Jacko Jacket, Jacko Style
9 Jul 2009Habitually, when I window shop for blazers, the King of Pop, does not cross my mind, however yesterday it did. Perhaps, I could attribute it to the largest memorial in history that ever went down, the a few days ago, with his recent passing, but remember, I’m a fashionista first off and foremost; so, my realization was the blazer I was looking at could actually be traced to MJ circa 1987 Bad Tour. An awesome find indeed, but much too hefty for my Chinese Laundry clutch to handle. As I say farewell to the Balmain’ish jacket, I am reminded of the trends that were brought to light through Michael Jackson fearless sense of style.
1972, at Royal Variety at London Palladium. Afro and plaid chic, scarves on men are so in!
1977, with The Jacksons. Yes! "Come they told me , pa...ra...pa...pum...pum." You'll see this padded shoulder, drummer boy jacket translate itself circa 90's.
1981, Triumph Tour. The leather pleather pants will come into play again, with a fitted top, probably not sequened, but if singing in front of millions, permitted.
"Beat It" Album Cover, 19831984, at American Music Awards with Brook Shields1989, American Music Awards. Find these jeans at American Apparel, for sure; and the high tops? Baby, they never left.
1990, Life Magazine. The toned down Jheri curls, even I did this look with a perm and mousse, crunch, crunch; and the fedora is timeless.
2007, Ebony Magazine. Just call this Chiq Robotic!
An iconic figure for so many reasons, with fashion being one of them, Michael Jackson will go down in history for his radical efforts to pave the way for those looking to break the fashion barrier between male and female, giving the term unisex a whole new meaning. Michael Jackson will be immortalized through his music, dance moves, and trade mark military jacket. The beat will go on!
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By: Kim Cuachon
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Kim is a freelance writer, originally based out of Toronto, and obviously now based out of Virginia (Norfolk, to be specific). She lacks a filter and says it like it is, hence the birth of "Canada, Eh? Mmmhmm". Kim enjoys living on the beach and the warm temps with her husband Josh and dog Paige (who believes she owns the beach). Just as she says, "Put pen to paper because life is worth writing writing about."