# Head-Turning Helmets Diesel's Hot Shot Helmets By Tisah Tucknott | Published 2009-05-20 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesels-helmets References: [ohgizmo](http://www.ohgizmo.com/2009/04/27/diesel-motorcycle-helmets-will-make-you-look-like-a-fighter-pilot/) & [diesel](http://www.diesel.com/collection/diesel-lifestyle/helmets/) [Diesel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diesel-3)’s new collection of motorcycle helmets are as cool as they are practical. These Air Force-styled helmets feature a stitched neck protector and a padded lining that is both removable and washable. The style of these flashy Diesel motorcycle helmets comes from an aeronautical military design, and was created in collaboration with AGV. **Implications** - The recession caused many commuters to ditch their gas-guzzling SUVs and sedans in favor of more eco-friendly rides such as bicycles and motorcycles. These consumers still yearn for the personalization that a car offers, and to respond to this need, designers are increasingly creating [aesthetically pleasing helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiko-kostadinov-x-fox-lab) and jackets for riders that offer protection and a way to express their personal style. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 46% | Activity: 92% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Personalized Motorcycle Gear:** Designers are creating aesthetically pleasing helmets and jackets for riders that offer protection and a way to express their personal style. - **Eco-friendly Transportation Accessories:** As more consumers choose eco-friendly rides like bicycles and motorcycles, designers are responding with practical and stylish accessories. - **Collaborative Design in Fashion:** The collaboration between Diesel and AGV showcases the trend of fashion brands partnering with specialized manufacturers to create innovative products. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Motorcycle Gear:** The motorcycle gear industry can seize the opportunity to create more personalized and stylish options for riders. - **Transportation Accessories:** With the growing demand for eco-friendly transportation, there is a potential for the transportation accessories industry to offer functional and fashionable gear. - **Fashion and Design:** Collaborative design in fashion presents an opportunity for fashion brands and specialized manufacturers to create unique and innovative products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sleek Full-Face Moto Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supertech-r10-launch-edition-helmet.md) - [Augmented Reality Motorcyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-eyelights-gtair-3-smart.md) - [Collaboration Sport Use Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malle-x-nexx-atp-helmet.md) - [Connected Motorcycle Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shoei-opticson-smart-motorcycle-helmet.md) - [Road-Ready Disco Ball Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disco2disco-disco-ball-helmet.md) - [E-Bike-Centric Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pedelec-2-ace.md) - [Oceanic Recycled Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shellmet-helmet.md) - [Aerodynamic Professional Cyclist Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerohead-ii.md) - [Electric Bicycle Helmet Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebike-helmet.md)