Men's camouflage suits: fashion trends and selection rules
The camouflage suit takes a well-deserved place in the wardrobe of many men. Representatives of the stronger sex prefer such sets, focusing on their strength, durability and ability to create comfort even in the most difficult conditions.
Peculiarities
The men's camouflage suit no longer counts as just a piece of military equipment. Thanks to the convenience, reliability, durability and special style of this outerwear, it is increasingly used for everyday situations. Men choose camouflage suits for hunting, fishing, hiking in the woods, playing paintball and airsoft, and just for work. Of course, representatives of some professions continue to wear khaki clothing to carry out their official duties.
The suit can be zipped or buttons. There are models with or without an additional wind protection valve. Some suits have no zippers and are worn over the head like a T-shirt. The hood can be unfastened or even completely absent. The number of pockets on a jacket ranges from one to 10, and the number of pockets on trousers varies from 2 to 8. Most of the suits are also equipped with mosquito nets.
Camouflage jackets can be of 3 main varieties. The shortened model does not exceed 66 centimeters in length, the middle one is from 68 to 82 centimeters, and, finally, the elongated model reaches and exceeds 82 centimeters.
The kits are made in different shades, they are both monochromatic and spotted.
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The summer camouflage suit is suitable for hunting and fishing, hiking in the forest and playing airsoft in the warm season. The main material is either raincoat fabric, or tent cotton fabric, or a combination of cotton and polyester. Depending on the density of the canvas, it can be used at any temperature: from +3 and over +23 degrees Celsius.
The shade of camouflage can be versatile or suitable for hunting in a specific area.
A winter camouflage suit differs from a summer one primarily by the presence of a heater. In its role, the usual synthetic winterizer is most often used, laid in 3-4 layers in jackets, as well as in 2-3 layers in trousers. Even one layer is already able to warm a person if the temperature is -10 degrees outside, therefore several layers provide a man with the necessary warmth even in severe frosts. Fleece is usually used as additional insulation for the hood, pocket and collars.
In addition, natural down, wool, holofiber, thermofiber and thinsulate can be chosen as a heater for winter camouflage.
The knitted camouflage suit, despite the camouflage pattern, is a common tracksuit most often used for training. It consists of a loose jacket and trousers, held at the waist with an elastic band. There are both regular and insulated models with fleece or sintepon lining.
The most comfortable are the sets made of water-repellent fabric, which not only retains heat, but also provides the required ventilation.
Military camouflage suits are used by the respective formations. For example, we are talking about federal power structures, riot police, private security organizations and special services.
Modern models
One of the more popular camouflage suits is the windproof kit known as the Gorka. It is ideal for use in mountainous areas, which are characterized by frequent temperature fluctuations, bright sun, strong winds and rains.
The moisture-resistant kit is also breathable, so it is often purchased for tourism, hunting and fishing. "Slide" can be made in different shades, and also specially adapted for summer, winter or off-season.
The main material from which the kit is made is cotton tent fabric, very often in combination with a raincoat ripstop or membrane fabric.
Another popular model of men's camouflage is called "Bars". The set is made of double-sided polofleece fabric, the top of which is duspot raincoat material, and the inside is fleece. Polofleece provides reliable protection from wind and moisture, and also dries quickly.
Bars is ideal for hunting, fishing, tourism and any outdoor activities.
How to wear?
A full-fledged camouflage men's suit for work or fishing is recommended to be combined with thermal underwear and thermal socks. If you want to wear camouflage in everyday life, then it is important to do it quite carefully.
The militarized element should be the only one and should be worn with the most simple and concise clothing, for example, camouflage trousers can be combined with a simple white T-shirt.
"Military" print does not harmonize well with bright colors, but looks great with sand, white, black or gray shades.
Selection Tips
When choosing a camouflage suit for men, first of all, you need to decide for what purpose it is purchased. The length of the jacket is calculated depending on the answer to this question. The elongated one is suitable for hunting and hiking for berries and mushrooms, as it does not expose your back during classes. A medium length jacket is more appropriate for hiking and traveling by car. And also it can be worn for hunting and fishing. A cropped jacket will be comfortable for moving in a car or sitting in a boat. This wardrobe item is also worth wearing when going to the country house or on a picnic.
The operating temperature of the camouflage suit depends on how dense the fabric is selected. If you plan to use a kit for forestry, hunting and fishing, then it is better to choose a model with a hood. Options without a hood are appropriate for picnics or outdoor activities.
Depending on the purpose of the purchase, the choice is made between models with or without a protective mesh on the hood. For hiking and hunting, it is better to take sets with 10-12 pockets.
Men wearing sizes from 44 to 54 are advised to choose models with a wide belt with belt loops, and for more corpulent ones - with an elastic belt.