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Get Drafted into the Military Trend
By Tyrina Neely
Sep 22, 2010 - 8:57:42 AM

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Atten-HUT! Whether your fashion sense is best described as girly girl or you prefer looks that are hard as nails, it’s difficult not to drool over the military inspired apparel and accessories filling stores this fall.

With frothy, ultra feminine looks dominating spring and dainty florals peeking their heads into many fall looks, the military trend is a great way to temper all that sweet with a little edge.

To avoid looking like you just got your marching papers, opt for sleek, tailored military inspired pieces and wear them in moderation, using one military inspired piece as the focal point of your look. Keep in mind that chic combat style isn’t limited to apparel - you can add interest to your everyday fall favorites with military inspired accessories as well.

Tops

A military inspired blazer is my personal favorite way to rock this trend. When a fashionista thinks of a military blazer, Balmain’s wildly popular take on the trend quickly comes to mind. When looking for a great military blazer, all the extras that make it military inspired are great, but remember to choose a quality blazer that fits well.

Until the nights are cool enough to break out your military blazer, everyday tops with utilitarian embellishments are a comfortable and chic way to incorporate the trend into your wardrobe now. A lightweight, linen button down with rolled sleeves, epaulets and flap front pockets is a great casual take on this hard edged trend. Pair with denim shorts or khaki trousers and flats for an effortless daytime look perfect for running around the island. Even super lightweight silk tops get a utilitarian makeover with flap front pockets and burnished buttons.

Bottoms

There is a military inspired bottom to get you through everything from a day at the office to a night on the town.

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I haven’t been a fan of cargo pants since the age of 12, but designers have updated the dreaded cargo pant with a healthy dose of cool. Wide legged, slouchy and often unflattering cargo pants have been updated with a skinny leg silhouette, richer fabrics and more streamlined pockets situated at the hips, perfect for those who need a little extra volume for a curvy, womanly silhouette.

Rows of buttons on a pencil skirt takes a closet staple out of the trenches and breathes new life into this wardrobe warrior. For nighttime, military inspired short shorts are a sexy way to stay cool and au courant. Pair a cuffed military short with a sweet lace top or bold floral top for a uniquely cool look.
 
Footwear

You couldn’t walk ten feet in France this spring without seeing at least two fashionable ladies wearing the most adorable lace dresses on top and edgy combat inspired boots on bottom. The combat boot trend quickly crossed the pond and pairing rugged boots with feminine pieces is a hot look for fall.

Masculine combat boots are just one style of military inspired footwear popular this fall. If your taste in shoes is a little more refined, opt for sleek booties or pumps with military accents such as buckles, chains, buttons and studs.

Accessories

Sometimes it’s all in the details. Studded cuffs, medallions and oversized sunglasses in military inspired hues are just a few of the accessory options you can pull out of your military inspired arsenal. A military inspired tote to house all of your daily essentials is another great way to rock the utilitarian trend.

If you’re hesitant to jump on board the military trend with an embellished piece, tread lightly with the trend by incorporating a military inspired color scheme into your wardrobe. Shades of green, khaki, browns, camel, navy and pops of brighter hues such as variations of orange and red are staple colors for military inspired looks.





Tyrina Talks Fashion is your weekly serving of fashion forecasting, trend reporting, figure analysis and helpful fashion tips and tricks. Email Tyrina with your fashion questions and photos at tyrinaalicia@hotmail.com. Visit www.primadonasales.com



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