Camouflage record
Portuguese Lizard
The Portuguese Lizard Camouflage (M1964 or m64) was developed in the 1960s for Portugal’s decolonization wars, particularly in Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea-Bissau. Designed for superior concealment in dense jungle and savanna environments, it features vertical dark green and brown stripes on a light green background, optimizing its effectiveness in wooded and tropical terrains. Inspired by the French TAP47 and TAP56 Lizard camouflages, the Portuguese variant was adapted to suit the combat needs of elite units such as paratroopers, commandos, and special forces.
Unlike its French predecessor, which had a more horizontal orientation, the vertical alignment of the Portuguese Lizard pattern was intended to reduce visibility when soldiers were moving upright through jungle foliage. The pattern continues to be used today by the Portuguese Marines (Fuzileiros) and remains one of the longest-serving camouflage designs in military history.
Portuguese Lizard · Hoodies and Sweatshirts
Portuguese Lizard Camo Hoodie
Portuguese Lizard Camo Hoodie
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The Portuguese Lizard Camo Hoodie pairs a relaxed, premium everyday silhouette with a soft cotton stretch fabric built for comfortable wear in casual settings and easy layering. The relaxed unisex fit with drop shoulders creates a clean drape through the body and sleeves, making it simple to throw on over tees or base layers without feeling restrictive. A spacious front pocket adds practical storage and hand warmth, while the all-over print delivers full-coverage camouflage character with a bold, terrain-driven palette.
Portuguese Lizard camouflage is defined by its distinctive “leaf-lizard” geometry: stacked, jagged vertical bands and broken, brush-like blocks that create strong directional disruption. Compared to softer, blob-based patterns, the lizard structure reads more graphic up close and more disruptive at range, using contrast and rhythm to fragment the outline through vegetation, shadow, and uneven ground. The result is a pattern with a classic military lineage and a highly recognizable visual language—hard-edged, naturalistic, and built around repeatable vertical movement that helps the print stay dynamic across a full garment.
A double-layer hood adds structure and warmth, with adjustable drawstrings for fit control in changing conditions. Self-fabric collar and cuffs help the hoodie keep its shape through regular wear, maintaining a consistent edge finish and stable fit over time.
Specs
- Camouflage: Portuguese Lizard
- 95% cotton, 5% elastane
- Fabric weight: 7.8 oz./yd.² (265 g/m²)
- Relaxed unisex fit with drop shoulders
- Double-layer hood with drawstrings
- Spacious front pocket
- Self-fabric collar and cuffs
- Blank product sourced from Mexico
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Camouflage record
Portuguese Lizard
The Portuguese Lizard Camouflage (M1964 or m64) was developed in the 1960s for Portugal’s decolonization wars, particularly in Angola, Mozambique, and Guinea-Bissau. Designed for superior concealment in dense jungle and savanna environments, it features vertical dark green and brown stripes on a light green background, optimizing its effectiveness in wooded and tropical terrains. Inspired by the French TAP47 and TAP56 Lizard camouflages, the Portuguese variant was adapted to suit the combat needs of elite units such as paratroopers, commandos, and special forces.
Unlike its French predecessor, which had a more horizontal orientation, the vertical alignment of the Portuguese Lizard pattern was intended to reduce visibility when soldiers were moving upright through jungle foliage. The pattern continues to be used today by the Portuguese Marines (Fuzileiros) and remains one of the longest-serving camouflage designs in military history.

Size Chart Pullover Hoodie
| Size | Chest Width | Length | Sleeve Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS | 20 | 27 ½ | 33 ½ |
| S | 21 | 28 | 34 ¼ |
| M | 22 | 28 ¾ | 35 |
| L | 24 | 29 ¾ | 35 ¾ |
| XL | 26 | 30 ½ | 36 ½ |
| 2XL | 28 | 31 ½ | 37 ¼ |
| 3XL | 30 | 32 ¼ | 38 |
| 4XL | 32 | 33 | 38 ¾ |
| 5XL | 34 | 33 ¾ | 39 ½ |
Measurements are listed in inches. Product measurements are taken with the garment laid flat; actual measurements may vary by up to 1 inch.
