Utility Outfitting 101

2022 calls for on-trend utility details for everyone! Keep reading to learn how to make a bold statement with military-inspired styles from head to toe.

Utility Outfits for Girls

Find your utility inspiration with goes-with-anything greens and daring camo prints, then layer your look with pretty tops and military jackets that look so good together you’ll be convinced opposites attract. Try hooded jackets that are the perfect mix of a shirt and hoodie, or go for shirt dresses with subtle military-inspired details for a look that’s totally at ease. Round out your utility style with on-the-go sneakers or combat boots.

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How to Wear Utility Pants

Get on trend with utility pants in your favorite silhouettes like the high-waisted denim jogger, ‘90s Boyfriend pants, or Relaxed Mom jogger. These must-have utility pants have all the best deets like oversized pockets and a washed, lived-in feel, making them your new go-to for when you want a laid-back look.

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Mix things up by pairing flowy tops with cargo joggers for a feminine take on the trend, or go classic camo with camouflage pants paired with a cropped graphic tee.

Utility Outfits for Guys

When it comes to on-trend utility outfits, think rugged details, a broken-in feel, and pockets aplenty. Start from the bottom up with Lived-In Cargo pants featuring light distressing and cargo pockets or with Trekker Joggers made from soft, lightweight twill, then add your favorite neutral-colored t-shirts and button-up shirts.

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Wear monochromatic layers to take the utility trend from the snow to the sunshine seamlessly, then finish off the look with boots made to handle anything.

What Goes with Utility Jackets

Good news! Utility jackets, a.k.a. the military-inspired staple everyone needs, go with everything from stretch twill camo joggers to cargo shorts in classic khaki. Wear it your way with a Super Soft hoodie or t-shirt underneath, and paired with cargo pants for a well-rounded look that’ll get you saying, “Roger that.”.

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