# Storm-Ready Workwear Coats The Carhartt Storm Defender Loosefit Midweight Utility Jacket is Rugged By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-04-27 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/midweight-utility-jacket References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/carhartt-storm-defender-losose-fit-midweight-utility-jacket/) & [carhartt](https://www.carhartt.com/product/104039) The [Carhartt](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-workwear) Storm Defender Loosefit Midweight Utility Jacket is an [inclement weather-ready outwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-goretex) style from the workwear brand focused on protection the wearer from heavy rain and more. The jacket features a 4.7-ounce weight with a mesh lining across the body along with nylon lines inside the sleeves to help put breathability and wearability in the spotlight. The [weatherized design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days) of the jacket features the brand's signature Storm Defender technology that keeps water out while still allowing for breathability. The waterproof seams are paired with a Rain Defender DWR treatment across the surface of the jacket to ensure the wearer stays dry. The Carhartt Storm Defender Loosefit Midweight Utility Jacket comes in four color options available from the brand starting at $100. Image Credit: Carhartt ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Weatherproof Clothing:** Manufacturing weatherproof clothing to protect the wearer from inclement weather situations and retain breathability. - **Breathable Outwear Design:** Developing breathable outwear designs with nylon lines inside the sleeves that assist in breathability and wearability of the jacket. - **Sustainable Storm Defenders:** Creating sustainable storm defender technology to keep water out while still being environmentally-friendly. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Apparel Industry:** Manufacturing weather-resistant clothing for various seasons and conditions, by experimenting with different fabrics to produce waterproof clothing that can be used year-round. - **Sportswear and Fitness Industry:** Developing weather-proof fitness clothes that enable free movement while also fighting the weather elements. - **Sustainable Fabrication Industry:** Developing sustainable fabrics and materials that can be used in the creation of weatherproof clothing items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactical Inclement Weather Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-jacket.md) - [Protective Workwear Dog Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dog-chore-coat.md) - [Remixed Workwear Street Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borness-mack.md) - [Technical Winter Workwear Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/insulated-bomber-jacket.md) - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md) - [Essential Weather-Resistant Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days.md) - [Summer-Suited Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barbour-reengineered-durham-summer-casual-jacket.md) - [Weatherized Waxed Shackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-bighorn-waxed-shirt-jacket.md) - [Militant Springtime Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-sailcloth-tanker-jacket.md)