How to Wear & Care for Concealable Body Armor

How to Wear Bulletproof Jackets

Learn how to properly wear and care for your Innocent Armor® gear. Designed for everyday wear — built to perform under real-world conditions.

  • Ensure ballistic panels are properly positioned inside the jacket before wearing
  • Align the overlapping front panels so they sit flat and centered across your torso
  • Insert the zipper tab fully and zip the jacket smoothly from bottom to top
  • If resistance is felt, guide the zipper base with one hand while pulling with the other to prevent misalignment
  • Always zip the jacket fully to maintain proper coverage across vital areas
  • After putting on, adjust the jacket so it sits naturally and comfortably on your body

FitTec® technology is designed for a tailored fit and may require a short break-in period to achieve optimal comfort.

How to Wear Bulletproof T-Shirts

Built for discreet protection without changing how you dress or move throughout your day.

  • • Fully unzip both side zippers before putting on the shirt
  • • Pull the shirt over your head as you would a normal T-shirt
  • • Align the front and back panels so they sit flat against your body
  • • Starting on one side, hold the fabric near the zipper base and zip downward smoothly
  • • Repeat on the opposite side, ensuring both zippers are fully secured
  • • Make small adjustments so the panels sit evenly and comfortably across your torso

Proper alignment ensures consistent overlap protection while maintaining a natural, low-profile fit.

How to Wear a Concealable Bulletproof Vest

Designed for traditional concealable vests with adjustable straps worn discreetly under clothing.

  • Fully loosen all shoulder and side straps before putting on the vest
  • Place the vest over your head, ensuring the front panel is positioned correctly on your chest
  • Adjust the shoulder straps to set the proper height of the front and rear panels
  • Secure one side strap first, then the other, ensuring even tension on both sides
  • Adjust for a snug but comfortable fit — the vest should feel secure without restricting breathing
  • When standing, position the bottom of the vest approximately 2 inches above your belt line
  • Sit down and check comfort — the vest should not ride up toward the throat
  • Make final adjustments as needed to maintain proper positioning and comfort throughout movement

Proper adjustment ensures full coverage of vital areas while maintaining comfort for extended daily wear.

Care Instructions for Bulletproof Apparel

Proper care helps maintain performance, comfort, and long-term reliability of your ballistic system.

Ballistic Panels

  • Always remove ballistic panels before cleaning the garment
  • Do not machine wash, hand wash, or submerge ballistic panels in water
  • Clean panels using a damp cloth or sponge only
  • Allow panels to air dry completely before reinserting

Garment (Carrier / Outerwear / T-Shirts)

  • Machine wash cold with mild detergent
  • Do not bleach or use harsh chemicals
  • Turn garment inside out before washing to preserve fabric and finish
  • Air dry recommended to maintain shape, fit, and durability
  • Do not tumble dry on high heat

Storage

  • Store ballistic panels flat in a cool, dry environment
  • Avoid folding, bending or creasing panels unnecessarily
  • Jackets and outerwear may be hung; lightweight carriers and T-shirts should be stored flat
  • Avoid prolonged exposure to heat, moisture, or direct sunlight

Important Notes

  • Do not modify, cut, or alter ballistic panels or carriers
  • Inspect your gear periodically for signs of wear or damage
  • Proper care helps ensure consistent performance and extended product life

FAQs

Orders are processed within 24 hours of being placed. If we have any questions or concerns about your order, we will notify you within 24–48 hours.

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay, ShopPay and Amazon Pay.

For security, Innocent Armor never sees or stores your payment information.

Most orders ship from our U.S. facility within 1 business day, with a same-day cutoff of 1 PM Pacific Time.

Shipping options:

    •    Ground: 1–5 business days

    •    2-Day: available at checkout

Note: Body armor cannot be shipped to New York or Connecticut due to state restrictions.

If an item is temporarily out of stock due to high demand, we will notify you within 24 hours with an estimated restock date or alternative options.

We accept returns or exchanges within 14 days of delivery.

Items must be unworn, unused, and returned in original packaging.

    •    Return shipping is the customer’s responsibility.

    •    A 15% restocking fee applies to refunds (not exchanges).

    •    Innocent Armor does not accept returns on worn garments.

To request a return or exchange, email info@innocentarmor.co with:

• Order number

• Item you’d like to return/exchange

• Reason for return

If your order arrives damaged or incorrect, contact us at info@innocentarmor.co within 24 hours of delivery.

We will send a free prepaid return label and ship the corrected item at no cost.

Ballistic panels can be removed for cleaning.

For all carriers (shirts, vests and jackets):

    1.    Ensure hook-and-loop fasteners are closed.

    2.    Machine wash cold on delicate or permanent press (approx. 120°F).

    3.    Use low-suds detergent.

    4.    Do not use bleach.

    5.    Tumble dry on low or hang dry.

Each product page includes specific sizing guidelines.

For best fit, measure your chest and torso according to the charts on each item.

If you need assistance with sizing, email info@innocentarmor.co — we’ll help you choose the right size.

Yes. All ballistic panels are certified at NIJ-certified laboratories and tested to meet NIJ Level IIIA standards.

In addition to formal NIJ testing, we have over 34 independent field tests conducted by former law enforcement, military personnel, and industry professionals. These real-world tests include handgun impacts, angle shots, movement scenarios, and durability assessments — all publicly available for transparency.

▶ Watch our independent test videos on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@bulletproofliving

Our soft armor is NIJ Level IIIA certified, the highest protection rating for soft body armor. Level IIIA is tested to stop most handgun rounds, including high-velocity threats such as:

    •    9mm

    •    .357 Magnum

    •    .357 SIG

    •    .44 Magnum

Additional details:

    •    Level IIIA is the same protection level commonly used by law enforcement.

    •    It is designed for concealable, everyday-wear armor.

    •    Soft armor does not stop rifle fire.

For rifle protection, a hard armor plate (Level III or Level IV) is required.

Body armor sales cannot be shipped to residents of:

    •    New York

    •    Connecticut

We also cannot ship internationally unless the customer meets all export regulations.

If you are an international customer, please email us before placing an order.

All ballistic panels include a 5–8 year warranty from the manufacturing date.

Warranty is void if:

    •    The product is modified

    •    Cleaning instructions are not followed

    •    The garment is misused or intentionally damaged

If you believe your product has a defect, email info@innocentarmor.co with photos and your order number.

Yes. Innocent Armor soft armor is TSA-approved and allowed in both checked and carry-on luggage.