# Device-Disguising Parkas The 'Power Parka' Hides and Charges Many Different Devices By Joey Haar | Published 2016-11-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/power-parka References: [fastcodesign](https://www.fastcodesign.com/3065663/wanted/this-stealth-parka-hides-all-your-devices-and-charges-them) The 'Power Parka' is like a coat that James Bond would wear on an exploit to the Arctic Circle. The coat, designed by Amsterdam-based Thom Kool, looks like a [hip winter jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/weatherproof-parka), but it actually hides a wealth of devices within it, and it even keeps that technology charged. People who live in cities often need to carry around all sorts of devices, be it a laptop, a tablet, a smartphone, a camera, or all of the above. However, stuffing all these into [a backpack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-makeshift-traveler-backpack) makes commuting a pain. The Power Parka provides a way for consumers to carry all their devices without adding a massive bulge on their backs. The coat comes with several pockets, each for a specific device. These pockets have [charging ports that connect to batteries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-batterycharging-device) near the armpits. Further, the coat has a reinforced inner shell that helps to redistribute the weight of the devices evenly. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 74% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Smart Clothing:** The 'Power Parka' exemplifies the trend of smart clothing that integrates technology into wearable garments. - **Concealed Technology:** The 'Power Parka' showcases the trend of concealing and integrating devices within fashion items, providing convenience and style. - **Mobile Device Charging:** The 'Power Parka' addresses the growing trend of mobile device charging on the go by incorporating built-in charging ports. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore opportunities to create and market smart clothing like the 'Power Parka' that blends fashion with technology. - **Technology:** The technology industry can capitalize on the trend of concealing devices within fashion items by developing innovative devices that seamlessly integrate into clothing. - **Consumer Electronics:** The consumer electronics industry can tap into the demand for on-the-go charging solutions by designing devices with built-in charging capabilities, compatible with garments like the 'Power Parka'. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Backpack-Inspired Storage Hoodies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nomade-58.md) - [Aerogel-Insulated Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spacepeak-jacket.md) - [All-Weather Travel Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alpargali-jacket.md) - [Tactical Tech-Infused Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer300.md) - [Wearable Triangular Power Banks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mchaos-power-bank.md) - [Modular Power Station Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coalax-lancer-300.md) - [Tactical Inclement Weather Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-jacket.md) - [Advanced Technology Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/idoona-heated-jacket.md) - [Sleeping-Friendly Duvet-Like Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zzzn-puffer-jacket.md)