Arm Yourself

Military-styled fashion is all about functionality and decadence, using masculinity as inspiration. It can be worn as casually as a harem-styled trouser or you can dress it up with a mandarin-collared trench coat. Prominent colours that make up this fine trend are army greens, deep navy and strong nude tones with a dash of gold, and metallic tones as accents.

DO’S
• Any body shape can pull off this trend. Simply stick to the basics and keep the look minimal.
• If you like the slouchy trouser, team it up with a sleeveless vest and layered chains to give it a more girly approach.
• A cropped military buttoned jacket can be softened with a short floral skirt and maybe even a wedge heel to give it that extra feminine touch.
• Doc Martins are super hot right now. Wear them with skinny jeans or tights and a checked shirt.
• Military coats are big this winter.
• A great way of using the military trend in a funky, unique way is to add a bold colour. Choose a bright military shirt, jacket or pair of pants.
• If you feel this trend might be too over-powering for you, simplify it by sticking to accessories with military accents.
• A crisp trouser is a really sophisticated way of toning it all down.

DON’TS
• Do not do military head-to-toe, it’ll look too theatrical.
• Try and break the colours. Don’t only wear army green or navy. Add some denim or poplin into the mix.
• When choosing military wear, try not to accessorise with too many items of jewellery, as it’ll over-power the outfit, especially if you’re already wearing military-styled garments.

Author: Kim Mitha