Exhibition

Dressed For Duty: Fashion, Function and the British Army, 1800 – 2026

17 October - 13 December 2026
10:00am - 5:00pm

Explore two centuries of British Army style in The Keep Military Museum’s latest temporary exhibition.

Step into over two centuries of military style with Dressed For Duty: Fashion, Function and the British Army, 1800–2026, the latest temporary exhibition from The Keep Military Museum. Explore the evolution of British Army uniforms, from red coats to modern camouflage, and from cotton to Kevlar. Discover how military dress has influenced high fashion, everyday wear, and ceremonial display. Follow the journey of uniform design from concept to battlefield through prototypes, stores, and original garments. Featuring pieces from major collections, this immersive exhibition showcases over 200 years of functional and influential fashion, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

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