# Optical Illusion Raingear Hooded Mackinaw Jacket Appears Demi From a Distance By Christina Butty | Published 2009-10-16 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hooded-mackinaw-jacket References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2009/10/mountain-research-hooded-mackinaw/) & [zozo.jp](http://zozo.jp/shop/dedue/goods.html?gid=441538&did=&cid=1760) When I saw the Hooded Mackinaw jacket from [Mountain Research](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-fleece-jacket) I had to stop and take a closer look. The 2009 version of the Hooded Mackinaw jacket comes in two tones, but the colors are severely cut horizontally. As a result the jacket appears belly-grazing in the photos from a distance. Considering that Mountain Research made this jacket for men, I’m not sure that’s a good thing. But here it is anyway. The Hooded Mackinaw 2009 jacket comes in [three color combinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-bandits-midtown-denim-jacket): beige/orange, beige/red and beige/blue. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Optical Illusion Fashion:** Developing clothing designs that create visual illusions can create unique and attention-grabbing pieces. - **Horizontal Color Blocking:** Using horizontal color blocking techniques can create eye-catching patterns and visual effects in fashion. - **Illusionary Photo Styling:** Exploring photography techniques that create optical illusions can add intrigue and excitement to product images. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate optical illusions and unique design techniques to create innovative and visually striking garments. - **Photography:** Photography professionals can experiment with illusionary techniques to capture photos that create interesting and captivating visuals. - **Retail:** Retailers can capitalize on the trend of optical illusion fashion by stocking and promoting these unique and attention-grabbing products in their stores. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Remixed Workwear Street Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borness-mack.md) - [Chic Scandinavian-Style Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scandinavian-edition-hood-jacket.md) - [Militant Springtime Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket.md) - [Boxy Botanical Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garden-jacket.md) - [Layered Heritage Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scout-jacket.md) - [Celebratory Mountain-Ready Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-mountain-jacket.md) - [Technical Urban Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/short-down-jacket.md) - [Contemporary Menswear Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-menswear-brand.md) - [Ultra-Warm 3D Baffling Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-diamond-fuse-jacket.md)