Qantas today unveiled the latest pilot uniform for its almost 3,000 domestic, international and regional pilots.

Created by Australian fashion designer Martin Grant, the navy suit is modern and sleek, with nostalgic design features linking back to the first Qantas pilot uniforms from the 1930s.

The new look is a modern, single-breasted, navy suit in a streamlined cut with a narrow trouser for males, and a more feminine version for women, including a specific female tie. The fabric is lighter, the shirt is more fitted and the gold stripes used to define rank are finer to give a more elegant look. The back of the jacket also features a red vent to add a splash of colour.

Paying tribute to the quintessential nautical-style uniform, the hat is navy with a waterproof white top -- important for conducting the pre-flight aircraft walk around in all weather. The gold embroidered hat badge has been simplified using the Qantas Roo logo -- the iconic symbol first introduced in 1947 to coincide with Qantas' first services through to London. The symbol also features on the new wing badge, which has been updated in gold embroidery.

Based on the iconic Qantas trench, a water resistant trench coat in bonded lightweight wool for pilots has also been introduced - giving it the practical aspect whilst maintaining the chic, tailored quality.

New uniform fittings will begin in July, with all pilots wearing the new design by the end of 2016.

More than 50 Qantas pilots along with cabin crew walked the fashion runway today to showcase the new uniforms to 400 guests. A special thank you to sponsors R.M. Williams, Christian Louboutin, Breitling, Kevin Murphy, Napoleon Perdis, Byron Bay Cookies and Santa Vittoria.