# Mountain Heritage-Themed Futuristic Apparel Haglöfs Unveils the IC3 Collection for the FW21 Season By Amy Duong | Published 2021-09-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ic3-collection References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/9/haglofs-nigel-cabourn-collaboration-fw21-release-info) British outerwear brand [Haglöfs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haglfs) works in collaboration with Nigel Cabourn to launch the IC3 collection designed specifically for the Fall/Winter 2021 season. The pieces honor both the brand's mountain heritage and the rich history of its expertise. The specific inspiration steam from the 107-year history of Haglöfs, giving off retro-futuristic design languages. It is rooted in a rich history and progressive design and methods of construction. It dices into Haglöfs archival designs, with a focus on 1853 and the notable Everest expedition with Sir Edmond Hillary. The IC3 Down Parka is a notable piece in the capsule made with new design detailing and high-performance fabrication. The rest of the capsule also features materials such as [Polartec](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gramicci-fallwinter), [GORE-TEX](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-hardwear-reissue-capsule), and down. Image Credit: Haglöfs ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.7/10 - Popularity: 49% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 10% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro-futuristic Design:** There is an opportunity to create apparel that combines old and new design elements to create unique styles and appeal to nostalgic and contemporary consumers alike. - **Heritage-inspired Fashion:** Brands can explore their history and traditions to create apparel that honors their heritage while appealing to modern consumers. - **High-performance Materials:** The use of innovative and sustainable materials can create apparel that is both functional and environmentally conscious, providing an opportunity to attract socially responsible consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Apparel:** The apparel industry can explore new design and material innovations to stand out in a crowded market and meet the demand for unique, sustainable, and high-performance clothing. - **Outdoor Recreation:** The outdoor recreation industry can leverage the popularity of heritage-inspired and high-performance apparel to offer functional and stylish options for consumers who enjoy outdoor activities. - **Retail:** Retailers can differentiate themselves by offering exclusive collaborations and limited-edition collections that tap into consumers' nostalgia and desire for innovative and sustainable apparel. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Adventure-Ready Trail Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haglfs.md) - [Alpine Couture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-and-cecilie-bahnsen.md) - [Fall-Ready Explorative Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-heritage.md) - [Alpine Winter Tech Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-geography-of-time.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Outdoor Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandus-aw25-heritage-collection.md) - [Winterized Technical Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/222-winter.md) - [Refined Spring-Centric Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reimagined-icons.md) - [Archival Spring-Ready Gorp Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capsule-241.md) - [Archival-Inspired Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martine-rose-and-napapijr.md)