Could camouflage be coming back?
There it was -- hiding amidst the floaty pink-toned feminine fabrics at J. Crew's spring 2010 fashion presentation: a thigh-length military jacket done up in hardcore olive-hued camouflage.
The speckled print -- which was first worn by nonmilitary personnel during the Vietnam War (often by war protesters) -- has been absent from mainstream fashion since '90s-era grunge. And the toughie print has perhaps never been paired with more girly gear than it was at the J. Crew show -- where fat pearls and tiered ruffles peeked out from under the military jacket.
Camo prints in various color schemes have always loomed large at skate and snowboarding companies -- including Volcom and Burton -- but are they poised to return to fashion-forward dressing?
I like the idea of pairing the combat print with hyper-girly elements like red lipstick and heels. It feels impromptu and unexpected. But do you think such a deeply schizophrenic look could work off the runway? Let us know your thoughts.
Photo: J.Crew
Not to sure and when I look at again I dont think so!!
Posted by: Shopper | November 02, 2009 at 12:14 AM
Gee, lets hope this crapp doesn't come back!
Posted by: truth to power | November 02, 2009 at 11:44 AM
I see this look in the SF Bay area; and not just on the ladies. I've also seen it on the East Coast, and even in the British Isles. I find that it's like any other fashion... on some people it looks very good, and on others not so much. Who cares, really? People can wear what they want.
Camo fashions are definitely making a come-back in stores, both brick and mortar and online. It's no surprise that an increasing number of people are buying this clothing, and the accessories, too. Some of the items are seriously different compared to the old stuff we used to see. Some of the little kid Camo wear and sleeping bags, shoes and cloth dolls are pretty cute.
Posted by: M | November 02, 2009 at 03:15 PM
Yes! I think it looks tough and sexy.
Posted by: blue man | November 02, 2009 at 03:32 PM
Where I live camo is in vogue because hunting season is in full swing.
Posted by: dg | November 02, 2009 at 05:20 PM
I live in Florida and camoflage never left. Every weekend you can see guys heading off wearing their gear, but the young model definitely makes me think twice about being patriotic. I might just have to go down to the local army surplus store and get me some.
Posted by: JR Jake | November 02, 2009 at 07:05 PM
Camo belongs in one place.....and it ain't on the runway baby!
Posted by: L Murray | November 03, 2009 at 05:02 AM