# Lightweight Alpaca Jackets This Alpaca Jacket Was Made with Both Functionality and Design in Mind By Mishal Omar | Published 2016-10-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpaca-jacket References: [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1051801879/worlds-lightest-everyday-jacket-insulated-w-alpaca?ref=category_popular) This alpaca jacket, called the '[Eastern Air](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eastern-design)' was designed to be as functional and lightweight as possible. In the winter, jackets are an impossible clothing item not to have, but one of the problems with most jacket designs is that they tend to significantly prohibit mobility in those who wear them. The Eastern Air jacket is lightweight but can be worn during the coldest months of the year by both men and women. It has a [removable hood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scandinavian-edition-hood-jacket) and is made with a [black waterproof lining](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket) that has been stuffed with alpaca wool. This alpaca jacket could be an essential winter clothing item, as it works to increase warmth, convenience, comfort and functionality -- all while remaining stylish. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 89% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Functional Lightweight Jackets:** Designing jackets to be highly functional and lightweight for enhanced mobility. - **Alpaca Wool Clothing:** Using alpaca wool in clothing to provide warmth and comfort during the winter months. - **Removable Hood Design:** Incorporating removable hoods in jackets for adjustable style and convenience. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to create functional and stylish lightweight jackets using innovative materials. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Opportunity for outdoor apparel companies to tap into the market demand for highly functional and mobility-friendly winter clothing. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to explore the use of alpaca wool in winter clothing to offer superior warmth and comfort. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Textured Alpaca Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boucl-alpaca-dropped-shoulder-aviator-jacket.md) - [Adventurous Alpine-Ready Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/houdini-moonwalk-houdi.md) - [Aerogel-Insulated Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacepeak-jacket.md) - [Alpaca Wool Fleece Sweaters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pakacloud-fleece.md) - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md) - [Adaptable Stretching Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolrich-bering-down-jacket.md) - [Technical Street Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanga-and-saturdays-nyc.md) - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md) - [Performance Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zero-restrictions-summit-jacketi.md)