# Vandalized Military Jackets The Porter Classic 2013 S/S 'Hard Work' Jacket is Patched Up By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2012-12-24 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-classic-2013 References: [hypebeast](http://hypebeast.com/2012/12/porter-classic-2013-spring-summer-hand-work-jacket) & [porterclassic](http://porterclassic.com/) The [Porter Classic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-ricksons-x-porter) 2013 S/S 'Hard Work' jacket is military-inspired with a hint of anarchy. This classic grunge green outerwear is ideal for everyday use and is a customized treat. Porter Classic is a label known for its exquisitely stitched pieces and the 'Hard Work' jacket is another staple it can add to its repertoire. The wearable jacket is done in a worn-out finish and comes with four spacious pockets. Special touches include [custom embroidered patches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benromach-and-reworked-348), scattered cross-hatch stitching and graffiti-type writing on the side panels of the coat. This jacket is beyond epic and a great [military piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/l2b-flight-jacket). The Porter Classic 2013 S/S 'Hard Work' jacket is rugged, patched and a brilliant transitional coat for the upcoming seasons. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 17% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Customized Military Jackets:** Opportunity for brands to offer personalized and unique military-inspired jackets with custom embroidered patches and graffiti-style designs. - **Grunge Fashion:** Grunge-inspired fashion is making a comeback, presenting opportunities for brands to create worn-out, rugged designs with a touch of anarchy. - **Transitional Outerwear:** The demand for versatile and transitional outerwear is growing, providing opportunities for brands to create jackets suitable for multiple seasons. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Fashion retailers can take advantage of the trend by offering customized military jackets and grunge-inspired fashion to their customers. - **Custom Embroidery:** Custom embroidery shops can offer services to personalize military jackets with custom patches and designs. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Outdoor apparel brands can tap into the demand for transitional outerwear by creating rugged, durable jackets suitable for various weather conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Retro Anniversary Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buzz-ricksons-x-porter.md) - [Reinforced Japanese-Inspired Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-sashiko-chore-jacket.md) - [Militant Suede Bomber Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taylor-stitch-army-suede-bomber-jacket.md) - [Material-Updated Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/allnew-tanker.md) - [Functional Collaborative Technical Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comme-des-garons-and-porter.md) - [Retro Mechanic Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/greaser-garage-jacket.md) - [Heritage-Inspired Two-Layer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/relwen-combat-2in1-jacket.md) - [Posh Plant-Based Bag Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porter-yoshida.md) - [Refined Vintage Militaristic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-nicholson-fw25.md)