Jackets

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...

The MA-1 and M-65 jackets typically get the most attention when discussing military clothing. However, the renowned N1 deck jacket is a must-see if you're seeking for a tough, warm, and adaptable winter design with an equally outstanding military pedigree. N1 Deck Jacket History The jacket was initially released in the United States. As the N1DC, it entered the Navy in 1943 and instantly won over sailors. The simplicity of the design was brilliant. The user was shielded from strong winds and ocean spray by a thick, tightly woven whipcord or "Bedford" cord outer shell (which later became known as...