# Fighter Pilot-Inspired Apparel maharishi Unveils Its New 'Experimental Flight' Collection By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2022-08-11 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/experimental-flight References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2022/8/maharishi-autumn-winter-22-experimental-flight-collection) & [maharishistore](https://www.maharishistore.com/) London-based fashion brand [maharishi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wave-prophecy-ls-1) has unveiled its Fall/Winter 2022 collection dubbed 'Experimental Flight.' According to the brand, the capsule draws inspiration from the apparel worn by 50s-era [fighter pilots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l2b-flight-jacket), in particular, those that flew the Convair B-58 Huster -- an American fighter jet. As a result, the collection consists of an ensemble of [retro utility pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/episode-7-collection), including a loose-fit overshirt, olive and dark teal t-shirts, relaxed-fit track pants, and a robust parka silhouette. Many of the pieces feature zippers, extra-large pockets, and tough materials. For example, even the collection's t-shirts come with angled zip pockets on their chests. The new collection comes on the heels of maharishi's recent collaboration with legendary New York-based graffiti artist EARSNOT, which resulted in a capsule that combined rainbow patterns with similarly utility-focused designs. Image Credit: Maharishi ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 68% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Fighter Pilot-inspired Apparel:** Opportunity for innovative fashion brands to incorporate military-inspired designs and utilitarian features into their collections. - **Retro Utility Pieces:** Potential to revive and modernize vintage clothing and utility gear with contemporary materials and finishes. - **Collaborative Capsules:** Growing trend of collaborations between fashion designers and artists to produce unique limited-edition collections. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Maharishi's new collection highlights the potential for fashion brands to incorporate military-inspired designs and utilitarian features into their clothing lines. - **Military Apparel:** Opportunity for military apparel companies to modernize their vintage designs and collaborate with fashion and art brands to expand their customer base. - **Art and Design:** Increased demand for collaborations between fashion and art brands highlights the potential for the art and design industry to expand into new industries and produce unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aviation-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-racing-club.md) - [Militaristic Winter-Ready Bag Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malice-bags.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) - [Utility Street Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-x-neighborhood.md) - [Streetwear-Informed Sporty Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arsenal-football-club-and-maharishi.md) - [Reworked Dance-Inspired Bombers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cwu-bomber.md) - [Classic Fall-Ready Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mki-miyuki-zoku-11.md) - [Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5.md)