This Military-Inspired Jacket Combines Classic Carhartt Vibes with Elevated Styling

Citizens of Humanity reimagines a timeless outerwear staple through heirloom-quality materials and classic design cues.

Close-up of a tan jacket with a brown corduroy collar and a visible zipper over a white shirt.

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By Hayley Helms

Published April 23, 2026

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Updated April 24, 2026

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The service jacket may seem like a straightforward style on the surface, but its roots run deep, tracing back to late 19th-century military outerwear designed for utility, durability and protection.

As time passed and military garments found their way into civilian fashion, the service jacket shifted from strictly functional into a versatile everyday staple.

Now, the timeless silhouette is being given a premium reinterpretation, courtesy of Citizens of Humanity’s luxury-minded Service Jacket, where military heritage meets elevated modern style.

Though the new release has direct service jacket heritage, it also wouldn’t look out of place as an upscale Carhartt offering, thanks to its rugged roots and no-nonsense sensibility.

Tan zip-up jacket with brown corduroy collar and four front pockets worn over layered shirts. — Citizens of Humanity’s military-inspired style is designed with modern proportions and subtle structure.

Modern classic

Citizens of Humanity is known primarily as a Los Angeles premium denim brand focused on high-quality materials, vintage-inspired washes and excellent fit, but the brand’s outerwear is just as compelling as its jeans.

Tan zip-up jacket with brown corduroy collar and front and side pockets, shown from front and back. — Midweight construction and considered finishes make this jackets ideal for the transitional dressing of spring.

The Service Jacket, which released as part of the brand’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection, is a masterclass in pared-back styling, letting the classic features of the military-inspired jacket do the talking.

Side view of a person wearing a tan canvas jacket with a brown collar and dark jeans. — The Service Jacket’s understated design offers easy-wearing functionality and heritage cool.

The 100-percent cotton fabric is hand-sanded for a meticulous finish, while the corduroy collar adds heritage and texture.

The “Heirloom” colorway looks like a traditional khaki canvas but feels more like a heavyweight, durable bedford twill on the body.

Tan canvas jacket with brown corduroy collar and front chest pocket, partially zipped over a white shirt. — Reinforced stitching and traditional elements, like the corduroy collar, nod to the jacket’s military influences.

On-seam pockets add functionality and structure, while minimal chest pockets add just the right amount of additional storage. Button cuffs provide an adjustable fit.

Reinforced stitching and a zip front closure complete the jacket’s traditional styling.

Availability and pricing

The Service Jacket is available at Citizens of Humanity’s website now, retailing for $548.

Tan zip-up jacket with brown corduroy collar and front pockets.

Citizens of Humanity Service Jacket – Heirloom

$548 at Citizens of Humanity

About the Author: Hayley Helms is an associate editor at Gear Patrol specializing in outdoor gear. Once upon a time, she wrote for Men’s Journal, Gearjunkie and Shape. Whether it’s testing a new rain shell or putting a pair of hiking boots through its paces, she leaves no stone unturned (however, she always Leaves No Trace).

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