![Buck Mason khaki linen camp shirt on model](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-buck_mason_khaki_linen_camp_shirt_on_model.jpg)
What We’re Wearing
The
All-Khaki Look
An unexpected kit for spring
We’ve endorsed tonal looks such as black, navy and grey in the past, but for spring 2023, an all-khaki fit feels really fresh. You may be thinking of an all-Safari outfit like Steve Irwin (R.I.P.), but when done right, it's a sartorial game-changer. And I'm telling you, it's suddenly popping up everywhere. French publication L'etiquette celebrated its tenth issue by posting archival photos from past issues, and this all-khaki look [see slide four] caught my attention. Luxury cashmere brand Ghiaia further convinced me to take this leap of faith in dressing in something other than my standard navy or black with this summer-ready beige kit.
I tested the khaki-on-khaki out for myself a few weeks ago, and I'll admit, the first time I walked past a mirror I had an epiphany: “Damn,” I thought. “I'm dressed like Mr. Miyagi from the Karate Kid.” Granted, he was a do-it-all handy person, so he was going for a utilitarian look, but I appreciate it now. If you want take your tonal dressing to the next level, try to get an identical shade of khaki for the button-down and pants. It's an unpredictable look and keeps you cool while out in the sun. For a layering piece, reach for something that will complement the texture of a cotton twill, like a lightweight cardigan for chilly evenings. As for footwear, keep it in the coffee shade family—preferably an oat milk color or a toasted toffee hue. Besides this being an unexpectedly easy-going look for the warmer seasons, it's functional, fool-proof and easy to incorporate with other pieces from your wardrobe.
Your Khaki-Colored Kit
![Men's khaki-colored outfit inspiration](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-mens_khaki_outfit_products-small.jpg)
![A Son of a Tailor Cardigan](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-a_son_of_a_tailor_cardigan.jpg)
Cardigan,
$225 by A Son of a Tailor
![Buck Mason Linen Camp Shirt](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-buck_mason_linen_camp_shirt.jpg)
Linen camp shirt,
$148 by Buck Mason
![Norse Projects Brushed Cotton Twill Chino](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-norse_projects_brushed_cotton_twill_chino.jpg)
Brushed cotton
twill chino,
$290 by Norse Projects
![Alex Mill Vintage Wash Pocket T-Shirt](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-alex_mill_vintage_wash_pocket_tshirt.jpg)
Vintage wash
pocket T-shirt,
$75 by Alex Mill
![Persol 649 Sunglasses](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-persol_649_sunglasses.jpg)
649 sunglasses,
$279 by Persol
![Vaer S5 Standard Issue Field Watch](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-vaer_s5_standard_issue_field_watch.jpg)
S5 standard issue
field watch,
$159 by Vaer
![UNIQLO Ribbed Socks](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-uniqlo_ribbed_socks.jpg)
Ribbed socks,
$4.90 by UNIQLO
![New Balance Made in USA 990v2 Sneaker](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-new_balance_made_in_usa_990v2_sneaker.jpg)
Made in USA 990v2 sneaker,
$194.99 by New Balance
Your Khaki-Colored Kit
![Men's khaki-colored outfit inspiration](https://valetmag.com/gr/daily/style/products/mens_khaki_outfit_inspiration_050523/art-mens_khaki_outfit_products.jpg)
Cardigan,
$225 by
A Son of a Tailor
Linen camp shirt,
$148 by Buck Mason
Brushed cotton
twill chino,
$290 by Norse Projects
Vintage wash
pocket T-shirt,
$75 by Alex Mill
S5 standard issue
field watch,
$159 by Vaer
Ribbed socks,
$4.90 by UNIQLO
649 sunglasses,
$279 by Persol
Made in USA
990v2 sneaker,
$194.99 by New Balance
Who invented
the khaki color?
In the 1800s, British Lieutenant Henry Lumsden, stationed in India, used a plant dye called Mazari on his uniform cotton pants to help blend in with the local terrain and keep himself and his troops cool.