# Packable Hi-Tech Spring Apparel The North Face Urban Exploration Unveils the Packable Gear Pack By Amy Duong | Published 2021-04-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packable-gear References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/4/the-north-face-urban-exploration-spring-summer-2021-capsule) The [North Face](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-urban-exploration-reexploration-patch-up) Urban Exploration introduces its Packable Gear pack designed specifically for the Spring/Summer 2021 season. The new capsule of pieces includes [modular garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-ispa) that are easily packed away, as the name suggests. The seasonal range is full of lightweight and breathable pieces that are made to be mid-layering items. This includes hi-tech shorts, shirts, tactical vests, [pouch bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/apc-x-gregory), bucket hats, and much more. One of the notable pieces is the logo tee with a small pouch bag by the bottom hem. Aside from this detail, there are plenty of logo touches throughout the entire capsule. Most of the shirt is minimally designed and complete in a neutral gray hue. It can be easily rolled up and packed into the back cargo pocket of the tee. Image Credit: The North Face ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 18% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Packable Apparel:** The trend of packable apparel is gaining popularity, offering convenience and practicality for on-the-go consumers. - **Hi-tech Clothing:** The trend of hi-tech clothing is disrupting the fashion industry by incorporating innovative technologies to enhance functionality and comfort in various environments. - **Modular Clothing:** The trend of modular clothing is revolutionizing the way clothes are made and worn, by offering customization and adaptability to individual consumer needs. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Outdoor Apparel:** The outdoor apparel industry has an opportunity to adopt packable, hi-tech and modular clothing to enhance user experience for outdoor activities in various weather conditions. - **Athletic Wear:** The athletic wear industry can benefit from incorporating the packable, hi-tech and modular clothing trends to offer consumers more convenient and versatile options for their active lifestyle. - **Travel Gear:** The travel gear industry can seize the opportunity to embrace packable and modular apparel, as well as adding innovative features to promote comfort, convenience and sustainability for modern travelers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Durable Summer Camping Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-1.md) - [Urban Modular Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-exploration-2.md) - [Seasonal Utility Staples](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-red-box.md) - [Weatherized Collaborative Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soukuu-collaboration.md) - [Collaborative Outdoor Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-and-the-north-face.md) - [Durable Outdoor-Centric Lifestyle Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripstop-collection.md) - [Utilitarian Technical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-ispa.md) - [Space-Age Steel-Strength Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summit-series-advanced-mountain-kit.md) - [Merino-Based Adventure Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/icebreaker-1.md)