Tired of the same old neutrals? Khaki’s here to save the day! This versatile shade is a total vibe, perfect for everything from chill days to night outs. This timeless hue offers a soft contrast against whites and creams while harmoniously blending with darker shades like your browns and tans.
Khaki’s Roots: From Army Green to Everyday Style
Khaki wasn’t always a fashion fave! Back in the day, it was basically army green. Soldiers wore it to blend in with their surroundings. However, people started to realise how cool khaki looked and started wearing it for casual outfits. Now, it’s a classic shade that everyone loves!
Bonus fact: The word ‘khaki’ is actually persian for ‘dusty’ this earthy tone has military roots!
Why we love khaki here at Basics:
Versatility: Khaki goes with everything. It’s a great alternative shade to pair with your neutrals, but also works brilliantly alongside a bright pop of colour!
Timelessness: Although it really comes into it’s own in autumn, Khaki’s always in style, so you can rock it season after season.
Comfort: Khaki’s perfect for those cozy days when you just want to feel good, it’s a lot more forgiving with marks and spills compared to your sacred white tee, and it still feels put together for any unexpected visitors!
Styling Khaki: Our Top Tips
So, you’re totally on board with the khaki hype. But how do you actually work this versatile color into your wardrobe? We’ve curated our latest khaki pieces and added some styling tips to help you get started.
Remember, fashion should be fun! Experiment and find what works best for you.
The Khaki Tee:
You can style your khaki tee in loads of different ways! Our favourite look right now would be with a pair of loose-fit denim, trusty Birkenstocks, and chuck a sweater over the shoulders for a touch of layering-chic.
The Khaki Shorts:
Styling your khaki bottoms but want something different for the top half? We’d go for a classic white tee, ribbed socks, your favourite trainers and a natural-toned tote bag. This combo is ‘Basics’ approved!
The Khaki Duo:
Don’t be afraid to go full tonal, it’s a cohesive outfit that takes seconds to chuck on. The key here is to break up the tones with a statement bag or contrasting shoe to keep the look elevated and not too ‘samey.’
Bonus Styling Tips:
Embrace Textures: Experiment with different textures like corduroy, velvet, or knitwear to add depth and interest to your khaki outfits.
Khaki and denim: A classic combo that never goes out of style.