

1990s | U.S. Army | Desert Camouflage BDU Shirt - XL
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Description:
Item:
1990s U.S. Army desert camouflage BDU shirt in the three-colour desert pattern, with button-front fastening, four front utility pockets, fold-down collar, U.S. Army chest tape and American flag shoulder patch. Straight, boxy military cut designed to be worn as an overshirt or light field layer.
Era:
1990s
Brand:
U.S. Army
Condition:
Good vintage condition with signs of age and service wear throughout. Fabric shows natural fading, creasing and light marking consistent with use, while the pockets, patches and front fastening present well. The wear adds to the honest military character of the piece.
Provenance Note:
A strong late 20th-century U.S. Army desert camouflage shirt with the classic four-pocket BDU layout and three-colour desert pattern strongly associated with post-Gulf War U.S. military issue. The chest tape and flag patch give it clear service character, while the boxy overshirt cut makes it highly wearable as a casual field layer. A good military vintage piece with practical structure, visual history and everyday styling appeal.
Measurements:
Size on garment: M
Our modern sizing estimate: XL
Shoulder to shoulder: 19"
Pit to pit: 23"
Inner sleeve to cuff: 20"
Under collar to lower back: 29"
Condition Notes:
Please be aware. All our true vintage items come with a history, and minor signs of age, wear, or character should be expected. Any notable marks, damage, or repairs will always be clearly mentioned. This natural wear is part of what gives genuine vintage its individuality and authenticity. True vintage should not be confused with modern second-hand clothing
We photograph all garments using a professional, studio-grade imaging system designed to show colour, texture, and shape as accurately as possible. This setup was built specifically to give a true representation of each piece and avoid misleading presentation; however, we do not take photos of inside the garment. While we take great care in inspecting every piece, with true vintage it is always possible that a minor detail may be missed.
Sizing Notes:
Please compare these measurements to a similar item you already own, laid flat (rather than measuring your body). Start with pit-to-pit (chest), then check length. Vintage pieces can be cut boxier and shorter than modern equivalents, so the measurements listed are the best guide to fit.
Our modern sizing estimates are based on chest measurements using the following tee / shirt sizing scale:
31–34″ = XXS
35–36″ = XS
37–38″ = S
39–40″ = M
41–42″ = L
43–44″ = XL
45–46″ = XXL
47–48″ = 3XL
For jackets, knitwear, and padded outerwear, we grade one size down from the tee scale to allow for structure, lining, bulk, or layering.
Buying true vintage clothing:
When buying true vintage clothing, you are buying a piece of clothing as an investment. We believe most of our true vintage items will hold or increase in value in years to come. We hope you will cherish your purchase.
Returns:
We are an independent micro business, and return postage costs are the responsibility of the buyer.
For UK orders, you have 14 days from delivery to exercise your right to return, and a further 14 days to send the item back. For Europe and International orders, returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery.
Please see our returns policy page for full details.
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