# Responsibly-Made Puffer Jackets The OuterKnown Puffer Jacket Has a Recycled Polyester Outer Shell By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-30 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/outerknown-puffer-jacket References: [uncrate](https://uncrate.com/outerknown-puffer-jacket/) & [outerknown](https://www.outerknown.com) The OuterKnown Puffer Jacket is a more sustainable take on the classic outerwear style that will provide wearers with a protective piece of clothing that is perfect for weathering the storm this winter. The jacket features a ripstop shell that is crafted with [recycled polyester](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-retrox-jacket) that has been treated with a PFOA-free finish the will enhance its ability to resist water. The jacket is paired with a responsibly-sourced [700-fill duck down](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eiderdown-puffer-jacket) that will provide a heavier layer of warmth, while still allowing the wearer to maintain a low profile. The OuterKnown Puffer Jacket is finished off with a full front zipper along with two zipped side pockets, a drawstring closure hem finish and a [packable design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket) that can be collapsed down for easy travel. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sustainable Puffer Jackets:** Opportunity for companies to create more eco-friendly puffer jackets using recycled materials and non-toxic finishes. - **Responsibly-sourced Down:** Innovative companies can offer alternative options that use cruelty-free and responsibly-sourced down for insulation. - **Packable Outerwear:** Designing lightweight and packable jackets with multiple practical features for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Industry:** Opportunities for the fashion industry to prioritize sustainable and responsibly-made clothing. - **Outdoor Gear Industry:** Creating innovative outdoor gear that combines functionality, sustainability, and performance. - **Travel Industry:** Designing lightweight and packable jackets with practical features to meet the needs of frequent travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Warm Parka Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormshadow-parka.md) - [Packable Adventurer Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proof-powerfill-down-jacket.md) - [Recycled Tire Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se.md) - [Featherlight Ultra-Rare Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eiderdown-puffer-jacket.md) - [Terrain-Inspired Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sons-bonnington-puffer-jacket.md) - [Recycled Polyester Fleece Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-retrox-jacket.md) - [Weather-Resistant Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nano-puff-jacket.md) - [Ethical Performance Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-down-jackets.md) - [Circular Outerwear Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/templa-1.md)