# Glass-Inspired Reflective Outerwear The Zap Commuter Jacket Reflects Light Without Using Batteries By Tiffany | Published 2014-01-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/commuter-jacket References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2014/01/glittering-bike-jacket.html) & [vimeo](http://vimeo.com/83873911) In the growing competition in the [fashion design industry](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragment-1) in creating cutting edge garments and products, multinational performance apparel manufacturer Sugoi has created [Zap Commuter Jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reflected-bag) for cyclists that cycle through streets at night. The jacket isn't the ordinary jacket that is fitted with straps of nylon glowing material featured on the jacket, it is actually made from highly reflective glass pixels that transform the jacket into a reflective shield during the night. The jacket is made with the cyclist in mind; while it looks completely normal during the day, the jacket sticks out like a sore thumb during the night to keep the rider safe from incoming traffic. The glass pixels on the jacket were screen printed, which means that the jacket eliminates the need for batteries or any other form of accessories. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Glass-inspired Outerwear:** Innovative apparel using glass technology as a reflective material - **Sustainable Clothing Innovation:** Developing eco-friendly clothing options that do not require batteries - **Smart Clothing for Safety:** Integrating technology and clothing to enhance safety while on the roads ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion Design:** Creating cutting-edge, innovative clothing designs that use cutting-edge technology - **Sportswear Manufacturing:** Developing high-performance, safety-focused apparel for cyclists and other active individuals - **Green Technology:** Exploring eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to traditional clothing materials ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Protective Silver-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shielding-jacket.md) - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md) - [Infrared Light-Converted Warm Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/downless-down-jacket.md) - [Protective Cut-Proof Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket.md) - [Space-Tech Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elysium-blue-jacket.md) - [Transparent Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solament.md) - [Tech-Visible Bike Reflectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman.md) - [All-Weather Travel Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpargali-jacket.md) - [Recycled Tire Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se.md)