It’s the edgy combat look that’s become a runway and street-style favourite. In the accessories and women’s wear departments (on levels 2 and 3 respectively), the options make pulling it off effortless.
It’s the edgy combat look that’s become a runway and street-style favourite. In the accessories and women’s wear departments (on Levels 2 and 3 respectively), the options make pulling it off effortless.
A sgt. Pepper-style band jacket might be quintessentially military chic, but it usually calls for a rock star’s confi dence – and risks being too obvious. An easier alternative: staples in camo prints, shades of greens and browns, or with utilitarian elements.
Think cargo pockets, which show up on smart knee-length skirts at italian label tela and pencil skirts from thailand’s playhound – insta-army cool on typically feminine silhouettes. At elizabeth and james, satchels and bucket bags get the same treatment, thanks to handy straps (the latter can also be worn as backpacks), and a palette of forest green and khaki.
Among the shoe brands: rachel zoe’s eponymous line leans towards street wear, but its latest designs possess the don’t-mess-with-me vibe of combat boots. The sneakers, for instance, come pointy-toed and studded, while plimsolls are anchored by chunky platform soles.
