After 35 years the classic movie is back, Tom Cruise is back and better than ever staring in Top Gun 2 - a sequel to the iconic 1986 film which saw Pete 'Maverick' Mitchell pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. The film that saw some of the most iconic looks of the 80's, we are here to show you how to recreate those from flight jackets to boiler suits, we've got you covered. 

 

Leather Flight Jackets  

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Flight jackets were created by the US Army Aviation Clothing Board in 1917 to keep WWI pilots warm in the open-air cockpits of the early fighter planes. From this, over the years they have took lift off and become one of the most iconic jackets of the decade. Pair with some vintage 501's and a white tee for the ultimate Tom Cruise fit. 

  

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Black classic flight jacket

 

PVC Leather flight jacket

Black and brown contrast zip front leather flight jacket

Classic leather flight jacket

Distressed leather flight jacket

 

Military Shirts 

 

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Military shirts have and always will be a wardrobe essential, its that statement piece that we all need. Its practical and its a key trend piece, what more could we need! 

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U.S Button front green military shirt

Green long sleeve Swedish army shirt

 

501 Levi's Jean's 

  

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'Classic American style and effortlessy cool' 501 Levi's are the perfect fitting jean which you can literally pair with any outfit ever. Worn in many scenes of Top Gun, these are Tom's ultimate go to's and are loved for their sleekness and versatility. 

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Dark wash Levi's 501 Jeans

 

Indigo Levi's 501 Jeans

 

Boiler Suits  

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Did you know the boiler suit was originally an outfit made for wearing while working, popularised by women in munitions factories in the second world war. Fast forward several decades and it has now become a staple outfit expressing function, sexuality and feminine expression.

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Zip front dark green boiler suit

Classic blue boiler suit

Zip front navy boiler suit

 

 

 

 

January 05, 2024 — Ella Lee