While in recent years, khaki-integrated military design hasn't been moving up in the ranks within fashion, this year's spring trends have revived this style, hence re-instilling the senses of influence, power and command. Designers such as Hermés and Christian Dior have taken to the concept, with models strutting the runways decked head-to-toe in their muted, earthy-toned outfits. Along with emphasis on cinched waists, brass-colored buttons, popped collars, wide lapels, deep utility-style pockets and greater skin coverage, these olive green and beige-colored pieces provide the ultimate fashion dichotomy between flow and structure. These cyclical traits have evolved past military and khaki wear from army jackets and pencil skirts to current button-down jumpsuits, as well as longer-length fitted and loose-style dresses.

So with its dress-up or dress-down capabilities, the military-khaki blend provides that offbeat yet refreshing, versatile touch that make this year's runway and fashion aesthetic all the more empowering, but don't be too wary of the revival trend's authoritative aura just yet. For students, a semi-formal variation includes suiting up in linen- or khaki- style jumpsuits—fit for the warmer months with muted green and tan tones and short sleeves or tank top straps, of course—paired with dark-colored suede ankle booties to truly embrace that vibe of empowerment (oh, and don't forget the deep side pockets feature)! And for a simplistic appeal, a pair earthy green or beige high-waisted wide-leg linen trousers fitted with a wide black belt, along with a black top of any cut or design do wonders in providing those much-needed senses of comfort and practicality during warmer weather. In this sense, military and khaki present yet another fashion meld that blurs the lines between uniform and designer wear, and with its revival, it once again grants those lucky enough to flaunt such pieces all the more senses of authority...and fashion.