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99 Examples of Utility Wear

From Foldable Dinner Jackets to Convertible Stilettos Purpose is Chic

— August 7, 2012 — Eco
These style-savvy examples of utility wear dispose of the notion that fashion cannot be sensible.

Looking chic is re-imagined with these pieces of wearable utility. This compilation of multipurpose pieces is a testament to the forward-thinking ways of leading fashion design professionals. Designs are infused with accommodating features that are often convertible, transforming, durable, and most importantly, incorporate a classic minimalist aesthetic that makes these investment pieces.

Perhaps the best example is Burberry's Packaway Blazer featured in 'Foldable Dinner Jackets.' This sport coat fuses the convenient appeal of compact, fuss-free features with a menswear staple. The multipurpose combination makes the garment a chic item of utilitarian wear.

From 'Heat Providing Polos' to 'Convertible LBDs,' the range of options available to those interested in prudent stylish wear is extensive.
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Heat-Providing Polos
Heat-Providing Polos
Inch-for-Inch Donates Insulated Materials to People Living in Cold Regions
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97
Practical UK Games Gear
Practical UK Games Gear
The Spencer and Marschall Selfridges 'Olympic Survival Kit' is Efficient
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96
Self-Instructing Business Wear
Self-Instructing Business Wear
The 'How To Tie A Tie' Necktie Gives the Forgetful Mind Some Help
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95
Pollution-Sensing Outerwear
Pollution-Sensing Outerwear
The Aegis Parka Will Warn You of Hazardous Air Quality
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94
Hybrid Designer Outerwear
Hybrid Designer Outerwear
Glamb x Gloverall Duffle Coats Boasr Impressively Groundbreaking Style
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93
Sporty Sophisticated Suits
Sporty Sophisticated Suits
The Tim Coppens Fall/Winter 2012 Line Will Make You a Team Player
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92
Sophisticated Sportcoat Hybrids
Sophisticated Sportcoat Hybrids
The Isaora Tech Blazer and Vest Combines Work and Leisure Wear
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91
Plaid for Social Good
Plaid for Social Good
Seer Clothing Gives Multi-Purpose New Meaning, Supports Causes
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90
Hybrid Scarf Satchels
Hybrid Scarf Satchels
Symmetry's Dixon Scarf Transforms From a Stylish Scarf to a Handy Handbag
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89
Christmas Utility Vests
Christmas Utility Vests
The 'Holiday Decorator's Toolvest' is Better than Santa's Little Helpers
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88
Elegant Hybrid Jean Coats
Elegant Hybrid Jean Coats
Never Lose Your Cool with the Hixsept Impulse Denim Jacket
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87
Minimal Grayscale Garments
Minimal Grayscale Garments
The Sissi Goetze Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Sleek and Sophisticated
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86
Bacterial Bio Fashion
Bacterial Bio Fashion
The Suzanne Lee Biocouture Line is Edgy
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85
Health-Monitoring Insoles
Health-Monitoring Insoles
The ‘Biometric Shoe Sole’ Maps Your Unique Footprint
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84
Eco-Conscious Wooden Shades
Eco-Conscious Wooden Shades
A Tree Will Be Planted for Each Pair of Hout Couture Sunglasses Sold
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83
Nautical-Inspired Outerwear
Nautical-Inspired Outerwear
The Henri Lloyd Blakely Jacket is Sailor Gear With Swag
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82
Relaxed Prep Shool Runways
Relaxed Prep Shool Runways
The Kolor Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Mixes Retro and Modern Styles
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81
Handmade Hybrid Apparel
Handmade Hybrid Apparel
The Sleeve/Scarf by Cubist Literature is Unlike Anything Else
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80
Upcycled Utility Belts
Upcycled Utility Belts
These Fabric Horse Belts Bring Urban Eco Design and Efficiency Together
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79
Compartmental Miniskirts
Compartmental Miniskirts
The Kaufmanfranco Utility Skirt Carries All Your Baggage
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78
Classically Modern Menswear
Classically Modern Menswear
The Phenomenon Fall 2012 Collection is a Retro Fashion Revival
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77
Utilitarian Streetwear Ensembles
Utilitarian Streetwear Ensembles
The Engine Bottega Veneta Exclusive is Clean Cut
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76
2-in-1 Designer Bag & Clothes
2-in-1 Designer Bag & Clothes
Ermenegildo Zegna Gym Kit
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75
Workshop Savvy Eyewear
Workshop Savvy Eyewear
Sukjin Moon Reworks Leather Offcuts Into Durable Fashionable Frames
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74
Packing Tape as a Beauty Accessory
Packing Tape as a Beauty Accessory
The Body Tape
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73
Recession-Proof Footwear
Recession-Proof Footwear
Shoes for Crews Flourishes During Economic Downturn
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72
Convenient Alcoholic Carriers
Convenient Alcoholic Carriers
Mix Drinks Wherever You Go With the Meehan Utility Bag
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71
Hip Hybrid Fashions
Hip Hybrid Fashions
The Yigal Azrouel SS12 Collection Boasts Office & Street-Worthy Ensembles
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70
Convertible Tent Clothing
Convertible Tent Clothing
The Jakpak Goes All the Way from Jacket to Tent
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69
Hip Hybrid Purses
Hip Hybrid Purses
The Silent People 'Remake' Bag Collection is Heritage-Inspired
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68
Regal Hybrid Kicks
Regal Hybrid Kicks
The Nike Sportswear Air Royal Mid SO Combines Two Classic Styles in One Shoe
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67
Compositionally Angular Streetwear
Compositionally Angular Streetwear
The Second Freshjive SS 2012 Lookbook is Sleek and Suave
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66
Cozy Salvaged Sweaters
Cozy Salvaged Sweaters
These Upcycled Sweater Slippers are Eco-Friendly and Stylish
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65
Runway Accessory Recycling
Runway Accessory Recycling
Bizarre Multi-Purpose Baubles at Emporio Armani Fall 2009 RTW
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64
Transformer Jackets
Transformer Jackets
The Julien David AW10 Collection Comments on Our Dependence on Meds
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63
Re-Imagined Iconic Outerwear
Re-Imagined Iconic Outerwear
The Barbour x Wood Wood 10th Anniversary Jacket Updates the Classic
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62
High Voltage Messenger Bag #60
High Voltage Messenger Bag #60
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61
Double-Sided Menswear Garments
Double-Sided Menswear Garments
The Cotton Treats 'Reversible Bow Ties' are Multi-Purpose
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60
Climatic Boots
Climatic Boots
Rubber Duck Steps Into the Big Bright Weather
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59
Utilitarian Fashion Captures
Utilitarian Fashion Captures
Metal Magazine #25 Features a Neutral Yet Elegant Editorial
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58
Revamped Polarized Shades
Revamped Polarized Shades
The Sunski Sunglasses Originated in Australia
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57
All-Ages Workwear
All-Ages Workwear
The Universal Works 2010 Spring Collection Shows Some Blue Collar Couture
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56
Oversized Outerwear Collections
Oversized Outerwear Collections
The Chloe Fall/Winter 2012 Runway Show is Impeccably Layered
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55
Fashionable Men's Workwear
Fashionable Men's Workwear
The Marni 2011 Fall Collection is Rugged Chic
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54
Debonair Suited Separates
Debonair Suited Separates
The Burberry Prorsum Resort 2013 Collection is Elegantly Refined
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53
Color-Blocked Camper Catalogues
Color-Blocked Camper Catalogues
The Lacoste L!ve Fall/Winter 2012 Lookbook Embraces the Outdoors
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52
Foldable Dinner Jackets
Foldable Dinner Jackets
The Burberry 'Packaway Blazer' Merges Practicality With Style
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51
Convertible LBDs
Convertible LBDs
Anna R-K Creates Pieces to Be Worn in a Multitude of Ways
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50
Two-Toned Wool Coats
Two-Toned Wool Coats
The Leather-Wool Hybrid Destroyer Jacket from Nike Sportswear
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49
Dapper Industrial Fashion
Dapper Industrial Fashion
‘Neighborhood’ Fall/Winter 2012 Line is Dark and Stylish
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48
Couture Weather-Proof Menswear
Couture Weather-Proof Menswear
The Louis Vuitton Spring/Summer 2013 Show is Rain-Ready
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47
Flip Flop High Tops
Flip Flop High Tops
Shanzhai Converse are Flip Flops by Day & Sneakers by Night
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46
Eclectic Urbanite Catalogs
Eclectic Urbanite Catalogs
The Komakino Spring/Summer 2013 Collection is Sleek and Modern
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45
Ultra-Resistant Bags
Ultra-Resistant Bags
Stone Island Dry Bags are Multi-Colored and Multi-Purpose
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44
High-Fashion Luxury Rainwear
High-Fashion Luxury Rainwear
The SWIMS Armani 2012 Collaboration Galoshes Make a Splash
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43
Iconic Manly-Man Tributes
Iconic Manly-Man Tributes
The Barbour Steve McQueen Collection Channels Old Hollywood Cool
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42
Rugged Retro Workwear
Rugged Retro Workwear
The HHI and Dunderdon Welder's Jacket is a Functional Rendition of a Classic
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41
Modern Utilitarian Catwalks
Modern Utilitarian Catwalks
The Topshop Unique Fall/Winter 2012/2013 Collection is Urban
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40
Belted Fanny Bags
Belted Fanny Bags
These 'Meryl Belt Pouch' Bags by Miller and Jeeves are Convenient & Cute
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39
Convertible Colorblock Tanks
Convertible Colorblock Tanks
Multifunctional Dress by Mary Ping's Slow and Steady Wins the Race
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38
Compact Photo Coats
Compact Photo Coats
The KZO Convertible Camera Jacket is Perfect for Any Picture-Taking Event
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37
Quick-Dry Underwear
Quick-Dry Underwear
Ex Officio for Adventurers
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36
Minimalist Militant Lookbooks
Minimalist Militant Lookbooks
The Neil Barrett Spring/Summer Pre-Collecton is Clean-Cut
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35
Phenomenal Convertible Frocks
Phenomenal Convertible Frocks
This Dress by Elena Damm Can Easily Become Nine Different Shifts
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34
Militant Menswear Tailoring
Militant Menswear Tailoring
The MCQ Autumn/Winter 2012/2013 Men's Collection Boasts Sharp Looks
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33
Layered Utilitarian Fashion
Layered Utilitarian Fashion
The Banana Republic Fall 2010 Collection is Stylishly Practical
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32
Convertible Handbags
Convertible Handbags
The Very Adaptable Antrobus Handbag
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31
Urban Uniformed Menswear
Urban Uniformed Menswear
The WOOD WOOD Autumn/Winter 2012/13 Collection is Impeccably Layered
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30
Convertible Coats
Convertible Coats
Elizabeth and James Create a 3-in-1 Style Perfect for All Weather
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29
Protective Camera Purses
Protective Camera Purses
The Nevis is a Fashionable Carrier for Your DSLR
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28
Eccentrically Layered Lookbooks
Eccentrically Layered Lookbooks
The Kenzo Prefall 2012 Collection is Rich in Detail
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27
Casual Nonchalant Lookbooks
Casual Nonchalant Lookbooks
AllSaints Spitalfields Spring 2012 Campaign is Composed & Cool
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26
Utilitarian Menswear
Utilitarian Menswear
Carhartt FW 2011 Lookbook Offers Durable Stylized Clothes for Working Men
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25
Roped Neckwear
Roped Neckwear
The VPL Necklaces for Spring are Made of Heavy Duty Cable
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24
Camo Couture
Camo Couture
Elle Canada March 2010 Takes a New Spin on Military Fashions
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23
X-Ray-Like Rainwear
X-Ray-Like Rainwear
Terra New York Outerwear is Semi-Transparent and Smokey-Hued
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22
Technicolored Suit Shoots
Technicolored Suit Shoots
The Isaac Carew for GQ Japan Editorial Features Brightly-Hued Looks
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21
Prodigious Paintspray Packs
Prodigious Paintspray Packs
The Behemoth Bag Can Hold Up to 22 Spraycans for Mobile Artists
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20
Couture Arctic Outerwear
Couture Arctic Outerwear
The Duohtavuohta Lookbook 12/13 is Clean, Crisp and Cold
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19
Comfy Hipster Catalogs
Comfy Hipster Catalogs
The Ship­ley & Hal­mos Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Versatile
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18
Convertible Tutu Shoes
Convertible Tutu Shoes
Karl Lagerfeld Designs Ballet-Inspired Shoe for Repetto
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17
Urban Prepster Collections
Urban Prepster Collections
The J.Crew Menswear Fall 2012 Lookbook is Sharply Dressed
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16
Hybrid Hipster Ensembles
Hybrid Hipster Ensembles
The Deluxe FW11 'Birth of the Cool' Line Boasts Sloppy Sophistication
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15
Inflatable Sleeping Coats
Inflatable Sleeping Coats
A Multi-Purpose Camping and Outdoor Jacket by Lin Tsui-Wei
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14
Multi-Purpose Cycling Packs
Multi-Purpose Cycling Packs
PORTER Klunkerz Messenger Bag Adds Needed Space for Cyclists
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13
Curved Wooden Clutches
Curved Wooden Clutches
Supplii Toolbox Purses
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12
Convertible Couture
Convertible Couture
Merlin Castell All-In-One Dress
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11
Hybrid Shirt Bags
Hybrid Shirt Bags
Stephanie Simek's Transforming 'Hoodie Bag' is a Three-in-One Creation
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10
Space-Age Rain Gear
Space-Age Rain Gear
The Laitinen Fall/Winter Collection Puts Emphasis on Outerwear
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9
Stylish Oxford Sneakers
Stylish Oxford Sneakers
The Adidas SLVR Brogue Buckle is a Hybrid Between Classy and Sporty
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8
Convertible Maternity Clothing
Convertible Maternity Clothing
The Marisol Rodriguez 'Skin' Collection Expands as Baby Grows
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7
Convertible Black Dresses
Convertible Black Dresses
Modify Clothing Lets You Create 10 Looks From One Dress
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6
Transparent Rain Capes
Transparent Rain Capes
'A Pair And A Spare' Makes a DIY Rainwear Tutorial
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5
Multipurpose Convertible Dresses
Multipurpose Convertible Dresses
Work to Flirt Dress
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4
Fierce Fashion Fusion
Fierce Fashion Fusion
Convertible Clothing by Karolina Zmarlak is Filled With Hybrid Styles
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3
Futuristic Lumberjack Menswear
Futuristic Lumberjack Menswear
The Asher Levine Fall/Winter 2012 Collection is Utilitarian
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2
Flat Functional Backpacks
Flat Functional Backpacks
Cote & Ciel Makes Bags That are Orderly and Easy to Access
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1
Convertible Stiletto-Shoes
Convertible Stiletto-Shoes
Sheila's Heels For Women Who Drive
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