Khaki Thoughts

In Spring, one’s fancy lightly turns to thoughts of...khaki. A great little neutral, its tropical roots recall the yellow-saffron dust of India. Whether tan, tobacco, or leaning into olive drab, the earthy tones of khaki always look right. Suitable for uniforms, safaris, Hollywood movies, and Bermuda shorts. Let your lingerie and loungewear join the fun. Create utilitarian chic. Jane’s Vanity demonstrates:

Start sheer with Vannina Vesperini fabulous Alhambra Gold Bralette Set in champagne tulle, champagne silk, and gold embroidery. Or, perhaps, the Classique Gold Lingerie Set in champagne mesh accented with dimensional gold embroidery. Very cute with just a pair of chinos.

But, for a street-worthy look, add the top from Olivia Von Halle’s Lila Havana Silk Pajama Set: a Caribbean flower garden on a background of gold. Love the jet black piping.

Or layer on Dana Pisarra’s stretchy ribbed Bouq Corda Cotton Camisole in cafe au lait. Chocolate brown macrame trim provides a stylish accent to complement everything from shorts to a proper tropical suit.

For dressy, Olivia Von Halle’s Bettina Willow Dress embraces the khaki concept. Its olive bronze bias-cut silk stands alone with charming accents of covered buttons, drapey shape, and balloon sleeves.

A little bit Ava Gardner, a little bit James Dean, it's the khaki state of mind for your spring basics from Jane’s Vanity.