Music Brand Ladies Cozy Rust Faux Suede Collarless Double Breasted Jacket

Chic rust faux Suede jacket. Perfect for layering. FEATURES: No Closure Double-breasted Machine Washable Light Weight No Flaws! MUSIC BRAND CLOTHING: A small or local label with limited online presence Alternatively, a vintage or discontinued line, with fewer records available HISTORY: Marching bands developed from military bands, which used music to signal commands and boost morale. Early band uniforms closely resembled European military jackets: high collars, brass buttons, epaulettes, and braided trim. The Prussian and British military styles (red coats, shakos, gold braiding) heavily influenced early band jackets. As marching bands spread into American schools and universities in the mid-to-late 1800s, uniforms became standard. Jackets were modeled after military dress coats — often wool with ornate braiding, cords, and metallic trim. These were designed to look sharp on parade and inspire school pride. Today – Tradition Meets Innovation Modern marching band jackets balance heritage (military-inspired cuts) with performance needs (breathable fabrics, moisture management). Some bands (like HBCU marching bands) keep strong ties to traditional military-style coats with ornate braid and detail. Others (especially drum corps and contemporary competitive bands) push into athletic-style jackets or costumes, sometimes abandoning military looks entirely for theme-based performances.