# Co-Branded Fighter Jackets uniform experiment and Alpha Industries Designed This Reversible Jacket By Riley von Niessen | Published 2017-01-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fighter-jacket References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2016/12/uniform-experiment-alpha-industries-new-year-ma-1-jacket) & [store.soph.net](http://store.soph.net/shop//?sdfsad) These patchwork fighter jackets from uniform experiment and Alpha Industries have a [patriotic theme](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket) that's well-suited to consumers with an appreciation for [timeless looks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aviator-jacket-1). As the [fighter jackets are reversible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reversible-sukajan-kimono), their wearer can swap back and forth between styles to bring more variety to their wardrobe. For one version, a white and navy American flag is included on the inside of one of the sleeves and a patch that states "U.E. NAVY" is featured on the chest. A label that states the same is shown on the upper arm of the sleeve and screen printed branding is included on the bottom of the back. The other version has a more athletic appearance, with no markings to be found on the front and only "UNIFORM" stated is bold lettering on the back. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 42% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Reversible Clothing:** The trend of reversible clothing allows consumers to have multiple styles in one garment. - **Patriotic Fashion:** Patriotic-themed fashion items appeal to consumers with a love for timeless looks and national pride. - **Patchwork Designs:** Patchwork designs offer an opportunity for unique and eye-catching fashion pieces. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the reversible clothing trend by offering a variety of options to cater to different customer preferences. - **Athletic Apparel:** The incorporation of athletic aesthetics in the reversible jacket presents an opportunity for the athletic apparel industry to tap into a new market segment. - **Custom Printing:** The patchwork designs and screen printed branding open up opportunities for custom printing businesses to collaborate with fashion brands and create unique products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Street Utility Rugged Styles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultra-violet-collection.md) - [Updated Military Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l2b-flight-jacket.md) - [Reimagined Signature Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bape-and-alpha-industries.md) - [Utility Field Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journal-standard-relume.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Two-Layer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-combat-2in1-jacket.md) - [Seasonal Tonal Bomber Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ma1-1.md) - [Spring-Ready Militaristic Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpha-industries-2.md) - [Heritage Varsity Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trends-of-varsity-jackets.md) - [Reworked Dance-Inspired Bombers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cwu-bomber.md)