MADE popular by the late Michael Jackson, military jackets and vests have emerged as the new hot trend with a uni-sex appeal and flare. Like other trends, there is always a ‘best way to wear it’, and TEENage is here to bring out your inner fashionista or pretty boy swag with some tips on how to rock this look. The basic tip for this look is that wearing accessories is dependent on how elaborate the jacket or vest is.

Ladies, the closed military vest looks cute and flirty with a loose skirt. When opened, it is the perfect compliment for a sleeveless dress or a tank top. Accessory-wise, long necklaces or chains that are extended to the collar are ideal, but this is all dependent on the print of the shirt or dress that is being worn with the vest. Gentlemen, the military jacket is perfect with a simple V-neck shirt and can be accessorised with a scarf, rosary or other chains.

If the military jacket is plain, then for a casual look, you can wear a graphic under it. For a more casually-elegant feel, a blouse or shirt will enhance the look. Overall, if the jacket or vest is elaborate, it is advised to wear something simple to emphasise the intricacy of the piece.

The jacket lends itself to versatility and can be transformed from casually chic to casually elegant in just a change of top or shirt, and it is definitely a good buy for the fashionista or debonair gentleman on the go.