A Stylistic Tribute to Michael Jackson

I think for, as long as I live, when I think back upon Michael Jackon–as a style icon–I’ll remember his military-style jackets.

And the experts will agree – Michael Jackson put this style on the map.

“Even though the Beatles wore military jackets during the Sgt. Pepper era, Michael Jackson made the military jacket a mainstream staple, especially amongst the celebrity set. Balmain’s all over military jackets, Beyonce and Rihanna are all over Balmain’s military jackets, and even before that, Gerard Way of My Chemical Romance and Coldplay were wearing them too,” says  Tamar Anitai, of MTV Buzzworthy Blog.

“It’s a great timeless statement piece, it’s unisex, and it commands respect. Also, while he certainly wasn’t the first one to wear Ray-Ban Aviators, there was definitely a time when no one looked cooler in a pair of mirrored shades. Sorry, Tom Cruise,” Tamar goes on.

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While the king of pop is lost to this world, he will remembered. His influence is felt upon generations of musicians, but also stylistically.

I think a great way to pay tribute to Michael Jackson is to let his influence shine forth. And while clearly we are all listening to his tunes today, why don’t we go a step further?

So, if you want to adapt this look in an affordable way, maybe your man needs this Black Military Jacket with Red Piping?

With its retro red piping, gold military buttons, and fitted, tailored design, it’d be a sexy dud to add to his wardrobe any time – but in this time of national mourning? An incredible way to pay tribute to a legend lost too soon. (And look hot.)