Base Camp Beauty

Burberry Prorsum, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Rag & Bone, Fall 2010 - photos courtesy style.com

Is anyone else feeling at all, for lack of a better word, fatigued by military chic?  It's been on the fashion scene for a few seasons yet somehow, the trend marches on.  What is it about glammed up utility wear that has resonated so profoundly with the fashion set?  Do we all harbour a secret desire to wear uniforms so that we'd never again have to stress over what to wear?  Does the proliferation of pockets, buttons and epaulets make us feel less guilty at the cash register?  After all, we are getting more bang bang for our buck with all of those added details.  No matter the reason, the military trend is huge for fall but its call of duty is likely to end soon, which is why it makes a lot of sense to go for the cheap, cheerful versions I've shown below.  Real Life Runway Tip:  Don't want to look like you're ready to join the army?  At ease, my sultry soldiers - all you need to remember is to wear one military piece at a time to pay homage to the trend.  The most current way to rock the look is to add in bits of leather, lace, and even a bit of sparkle to add some sweetness to an otherwise masculine trend. 

You can channel Amelia with some of these fab finds: 

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