Since the appearance on the catwalks of the first collections of clothes with camouflage prints and elements of military uniforms, this style has quite confidently occupied not the last lines in the fashion charts. This fashion trend has its fans and opponents. To form your own opinion about the military style - that’s what it’s called - let’s try to understand its features and the rules for combining camouflage wardrobe elements.
Military style - a little history
Initially, the wearing of military clothing by the broad masses was a necessity, not a tribute to fashion. In the years after World War II, when the clothing industry, and not only it, was in decline, military uniforms or “outfits” altered from them were used for everyday wear.
The next milestone in the history of the “camouflage style” was the 60s of the 20th century. Protesting against military action in Vietnam, American youth donned uniforms and wore them deliberately casually, thereby expressing contempt for the war.Over time, in addition to protest, the reason for wearing such clothes was their quality and comfort. Uniforms were preferred by representatives of subcultures - hippies, punks, rockers.
The style acquired the features that are characteristic of it now in the 80s of the last century - when, thanks to the collections of famous fashion designers, it became firmly established in the women's wardrobe. The haute couture shows of such masters as Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and others, as they say, were full of khaki-colored clothes and military paraphernalia.
Reference. Today, military is divided into three directions - youth, formalistic and high-military. The latest fashion “offshoot” is designer items with only elements of military paraphernalia. Youth style involves wearing military-style items. Formalistic military - camouflage-colored clothing.
Features of camouflage fashion
What are the advantages of camouflage print? First of all, its versatility. Thanks to the balanced color combination, you can create absolutely any wardrobe item in camouflage color - from hats and outerwear to sweaters and T-shirts. In addition, military clothing can be perfectly combined with other styles. Main — combine it wisely, and not just follow current trends.
Camouflage shades include:
- classic khaki;
- swamp;
- sand;
- natural tones of green;
- dirty brown;
- green-brown.
Reference. It is necessary to clearly understand that camouflage print is just one of the characteristics of the military style of clothing inherent in its specific direction. Military wardrobe items can be painted in other colors, but at the same time have such attributes as metal buttons, shoulder straps, stripes, and stripes.They are distinguished by a special cut, characteristic of military clothing - sharp, angular shapes, lack of bagginess, emphasized waist, deliberately widened shoulder line.
How to wear camouflage clothing correctly: rules of combinations
With the help of camouflage clothing, you can emphasize your individual style and external advantages - subject to a number of rules. It's difficult to make a mistake in the men's fashion category, although it has its own nuances. However, how can we make something that, first of all, correlates with the stronger sex, become the embodiment of femininity? First things first.
Men's fashion
The basic rule for camouflage print wardrobes is that less is more. That is, a “total” image with this pattern is a categorical “No!”, but a successful and competent combination of khaki with other complementary colors is “Yes!”
Reference. Camouflage clothing usually falls into one of two styles - casual and sport.
A traditional wardrobe element printed in a “military” style is pants. These can be straight cut models, chinos, cargo, etc. A win-win option is a combination of camouflage with gray, white and black. For example, military-colored pants and a neutral top - a sweatshirt, sweater or T-shirt.
Camouflage items in warm colors are appropriate to combine with bright shades of red and orange, brown, and beige.
Successful options for combining clothes with cold prints are blue, light blue, dark gray.
The combination with denim will be stylish. The current look is printed pants and a denim top. The combination “on the contrary” would also be appropriate - a “military” T-shirt, sweatshirt or jacket and jeans.
Recently, there has been a trend of using camouflage in business images.Printed and vintage wardrobe items look especially stylish and relevant together, for example, “military” trousers and a retro jacket. 
Reference. This look can be complemented with a printed tie.
Women's fashion
The rules for the “dosage” of camouflage and combinations are also relevant in women’s fashion. Here are some basic combinations:
- printed sweater + plain skirt + heels;
- camouflage straight or tapered trousers + denim top;
- “military” T-shirt + tight trousers or jeans;
- printed skirt + plain top.
Reference. Those who strive for originality should try on an evening camouflage look. This look will definitely attract attention.
Dresses and tracksuits can also be printed with a similar print. The pattern can cover the entire wardrobe item or be a decorative detail.
Reference. A little about what is prohibited. You cannot combine khaki clothes with wardrobe items and accessories with animal prints, a huge amount of gold jewelry, a red bag and bulky items.
Instead of a conclusion - stars in camouflage
This fashion trend could not be ignored by celebrities. Let's see what everyday camouflage style the stars prefer:
- Cara Delevingne - a casual look from the British model and actress, who is considered one of the most stylish ladies under 45;
- Bella Hadid is a model, the face of the fashion houses Dior and Bulgari in camouflage trousers and a black top;
- Rihanna is not only a singer and actress, but also a fashion designer, wearing a stylish military jumpsuit;
- Victoria Beckham - two looks from the singer and fashion designer: in a printed T-shirt and jacket;
- Sarah Jessica Parker goes casual with printed fitted pants.
The military style in general and its “camouflage” trend are increasingly gaining momentum in popularity. Therefore, those who consider themselves “stylish, fashionable and modern” should definitely try on several “military” looks.
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