Several designers showed variations on military and utility styles during the SS25 runway season. There are a few reasons for the popularity of this trend. The 2024 US presidential election is just over, and with the possibility that the country could have elected its first female president, the topic of women’s empowerment is on everyone’s lips. One could say that women’s clothing that imitates military clothing sends a message of strength and independence.
While some designers, like Elie Saab, presented traditional takes on army looks, others, like Versace, mixed things up and added utility details to contrasting styles.
Here are ten looks from the current SS25 fashion shows that prove the trend.
Burberry
A lilac ribbed knit top is worn under a heavy army green frayed cotton jacket with large round silver buttons and a vintage Burberry crest, paired with a matching knee length skirt. Accessories include a slim Burberry check belt and black slides.
Elie Saab
A dark green dress with a slit skirt and patch pockets, a wide belt and strappy sandals in cream and black complete this look.
Gucci
An oversized zip-up jacket in dark green jersey is paired with matching short shorts. Accessories include sunglasses, driving gloves, a small patent leather bag and strappy pumps, all in dark green.
Hermes
A light brown knit crew neck top with satin patch pockets and matching briefs is worn over sheer zip-up trousers. A brown leather belt, a handbag and wide bangles complete the look.
Hodakova
An oversized khaki jacket with long patch pockets and matching shorts are the centerpiece of this look. Accessories include a belt worn at the waist and hem of the shorts, clip-on sunglasses and black sandals.
Mugler
An olive green fitted jacket with accentuated shoulders and patch pockets is worn over a matching mini skirt. A green handbag and Mary Janes completed the look.
Private policy
An army green jacket with a brown leather collar, matching frayed shorts and a tote bag with gold slides complete this look.
Versace
A long-sleeved brown shirt with white glass buttons is paired with a gold mirror skirt, red sheer stockings and black T-strap sandals.
Ferrari
Here is a heavy cotton shirt in brown with a patch pocket, a matching mini skirt and belt. Accessories include tan suede driving gloves, a black patent leather bag and strappy shoes.
Alexander McQueen
A short double-breasted jacket in olive green washed cotton with a brown velvet collar is presented with a matching peplum back mini kilt.
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