Aviator fashion

I.want.this.so.bad. I have been obsessed with this jacket since the burberry a/w '10 collection was unveiled. Now they're all over the high street from Topshop to Matalan. I assume there is a ridiculously long waiting list (never mind pricing issues) that will mean I shall never obtain my beloved jacket so I'm relying on the high street to produce some worthy imitations. So far Topshop have my vote with a similar looking aviator jacket that is priced at around £325. Not that this obsession…

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This costume only requires a few key elements to make it work: 1. Aviator hat & goggles (essential). 2. Sturdy coat or jacket (preferably long or bomber style). 3. Knee high leather boots with tucked in trousers (can be stockings for ladies wearing a short bustle skirt). To expand on the basic look add some navigational gadgets (compass etc); belts; medallions; respirator mask etc. For an old fashioned jacket try hitting the op shops while you can get suitable leather boots from most shoe…

Allied Aviator (WWI)

RAF pilot uniform (Cas + brothers)

Amelia Mary Earhart was an American aviation pioneer and author. Earhart was the first female aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. She received the U.S. Distinguished Flying Cross for this accomplishment. Wikipedia