Not surprisingly, Vogue Magazine picked up on the utility of camouflage prints in 1943. Before this, the camo print was used solely for literal camouflage purposes in war, and was then transformed into a reoccurring and popular fashion trend. 

This season, camouflage has made its return by returning from the battlefield and becoming couture. In other words, now is the time to raid your grandfather’s hunting gear and transform it into something fashionable and wearable.

I got my first taste of this season’s camo a couple months ago when I went shopping at Zara. I found a fantastic camo jacket with bedazzled jewels covering the collar.  I instantly fell in love with how chic it looked, especially when camo has the potential to look like it belongs on your brother’s action figure t-shirts and pajama bottoms.

After I saw the jacket, I started to see camo subtly making its appearance in fashion blogs, malls, online shops and magazines. I then began to wonder how I could incorporate camo into my wardrobe, and for a good price. As much as I want to splurge on that impeccable Zara jacket, it unfortunately doesn’t fit in my budget. It may be time for a thrifting adventure soon.

Now, I have always been a bold print kind of girl. I love the transition from the summer solid bright colors to the bold dark fall prints, which can be found in almost every form of clothing. But rather than something dainty and delicate, camo offers a look that is edgy, yet effortlessly classic. Pair a camo jacket with a simple outfit like a pair of black skinny jeans and a top, or even pair it with a dress for a more girly feel.

Of course, camo is not just for the ladies out there. Guys, incorporating the bold print into your wardrobe this season is nothing to shy away from. Try layering a camo jacket over a sweater and finalize the ensemble with a pair of combat boots.

So if you are a bold print lover like me or are just wanting to try something new, leave the solids behind this fall and adopt this fashion statement that has history, meaning and infinite potential.