Jackets — field jacket

If you’re into outdoor vintage clothing, more likely than not, you have come across the M-43 Field Jacket - an iconic piece of clothing. This piece of vintage military gear has been part of the wardrobes of outdoor enthusiasts and yes, even style icons for decades. Let’s get into the history, and features and know more about its enduring appeal.  The M-43 Field Jacket M-43 Field Jacket History Thanks to the U.S. Army in 1943, we have the M-43 field jacket. This was a replacement for the earlier M-1942 model. It was designed primarily for use in all climates. Because...

In military history, certain pieces of equipment stand out not just for their functionality but for their enduring style and influence. Among these icons, the M-51 field jacket holds a place of prominence. With its roots tracing back to the Korean War era, the M-51, also known as the "fishtail parka," has transcended its original military purpose to become a symbol of rugged durability and timeless fashion. M-51 Field Jacket M-51 Field Jacket History The M-51 emerged as an evolution of the M-43 field jacket, designed to meet the demands of combat in harsh weather conditions. Its distinctive features include...

In this article, we will explore the timeless appeal of the field jacket and its enduring connection to outdoor vintage clothing.

What you wear every day, if not the majority of it, began its existence in battle. Your go-to white T-shirt, those chinos, and that bomber jacket all originated in military uniforms rather than designer mood boards over the years as they slowly made the switch from combat to civilian wardrobes. The field jacket is leading the pack for this year. It's a lean, mean, style-enhancing machine that is lightweight, slightly boxy, and decidedly male fitting. It also offers more pockets than you can toss an unpinned grenade at. This is perhaps why it has been appropriated by designers like Brunello...