# Furry Sci-Fi Outerwear (UPDATE) The Marc Ecko Chewbacca Coat Makes You a Cozy Creature By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-12 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marc-ecko-chewbacca-coat References: [geekalerts](http://www.geekalerts.com/star-wars-chewbacca-coat-by-marc-ecko/) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/Ecko-Covered-Chewie-Reversable-Jacket/dp/B00AG2H86Q?tag=trenhunt0f-20) While it may be freezing enough outside to tempt you to stay in doors all day, it is better to brave the cold winter weather with the cozy Marc Ecko Chewbacca Coat. This [furry brown coat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ducies-fw25-collection) is [completely reversible](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-aspen); one side looks like a stylish jacket with a soft fluffy lining, while the other side completely transforms you into Chewy, the [lovable Star Wars character](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2). It even has details such as Chewy's ammo belt that he wears around his chest, minus the ammo of course. There is no need to cut open a dead animal and wear its fur for warmth this winter when you have the Marc Ecko Chewbacca Coat keeping you toasty warm. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 93% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Hip Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/hipfashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Reversible Outerwear:** Opportunity for brands to create versatile and customizable outerwear options that offer different styles and looks. - **Character-inspired Fashion:** Potential for brands to collaborate with entertainment franchises to create fashion pieces inspired by popular characters, appealing to fan communities. - **Faux Fur Alternatives:** Demand for sustainable and cruelty-free alternatives to real fur, creating opportunities for companies to develop innovative and high-quality faux fur materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can embrace the trend of reversible outerwear and character-inspired fashion to attract customers seeking unique and versatile clothing options. - **Entertainment:** Entertainment companies can explore collaborations with fashion brands to create character-inspired fashion pieces for fans, enhancing their brand presence. - **Textile and Materials:** Companies specializing in textile and materials can develop new and advanced faux fur alternatives to meet the growing demand for cruelty-free fashion. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Transforming Sci-Fi Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pillow-pets-star-wars-chewbacca.md) - [Winter-Ready Sci-Fi Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-columbia-collection.md) - [Forest Inspired Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endor-collection.md) - [One-Piece Adult Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffer-chubbsie.md) - [Cozy Scarf Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scarf-coat.md) - [Sci-Fi Forested Moon Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-endor-collection.md) - [Belted Wool Coats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rudsaks-mandy-coat.md) - [Extreme Insulation Winter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-fuchs-down-jacket.md) - [Stylish Sherpa Dog Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherpa-dog-jacket.md)