# Soace-Inspired Bomber Jackets PINTRILL and Alpha Industries Join on the CWU 45/P Space Race Jacket By Amy Duong | Published 2019-07-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cwu-45p-space-race References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/7/pintrill-alpha-industries-fall-winter-2019-collection) & [pintrill](https://www.pintrill.com/collections/space/products/alpha-industries-cwu-45-p-nasa-flight-jacket) PINTRILL works in collaboration with [Alpha Industries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-violet-collection) to create the special [CWU](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cwu-bomber) 45/P Space Race flight jacket in celebration of the [Apollo 11](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-moon-colorway) anniversary. This year marks 50 years since Apollo 11 and the collaborative project honors the special 1969 space race that occurred between America's Buzz Aldrin and Neil Armstrong and Societ Union's cosmonauts. The limited-edition flight jacket features a black base foundation and is adorned in a plethora of badges that are designed with inspiration drawn from the historic event's merchandise, posters, and stamps. The signature zi[-pull is found on the left arm as a branding accent of Alpha Industries with a slight difference, reading "WE COME IN PEACE" on a tag right beside the classic "REMOVE BEFORE FLIGHT." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Space-inspired Fashion:** Opportunity for other brands to create apparel and accessories influenced by space exploration. - **Collaborative Projects:** Emerging trend of brands teaming up to create limited-edition items that pay homage to significant historical events. - **Retro Merchandise Revival:** Demand for nostalgic products inspired by iconic moments in history like the Apollo 11 mission. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion industry can capitalize on the space theme by incorporating elements of space exploration into their designs. - **Memorabilia:** Memorabilia industry has an opportunity to create collectible items related to the Apollo 11 anniversary. - **Collaborative Branding:** Branding and marketing agencies can assist in creating collaborative projects between brands to enhance brand recognition and consumer engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Anniversary Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-ricksons-x-porter.md) - [Street Utility Rugged Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-violet-collection.md) - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md) - [Space-Tech Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elysium-blue-jacket.md) - [Seasonal Tonal Bomber Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma1-1.md) - [Updated Military Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l2b-flight-jacket.md) - [Reworked Dance-Inspired Bombers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cwu-bomber.md) - [Water-Resistant Hooded Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intuitive-machines-lunar-launch.md) - [Reimagined Signature Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-alpha-industries.md)