# Upcycled Vintage Militaristic Cardigans KAPITAL Delivers Utiliarian Layers with the Journey Remake By Amy Duong | Published 2019-11-06 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/journey-remake References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2019/10/kapital-chino-cotton-knit-game-cardigan-journey-remake-release) & [kapital-webshop.jp](https://www.kapital-webshop.jp/item/K1909KN037.html) Japanese streetwear brand KAPITAL introduces its new Journey Remake Chino Cotton Knit Game Cardigan series that is full of [upcycled layering goods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke). The sweaters are designed from an angle that explores [militaristic vintage designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket), delivering a color palette of black and olive green. The cardigans are paneling with both smooth chino textiles and [soft cotton materials](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grey-bandits-phoebe-cardigan). The utilitarian design accents include the impressive right pockets found throughout the front of the body. The left chest area showcases a set of small and large snap-enclosed pockets that are detailed with weathered patchwork -- there is one in the middle and two on the bottom left. Notably, the cardigans are made from a lightly discolored cotton fabric that gives the design a worn-out look. Image Credit: KAPITAL ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 76% | Activity: 36% | 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Upcycled Fashion:** Opportunity for brands to repurpose and transform vintage materials into new and unique clothing items. - **Militaristic Style:** Potential for fashion brands to explore and incorporate militaristic design elements in their collections, creating a distinct aesthetic. - **Utilitarian Design:** Chance for designers to focus on functional and practical elements in their clothing, emphasizing usefulness and versatility. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Streetwear:** Streetwear brands can tap into the growing demand for upcycled fashion and offer unique and sustainable clothing options. - **Fashion Design:** Opportunity for fashion designers to experiment with militaristic influences and create garments that stand out in the industry. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore the production of textiles that mimic the worn-out look of lightly discolored cotton, catering to the demand for vintage-inspired fabrics. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Militant Springtime Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket.md) - [Arty Knitwear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arty-knitwear.md) - [Utility Layering Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente.md) - [Pattern-Heavy Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/needles-new-collection.md) - [Utility Street Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-x-neighborhood.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Bold Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-plus-fw25.md) - [Elevated Seasonal Knitwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-knit.md) - [Workwear Hybrid Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sacai-x-carhartt-wip.md) - [Hand- Knitted Joint Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beams-x-macmahon-knitting-mills.md)