# Ripstop Hooded Down Parkas Stone Island's Funnel Hood Down Parka is Its Newest Heavy Down Jacket By Amy Duong | Published 2019-10-29 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/funnel-hood References: [fuckingawesomestore](https://fuckingawesomestore.com/) & [matchesfashion](https://www.matchesfashion.com/us/products/1302018) Technical fashion label Stone Island introduces a new item to its Fall/Winter 2019 roster with the 'Funnel Hood Down Parka.' it is set to contribute to the brand's Shadow Project and it marks the label's latest [heavy down outerwear design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/down-hood). Notably, the jacket is complete in a captivating [DPM Chine ripstop fabrication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-bonnington-puffer-jacket) in a specifically created camouflage pattern throughout the entire design. This blends a color palette of grayscale tones, red, and purple with a plethora of detailing that contributes to an utilitarian design aesthetics. Some of these components include the [detachable funnel hood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khl-firestorm), the hand gaiters, stowable neck gaiter, straps found on the inside, and much more. The lightweight element of the jacket is delivered by the wool-polyester blend ripstop that is accompanied by an anti-drop formula to repel any water and dirt. Image Credit: MATCHESFASHION ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 42% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Luxury Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxuryfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Technical Fashion:** Opportunity for innovative collaborations between fashion designers and technology companies to create smart clothing with advanced functionality. - **Heavy Down Outerwear:** Potential for advanced insulation technologies to enhance the warmth and comfort of heavy down jackets. - **Utilitarian Design Aesthetics:** Room for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by combining utilitarian features with stylish designs. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to incorporate technical fabrics and functional design elements into their collections. - **Textiles:** Chance for textile manufacturers to develop advanced ripstop fabrics with enhanced durability and performance. - **Outdoor Gear:** Potential for outdoor gear companies to collaborate with fashion brands to create stylish yet functional outerwear for outdoor enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subterranean-Inspired Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-marina-aw25.md) - [Satellite Imagery Winter Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-earth-mapping-camouflage.md) - [Technical Street Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nanga-and-saturdays-nyc.md) - [Body-Mapped All-Weather Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-parka.md) - [Surplus Fabric Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-utility-flo.md) - [Performance-Driven Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/down-hood.md) - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md) - [Minimal Extreme-Cold Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asgard-down-parka.md) - [Ultra-Warm 3D Baffling Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-diamond-fuse-jacket.md)