THE SHIRT JACKET. IN HISTORY.
An iconic cornerstone, the shirt jacket has carried stories across decades, from Bob Marley to the cinematic stills of A Night to Remember (1958). Basics are great, but pieces with character have always outlasted trends. The CPO in navy wool, with its sharp collar and chest pockets, began aboard U.S. naval ships and never really left the style conversation. Vietnam-era olive OG-107 fatigues and utility shirts still surface, not just in vintage shops but in fashion editorials and street shots from Milan.
THE SHIRT JACKET. IN CULTURE.
An essential in modern wardrobes, the shirt jacket, also known as the overshirt, sits somewhere between polish and ease. It’s gender-fluid, easy to layer, and endlessly adaptable: over dresses, under coats, tucked into trousers. Designers keep playing with proportion, testing how big the collar can get or how low the shoulder can drop. The look feels distinct but familiar. My favorite fits mix new and old—flowy dresses with camo or a utility vest over a crisp shirt jacket. It softens the seriousness of military surplus and keeps the style fresh, real, and a little imperfect.
The Shop.
Flannel-Lined Cotton Twill Garage Jacket | Mens S
$60.00
$60.00
Surplus Olive Shirt Jacket | Men's S
$65.00
$65.00
1980's Marine BDU | Men's S
$65.00
$65.00
