# Auto-Ventilating Knit Fashion Adaptive Survival Clothing by Jacqueline Nanne Regulates Temperature By Meghan Young | Published 2014-03-05 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adaptive-survival-clothing References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/03/responsive-clothing-temperature-adaptation.html) & [wearablesenses.net](http://wearablesenses.net/adaptive-survival-clothing/) The Adaptive Survival Clothing boasts a unique [knitted pattern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-regenerative-wool) that helps to regulate the wearer's temperature. Created with surviving in the wilderness in mind, it tackles one of the most important factor: warmth. During the day, hiking, the sun and other similar considerations may keep people's bodies warm, but as soon as night falls, a whole new set of problems arise. The Adaptive Survival Clothing addresses one of them. Designed by Jacqueline Nanne, the Adaptive Survival Clothing elaborates on the [thermoregulation properties of wool](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-kite-jacket). It boasts a series of holes that open and close depending on a person's movements. According to Psfk, "Each of the three layers have been treated with Nitinol, a temperature-sensitive memory wire, to ensure quick response to [temperature fluctuations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wati)." This added feature helps adventurers enjoy the outdoors more comfortably. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Smart Survival Clothing:** Opportunity to develop adaptive clothing lines equipped with Nitinol and other smart fabrics to regulate body temperature and improve comfort during outdoor activities. - **Temperature-sensitive Textiles:** Advancements in textiles and materials that react to temperature fluctuations will open doors to new applications and innovations in the apparel industry. - **Athletic Wear Innovations:** Incorporating smart textiles like Nitinol into athletic wear can improve performance and comfort for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts alike. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Apparel:** Manufacturers of outdoor clothing and camping gear can develop products that provide better thermoregulation to meet the needs of adventurers and survivalists in harsh outdoor environments. - **Smart Fabric Manufacturing:** Companies involved in smart fabric manufacturing can capitalize on the demand for textiles that react to the wearer's body temperature to develop new and innovative products across various industries. - **Athletic Wear Manufacturing:** Manufacturers of athletic wear can integrate smart fabrics and temperature-sensitive materials into their products to create high-performance apparel for athletes and outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Experimental Programmable Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/programmable-clothing.md) - [Adaptive Inflatable Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-milano-jacket.md) - [Thermal Layering Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlos-heattech.md) - [Thermal Stress-Monitoring Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mij-technology.md) - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md) - [Ethical Merino Wool Clothing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knit-kite-jacket.md) - [Convertible Shelter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shelter-wear.md) - [Practical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastern-design.md) - [Advanced Technology Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoona-heated-jacket.md)