# Mountain-Ready Layering Garments Universal Works TAps Pyrenex on a Capsule for the FW20 Season By Amy Duong | Published 2020-12-03 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pyrenex References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/12/universal-works-pyrenex-fall-winter-2020-release-information) Nottingham-based fashion label [Universal Works](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-x-universal-works) joins French brand Pyrenex on a collection that is made up of 10 intricate pieces for the colder seasons of the year. The duo channel their talents on a functional set of apparel that is ready for mountainous adventures. This time around, the two brands have joined forces to create some modern menswear silhouettes and [down outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-x-skims) that keep wearers warm throughout adventure. Many of the inspirations lie in contemporary styles while also honoring traditional looks as well. The specific influence stems from 70s skiwear and mid-century art. 6 pieces are down items and the four items that round out the rest of the [capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martine-rose-and-napapijr) include chinos, moleskin, and and overshirt. Image Credit: Universal Works, Pyrenex ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 9% - 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) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mountainous Adventure Apparel:** The collaboration between Universal Works and Pyrenex introduces a functional set of apparel ideal for mountainous adventures. - **Modern Menswear Silhouettes:** The collection merges contemporary styles with traditional looks, offering opportunities for innovation in modern menswear silhouettes. - **Down Outerwear:** The 6 down items in the collection present prospects for disruptive innovation in the down outerwear industry. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Apparel:** The collaboration between Universal Works and Pyrenex is an opportunity for disruption in the outdoor apparel industry. - **Menswear:** The collection's blend of traditional and contemporary styles presents a potential for innovation in the menswear industry. - **Down Outerwear:** The 6 down items in the collection allow for potential advancements in the down outerwear industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Climbing-Inspired Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/topologie-x-universal-works.md) - [Utility Layering Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente.md) - [Timeless Winter Outwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-and-winter-line.md) - [Outdoor Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-x-marmot.md) - [Alpine Couture Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-and-cecilie-bahnsen.md) - [Utility Capsule Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/our-legacy-work-shop-x-goldwin.md) - [Urban Utility Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cp-company-x-beams.md) - [Cozy Fall-Centric Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caf-mountain.md) - [Functional Technical Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mountain-series-capsule.md)