# Suit of Armor Sweaters The Grey Knight Armored Hoodie Harks Back to a Time of Chivalry By Meghan Young | Published 2012-06-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-knight-armored-hoodie References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2012/06/12/suit-of-armor-hoodie/) & [knighthoodies](http://www.knighthoodies.com) With the popularity of such medieval novels and tv shows as 'Game of Thrones,' it is no surprise why the maker of the Grey Knight Armored Hoodie had to go temporarily offline in order to deal with the overwhelming demand it has received. As its name suggests, the [hoodie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khl-dynawool-skuba-hoody) resembles a [suit of armor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mek-magnet-ugly-sweater-armor), the kind that knights would wear. Conceived by [Etsy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dropshop) seller Chadwick John DIllon, the Grey Knight Armored Hoodie boasts a fully retractable face plate and visor hood with a fixed breast plate, spauldrons and elbow couters. Durable, comfortable and completely unique, the designer writes, "The Grey Knight has proven valor and his cause is just. Wear this armor and show your quality." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Medieval Fashion:** The trend of incorporating medieval elements in fashion is growing, especially with TV shows like 'Game of Thrones,' and presents opportunities for businesses in costume design and modern armor fashion. - **Nostalgic Armor-inspired Clothing:** The popularity of the Grey Knight Armored Hoodie indicates a growing trend in nostalgic armor-inspired clothing, which presents opportunities for businesses in the fashion and cosplay industries. - **Functional Fashion:** The Grey Knight Armored Hoodie demonstrates the growing trend of functional fashion, where people are looking for clothing that is both fashionable and practical and presents opportunities for businesses in the outdoor and adventure apparel industries. ### Who This Affects Most - **Costume Design:** The trend of incorporating medieval elements in fashion presents opportunities for businesses in costume design, particularly for creating armor-inspired clothing for cosplay events and movie productions. - **Fashion:** The popularity of the Grey Knight Armored Hoodie indicates a growing trend in nostalgic armor-inspired clothing, which presents opportunities for businesses in the fashion and cosplay industries. - **Outdoor and Adventure Apparel:** The growing trend of functional fashion presents opportunities for businesses in the outdoor and adventure apparel industries, as people are looking for clothing that is both fashionable and practical for outdoor activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra-Dense Fabric Diver Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-deep-sea-diver-hoodie.md) - [Performance Fleece Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-sea-diver.md) - [Protective Cut-Proof Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket.md) - [Film-Inspired Graphic Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-dark-knight-collection.md) - [Festive Sweater Vests](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fandomspecific-sweater-vests.md) - [Superhero-inspired Stealthy Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solander-batman.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md) - [Four-Way Stretch Wool Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khl-dynawool-skuba-hoody.md) - [Seasonal Sweater Vehicle Protectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mek-magnet-ugly-sweater-armor.md)