The combination of khaki in clothes

If you are not a fan of acid shades and bright colors, then khaki is perfect for you. This shade, according to many, is a kind of green, but, in fact, khaki includes a color palette from gray to brown. This is a discreet color created by nature itself. Perhaps it is because of the close resemblance to foliage and soil that shade was initially used exclusively for military purposes.

Now khaki conquered the entire fashion industry. And this is not at all surprising, because the variety of its shades is easy to combine with clothes of different colors. Khaki is most harmoniously combined with natural shades. But this does not mean that it cannot be worn with bright elements of the wardrobe: orange tops, coral-colored beads, fuchsia clothes, poppy field, and all shades of blue in combination with khaki will create a fresh look.

Due to the fact that the khaki palette includes different variations of shades, this color can be called universal. It is suitable for almost everyone, with rare exceptions - for owners of too pale skin, unusual khaki shades can give an unhealthy look.

Perfectly suited to all khaki redheads. Moreover, the more intense the color of the clothes, the brighter will look the hair. As for the green-eyed, khaki shades will emphasize the eye color.

Dark-haired owners of brown eyes are more suitable for more "natural" notes: marsh, ashen and sandy hues.

Blondes with fair skin will face khaki with a slope of beige and faded green.

Clothing simple cut khaki gives the physique a military bearing, and shoes "earthen" podtonov visually reduce the size of the legs and correct problems with the feet. The combination of “protective” color with black is noticeably slim and stylish.

The success of the combination with other colors mainly depends on the location of the khaki color. The best option is a dark bottom, that is, it will be much easier to create a winning image if the khaki color is a skirt or pants.

For example, khaki shorts with blouses of tropical bright colors are young and refreshing - this outfit will be perfect for summer holidays. Shades of blue give lightness to the image, and the violet gamma, on the contrary, makes it heavier, but richer in terms of color saturation. Brown tones will make the set more restrained and thus suitable for everyday wear. The combination of red + khaki looks very bold and unusual. In this outfit, you can go even to the office, at least for a party. White top in combination with “protective” shorts of a free cut or a straight skirt will add a touch of restrained elegance.

One of the main styles, which is completely at the mercy of khaki, is the style of "military" - it is clothing that imitates military uniform. Jackets and raincoats of strict cut, with large details, fake epaulets, bulging metal buttons and rivets are ideal for both men and women. In this style, khaki clothing will match perfectly with trousers, skirts and shirts in classic black and white colors. But from green and brown it is better to give up, in order not to make the image too "army."

It is surely difficult to imagine a safari style without khaki, which is its basis. A free-cut shirt dress, a “forwarding agent” shorts, light jumpsuits are all elements of an African safari. The colors applicable to this style range from all shades of sandy to the color of withered foliage.These shades will be perfectly combined with dark brown, milky white, and also with pale denim. Often, hacks are worn in combination with a plant and animal print.

The country style, so popular since the 70s of last year, has not lost its relevance to this day. In this style, the combination of khaki mainly occurs with cotton shirts of light shades, as well as denim overalls and jackets of large size. As for shoes, mixing olive khaki with brown leather sandals or coarse boots inherent in country style would be perfect. Rough leather belts or cowboy hats will perfectly fit into the image.

For women, unlike men, casual style is strictly divided into two areas: "business casual" and "street casual." Khaki prevails more in street style than in business. Pants and skirts, shirts and jackets of all styles, the most daring shades of khaki, deliberately torn and stretched, not large in size, with prints and inscriptions. In this style you can include all shades of "asphalt" khaki, emerald, lime and even apricot shades of the palette. The most popular items in the casual style are the marsh-colored bomber jacket and the olive-tone shirt with chest pockets.

Khaki-colored men's clothing is more diverse than women's clothing of the same shades. This is due to the fact that a large segment of the male wardrobe is taken up by sportswear, to which women are not so supportive. The choice of colors is incredibly wide, but camouflage print is a favorite of the male half - mixing several khaki tones.

One of the most winning variations is a two-piece flax-colored khaki suit in combination with a black shirt and black leather accessories. Also popular among men are powdered shades of shorts and pants, which are very comfortable to wear in summer with light cotton shirts and light blue shades. Sandy trousers are perfectly combined with pullovers of citrus shades.

Men are big fans of khaki also because there is no dirt on such clothes. This color is combined with most of the wardrobe items and is suitable for all occasions, be it a hiking trip or working life in the office.

The children's collections also did not deprive the “natural” colors, although the manufacturers of clothes for teenagers decided that khaki was a color more suitable for the boy. Camouflage trousers with suspenders became the most popular trend. Swamp-colored jackets with a big collar are no less popular. And for the little ones, a two-piece set consisting of a jacket with a hood and trousers will be an excellent suit for walking.

When choosing accessories for khaki clothes, do not be afraid to experiment. Most khaki colors are discreet and pale, so you can safely choose bright accessories. It can be a variety of scarves with a leopard print, clutch neon colors, large earrings and rings with large stones, rough leather belts and even brooches.