# Punk-Informed Anniversary Apparel Babylon LA Works with Bad Brains on a Collaborative Collection By Amy Duong | Published 2022-04-14 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/babylon-la-2 References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/4/babylon-la-bad-brains-capsule-info) Babylon LA works in collaboration with Bad Brains on a collection of apparel that is centered on [punk themes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-war-of-the-three-kingdoms) to honor the [40-year anniversary](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mr-brothers-cut-club) of the American rock band. The band is recognized for its element of hip-hop, soul, and funk-infused into its music. To capture that special energy, the capsule collection is full of pieces such as woven blankets, [graphic tees, jackets, and hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-x-babymonster). There are signature graphics including edgy texts and the brand's notable lighting striking the US Captial emblem seen on the wearables. The most notable piece in the range is the jackets that are designed in black but brought to a bold space with the gold and red logo accents. Another notable piece is the limited edition DESTROY BABYLON statue that has the Bad Brains lion on it. Image Credit: Babylon LA ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Punk-influenced Apparel:** Brands can collaborate with punk musicians to create apparel collections that showcase their unique style and influence. - **Graphic-heavy Collections:** Designers can create limited edition collections featuring bold graphics and statements to attract consumers looking for unique fashion pieces. - **Limited Edition Collectibles:** Artists and brands can collaborate to create limited edition art pieces and collectibles that are attractive to fans and collectors alike. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can collaborate with musicians to create unique collections that appeal to a wide range of consumers. - **Music:** Musicians can work with clothing brands to create merchandise collections that showcase their unique style and influence. - **Art:** Artists and clothing brands can collaborate to create limited edition art pieces and collectibles that appeal to fans and collectors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Legacy Artist-Themed T-Shirts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gap-1.md) - [Iconic Band Apparel Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-2.md) - [Sporty Collaborative Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/born-x-raised-1.md) - [Rapper-Honoring Fall Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tupac-shakur-estate.md) - [Music-Themed Apparel Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackpink-and-fragment.md) - [Music-Inspired Collaborative Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pleasures-and-reebok-1.md) - [Graphic Tee Rap Tributes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/de-la-soul-x-levis.md) - [Dark Superhero Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection.md) - [LA-Inspired Lifestyle Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-blue.md)