In September 1981, the world discovered a new hero, an archaeologist: Indiana Jones, in the film "Raiders of the Lost Ark".
At the time, this film was a shock: incredible action scenes, a seductive hero with a big heart, trips to the four corners of the world, all sprinkled with a comic aspect. It was the beginning of a myth.
Now, it's his clothes that I'm going to be interested in, obviously.
They had to meet precise specifications with the aim of being:
- Credible and practical in action scenes
- To include several “signature” and easily identifiable pieces
- Timeless, relatable (not a Star Wars costume, then) and consistent with Indy's profession as an archaeologist
The result was an instantly recognizable outfit that he would not take off for four films. :
- His unalterable hat, surrounded by many more or less proven stories
- His leather jacket, as adventurous as it is timeless, whose design was laborious
- His discreet but credible safari shirt
- Its rather cheap canvas belt, by the way
- His holster which contains his revolver (a Smith and Wesson most of the time)
- His “supersonic” whip (yes, yes!)
- His khaki pants with a very particular hem
- And his famous Aldens on his feet, with endless debates about the color and model
Herbert Johnson, Wested, Cooper, Magnoli, Adventure Bilt, David Morgan, Alden, these are just a handful of big names that have contributed to the unique style of our favorite adventurer. The only accessory I won't mention is his revolver, because I can't see myself recommending it in your outfits 🙂
In this video, I tell you about the behind the scenes of the Indiana Jones costume and I give my opinion on the possibility of wearing these pieces in "real" life.
Wearing Alden to work is fine, but what about his leather jacket? Or his shirt? That's what we're going to see together!
