Attention all you Northeast college students: spring has fully docked on our shore. It is time to cast off all down coats and reel in the hats. According to the fashion forecast, a few trends to expect this spring season are double denim, green khaki and suede. I think it’s safe to say this summer will be heavily inspired by the ‘70s.
The A.F Vandevorst spring 2015 ready-to-wear runway show incorporated the green khaki trend in the first eight looks of the collection. A.F Vandevorst paired green khaki clothing with black and camel attire that were accessorized with leather pieces and combat boots. These looks captured “vogue militaire.” This Fashionisto combines a lightweight green khaki quilted jacket over a short-sleeve denim button-down shirt, with a pair of black biker jeans as his choice of metropolitan weekend wear. Unknowingly, he has adapted a major runway trend to create his dapper street style.
While this Fashionisto’s incorporation of green khaki is impressive, the individuality expressed in his ensemble is most admirable. Check out the details. The super fashion-forward black suede fedora boosts the outfit while conveniently protecting Josh’s eyes from direct contact with the sun—the perfect spring accessory for males.
Pay attention to the textures in his outfit. The quilted jacket and pin-tuck panel detailing of the jeans make his look both sporty and effortless yet spiffy all at the same time. Josh adds a splash of red to the outfit with his trendy Herschel backpack, a college favorite, to pop the look. He has shown us that a warm color palette is not restricted to the cold months and, when paired correctly, can create an easy spring look.
If you’re from Massachusetts or a neighboring state, you know the weather can be painfully unpredictable. One minute it is sunny and another minute it is overcast and nippy. With temperatures fluctuating between 57 and 88 degrees you have to dress prepared. By putting on this green khaki quilted jacket over his short-sleeve denim button-down, this Fashionisto is prepared for whatever temperature Boston decides to throw at him. He also has the freedom to switch between runway street style and urban casual while remaining comfortable.
How To: Like this Fashionisto shows us, green-khaki-colored outwear can be easily incorporated in your look this spring/summer and is nicely styled with neutrals and denim. I dare you to channel your inner-vogue militaire by adding a green khaki piece to your ensemble and playing with textures.
