# Style-Conscious Waterproof Workwear The Carhartt WIP GORE-TEX INFINIUM Capsule is Durable By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-03-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-goretex-infinium References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/3/carhartt-work-in-progress-wip-gore-tex-infinium-ss20-capsule) & [usrhartt-wip](https://us.carhartt-wip.com/collections/men-featured-1) The Carhartt WIP GORE-TEX INFINIUM capsule collection is a new range of garments from the iconic [workwear brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sacai-x-carhartt-wip) that builds on its Spring/Summer 2020 collection to offer wearers products that are ready for spring weather. The collection includes two outerwear styles as well as a five-panel hat, which are all characterized by their ability to withstand the elements. This is thanks to the namesake GORE-TEX in the composition that helps to enhance the products' [resistance to water, wind](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-and-goretex) and other elements the wearer might encounter in the spring weather. The Carhartt WIP GORE-TEX INFINIUM capsule collection is available from the Carhartt WIP website, global flagship locations and stockists with the lime jacket only available online or at the New York store. Imager Credit: Carhartt WIP ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 57% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Style-conscious Workwear:** Opportunity for brands to create workwear that combines durability with fashionable design. - **Weather-resistant Fashion:** Opportunity to develop fashion collections that are specifically designed to withstand various weather conditions. - **Advanced Material Integration:** Opportunity to explore the integration of innovative materials, such as GORE-TEX, into different apparel categories. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Retail:** Opportunity for fashion retailers to capitalize on the growing demand for stylish yet weather-resistant workwear. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Opportunity for outdoor apparel brands to enhance their product offerings with advanced materials for improved weather protection. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Opportunity for textile manufacturers to develop innovative fabrics and materials that offer high performance and durability in extreme weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Workwear Spring Line](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-springsummer-2026.md) - [Workwear Hybrid Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sacai-x-carhartt-wip.md) - [Exploration-Themed Joint Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-exploration.md) - [Remixed Workwear Street Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borness-mack.md) - [Tactical Weatherproof Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-fallwinter-2024-collection.md) - [Workwear Brand Homeware Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-wip-homeware.md) - [Women's Workwear Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carhartt-1.md) - [Element-Ready Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-goretex.md) - [Hi-Fi Streetwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/record-bar-x-carhartt-wip.md)