During World War 1, the Swedish army wore a uniform primarily composed of a dark blue tunic and trousers. The tunic featured four pockets on the front and was typically closed with five brass buttons. The collar and cuffs were made of black wool, and the shoulder straps were also black with a small brass button. The trousers were straight leg and had two large cargo pockets on the thighs.
The headgear consisted of a peaked cap made of brown-grey wool with a black leather visor and chinstrap. On the cap was a badge or emblem indicating the wearer's rank and unit.
Outdoor gear included a grey greatcoat made of wool with a half-belt in the back, knee-length boots, and leather or cloth gloves. Cold weather gear included a fur hat and coat, as well as woolen socks and mittens.
The Swedish army also had a summer uniform option, which consisted of a light brown uniform jacket and trousers made of linen or cotton. These were usually worn with a peaked cap and canvas boots.
Overall, the Swedish WW1 uniform was designed for practicality and durability, while also incorporating traditional military style elements such as brass buttons and unit emblems.
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