# Vintage Army Clothing Caps The Ludwig Van x Quintin Co. 'Scout Series' Hat Uses WWII-Era Fabrics By Taylor Keefe | Published 2012-01-04 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ludwig-van-x-quintin-co-scout-series References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/01/ludwig-van-x-quintin-co-scout-series-cap/) & [quintinco](http://www.quintinco.com/) With so many companies joining forces with [New Era](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rc-9fifty-cap-collection) to create mainstream lids, it's refreshing to see the toned-down collaboration for the Ludwig Van x Quintin Co. 'Scout Series' ballcap. Using materials from past military personnel, this hat has a vintage feel with a modern look. Los Angeles-based designers Ludwig Van and Quintin Co. have collaborated several times in the past. However, nothing has turned out quite as well as the Ludwig Van x Quintin Co. 'Scout Series' fitted hat. The hat is constructed using WWII-era twill and [Vietnam-era camouflage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herschel-supply-x-realtree), as well as duck canvas, while finishing off the overall look with a beautifully embossed leather patch. Other features include a denim stash pocket and vintage Japanese broadcloth lining. Look for this to drop in early January. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Vintage Army Clothing:** Explore the use of past military personnel materials in fashion, creating a vintage feel with a modern look. - **Collaboration for Unique Caps:** Partnering with brands like New Era to create mainstream lids with a toned-down and unique twist. - **Incorporating Historical Fabrics:** Using materials from different eras, such as WWII-era twill and Vietnam-era camouflage, to add character to fashion items. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can incorporate vintage army clothing materials to create unique and trendy fashion pieces. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can collaborate with brands to create unique caps with a modern twist. - **Textiles:** The textiles industry can explore the use of historical fabrics, such as WWII-era twill and Vietnam-era camouflage, to create distinctive and innovative textile products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Winterized Woolen Ball Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/melin-agame-scout-thermal.md) - [Winter Sports Event-Inspired Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-era-cap.md) - [Heritage Baseball Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polo-ralph-lauren-new-era.md) - [Heritage Baseball Caps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rc-9fifty-cap-collection.md) - [Commemorative Baseball Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/los-angeles-dodgers1.md) - [Golden-Age Hollywood-Inspired Menswear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vintage-styles.md) - [Nostalgic Baseball Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mitchell-ness5.md) - [Sporty Retail Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kith-x-new-york-yankees.md) - [Co-Branded Collaborative Cap Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/59fifty-caps.md)