# Retro Bubble Jackets Alexis Mabille's 70's-Inspired Down-Filled Jackets By Summer Luu | Published 2010-09-05 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-bubble-jackets-alexis-mabille-designs-for-pyrenex-premium References: [selectism](http://www.selectism.com/news/2010/09/02/alexis-mabille-for-pyrenex-premium-pop-up-at-dover-street-market/) Desiner Alexis Mabille is set to debut a small collection of [puffy down-filled jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eiderdown-puffer-jacket) (aka [bubble jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solament)) for Pyrenex Premium. Imageries of a typical bubble jacket are usually overbearing and unattractively shaped, but Mabille has found a way to make it look fashionable. He has also given each piece a retro 70’s feel based on shape, color and style. The [bomber style, fur-hooded jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson) or vest will keep you warm in the winter without all the puffiness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.2/10 - Popularity: 90% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Fashionable Bubble Jackets:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop bubble jackets with a fashionable twist to appeal to style-conscious consumers. - **Retro-inspired Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the trend of incorporating retro elements into modern fashion designs. - **Lightweight Winter Wear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop lightweight winter wear options that combine warmth and style without the bulkiness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate retro-inspired fashion items like bubble jackets into fashion retail stores to attract customers seeking nostalgic styles. - **Outdoor Apparel:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop retro-inspired bubble jackets with advanced materials and technology for outdoor apparel brands targeting adventure enthusiasts. - **Luxury Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create high-end retro bubble jackets with premium materials and unique designs to cater to the luxury fashion market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Revived Nostalgic Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iconic-puffer-jacket.md) - [Sports Coat Down Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dan-anthony-urban-windbreaker.md) - [Ultra-Warm 3D Baffling Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-diamond-fuse-jacket.md) - [Bonded Baffling Insulation Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aether-rex-down-jacket.md) - [Marshmallow-Inspired Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marshmallowinspired-puffer-jackets.md) - [Surplus Fabric Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/helium-utility-flo.md) - [Transparent Puffer Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solament.md) - [Adaptive Inflatable Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-milano-jacket.md) - [Extreme Insulation Winter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-fuchs-down-jacket.md)