The military style, most likely, will never fall out of the attention of designers. Year after year, undergoing a series of transformations and metamorphoses, he appears before us in his new incarnations. With varying intensity, his character manifests itself: from brutal and hard to more feminine and attractive. Its elements can be outerwear, shoes, dresses, skirts and even military shorts. In what form the trend will appear in your wardrobe, choose for yourself.
What is this military style?
Briefly, it can be described as a style in the spirit of wartime. For the first time on fashion catwalks, he began to appear after the First World War. From a practical point of view, its origin is explained by the lack of civilian clothes, since many factories sewed and specialized in military uniforms. As a way to express their individuality, things with a bright shade were first introduced to hippies in the 60s. This was a kind of protest against the war. The military gained even greater popularity in the 80s, women's clothing acquired daring and brutal features. The main elements borrowed from the military are:
- jackets and glasses aviators;
- decorative stripes and copper buttons with embossed pattern;
- riding breeches ;
- jackets and double-breasted coats ;
- Khaki fabric color and camouflage as a whole as a print;
- trench coat.
These are just the basic elements. At the present stage, you can find absolutely any things in this style and even military shorts.
Versatility and practicality
Military camouflage has long crossed the framework of a certain profession, now you can go anywhere in it, except that the office and evening out are still in doubt. Military shorts have one important and significant characteristic - they are very comfortable and practical. Their care is minimal: only washing and, in rare cases, ironing, they are like a lifesaver. Of particular note is the model with patch pockets up to the knee. The most convenient option for a picnic, outing, outdoor activities, etc.
How to wear military style shorts ?
This element of the wardrobe will delight you with its versatility. They will be useful to you in everyday life, for a trip to the country, relaxation, walks, shopping. For all that, they are distinguished by a spectacular appearance and a bright personality.
You can not go beyond the established framework and collect the image completely in a single style. Complement military shorts with tight-fitting T-shirts, vests, loose cropped tops or T-shirts.
In the photo above, you see a more adapted look for every day with loose short shorts, a classic white blouse and jacket with imitation shoulder straps, metal buttons (characteristic features of the style).
To bring integrity and completeness, choose the right shoes and accessories. Army boots, shawls, bandanas, aviator glasses, etc. look best. And in the summer they can easily be replaced by sandals on a massive platform.