India is about to get a glimpse of what some call the “Armani of armour”.
A special range of light-weight bullet-proof clothing that can not only protect you from a would-be assassin but also make you look good.
It is the creation of Miguel Caballero, a Colombian designer, who first developed his bespoke range of clothing 16 years ago back home.
Not surprisingly, they were a big draw across Latin America among heads of state and businessmen facing the wrath of drug cartels.
There are even reports suggesting that Barack Obama wore one of his specially designed suits at his inauguration, something that Mr Caballero is understandably tight-lipped about.
“It’s all about being discreet,” he says.
His glossy production showcases his Black Collection – leather jackets, slim-line Italian business suits and polo shirts.
The Colombian couturier is presenting Indians with an entirely local look, special lightweight kurta-pyjamas – typical Indian cotton pants and tops worn by men and the high-collar Nehru jacket, favoured by politicians across the country.
And they’re a far cry from the traditional, bulky body armour favoured by police and military forces the world over, as well as politicians and journalists operating in dangerous areas.
What’s different is the traditional suits have Kevlar plates built-in which can weigh up to 7kg, so they are quite heavy and uncomfortable. His versions are trendy and a not as bulky
Although Mr Caballero will not disclose what his body armour is made of, he says they have been tested against a range of ballistic weapons, from revolvers to Uzi submachine guns.
[via BBC NEWS]
I wondered when they’d go the next step. And looking at the different options I found, they don’t look bad. In fact I would never of guessed they are bulletproof at all.
And as sort of a dig… And our troops in Iraq and struggling to hope to get the cheaper (Miguel Caballero costs around $4000 on up…) bulkier armor…
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