-breasted coats and jackets to protect the organs and keep the chest warm
- Fabrics including khaki, olive drab, and camouflage prints
- Knit sweaters worn by commandos and seamen
- Navy blue
- Peacoats favored by sailors
- Tailored suits with a crisp look
- Trenchcoats
- White pants and suits worn by Navy officers
Styles that originated in the rugged, comfortable clothing for the armed forces is so completely integrated into modern fashion, we can hardly go without it.
Picking Trends Right for You
The important choice for you is what looks good with your overall wardrobe choices.Tailored suits are for practical Athena and sophisticated Metis. Peacoats and sweaters are clearly for athletic Artemis.
Handcrafted Gold Braid
For Hecate
Hecate may prefer something more hand-crafted, such as gold brain trim.Trend-setting Kali may choose something dramatic and cutting-edge, such as a fitted fashion officer's dress jacket in an off-beat color such as purple or yellow.
Everyone Loves A Trench Coat
Everyone loves a trench coat. Even you want a raincoat that is unique, you will find it challenging to avoid trench style.Nautical fashion, especially strong in summer when everyone thinks of hitting the water, transitions to winter in the form of women's pea coats and horizontally striped sweaters.
Military-style-clothing is ubiquitous, useful, and a universal component of American fashion.
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