# Crafty Patchwork Parkas Craig Green's Outerwear Pushes the Boundaries of Conventional Design By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-08-08 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patchwork-parka References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/8/craig-green-yellow-patchwork-parka-fall-winter-2018) & [ssense](https://www.ssense.com/en-us/men/product/craig-green/yellow-tent-parka/3061018) A multi-colored patchwork parka is among the most noticeable and captivating pieces in [Craig Green's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retropy-sandals) collection for the Fall/Winter 2018 season. The piece is engaging, to say the least. While the tailoring is kept relatively traditional according to the standards of contemporary outerwear, the silhouette boasts impeccable patchwork that points to an [exceptional craft technique](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule). The arrangement of the color palette is also worth mentioning as the Craig Green patchwork parka combines the vibrancy of yellow, green and orange with the more tamed nuance of brown, teal and royal blue. Although truthfully an aesthetic marvel, the fashion-forward and craft-celebrating piece is far from practical as cotton is not a sustainable choice for cold-weather months. The [extravagant patchwork parka](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-parka) is available for purchase through online shop SSENSE and it retails for $2,200 USD. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 87% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Patchwork Outerwear:** Opportunity for brands to experiment with unconventional designs and unique craft techniques in outerwear. - **Sustainable Cold-weather Fashion:** Demand for innovative and eco-friendly materials and fabrics in the production of warm clothing. - **Multi-color Palettes:** Potential to explore bold and vibrant color combinations in fashion design for a visually appealing look. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Fashion brands can capitalize on the trend of patchwork and sustainable clothing by creating unique, eco-friendly outerwear designs. - **Textile:** Textile companies have opportunities to develop innovative, sustainable fabrics suitable for cold-weather fashion. - **Online Retail:** Online retailers can leverage the demand for exclusive and unconventional fashion pieces by offering unique patchwork parkas and other similar products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainable Warm Parka Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormshadow-parka.md) - [Dystopian Goggle-Paired Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canvas-parka.md) - [Streetwear Gorpcore Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-urban-exploration-reexploration-patch-up.md) - [Fashion-Forward Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson.md) - [Satellite Imagery Winter Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-earth-mapping-camouflage.md) - [Experimental Fall Wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/khaotique-noir.md) - [90's Streetwear Luxury Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canada-goose-x-pyer-moss.md) - [Art-Infused Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nepenthes-capsule.md) - [Metal-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-islands-metal-mesh-jacket.md)