# Lightweight Packable Technical Designs Stone Island's Latest Shadow Project Capsule Preps for SS21 By Amy Duong | Published 2021-03-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shadow-project-capsule References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/2/stone-island-shadow-project-spring-summer-2021-collection-lookbook) & [stoneisland](https://www.stoneisland.com/us) [Stone Island](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/year-of-the-snake-collection-1) introduces its latest iteration of the Shadow Project capsule made specifically for the Spring/Summer 2021 season. The technical outerwear label prepares for the rising temperatures and goes towards a more [lightweight route](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arcteryx-sima-capsule) this time around. Many of the features include functionality, ensuring elements like packability and transitional structures. The usual slip-on sneakers join the capsule along with the iconic zippered cardigan, the engineered knit pullover sweaters, and much more. There is also the application of GORE-TEX Paclite materials making up the twin zip shell and the bright red fishtail parka. This gives it a lightweight feel with maximum protection from the wind, paired together with the trim liner jacket incorporated with the Polartec [Alpha](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25) for stretchy sensibilities. Image Credit: Stone Island ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 10% - 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) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Technical Apparel:** Opportunity to develop functional and packable apparel with innovative lightweight materials for warmer climates. - **Transitional Structures:** Opportunity to create garments that can adapt to varying weather conditions and provide maximum protection with minimal weight. - **GORE-TEX Paclite:** Opportunity to incorporate GORE-TEX Paclite technology into outdoor gear for increased protection and breathability. ### Who This Affects Most - **Outdoor Apparel:** Opportunity for outdoor apparel companies to innovate their designs with lightweight and transitional structures. - **Athletic Wear:** Opportunity for athletic wear companies to create lightweight and functional gear for warmer weather. - **Technical Outerwear:** Opportunity for technical outerwear companies to incorporate new materials such as GORE-TEX Paclite to enhance the performance of their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Subterranean-Inspired Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stone-island-marina-aw25.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Utilitarian Technical Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-ispa.md) - [Layered Utility Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/graphpaper-yoke.md) - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Technical Sports Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/white-mountaineering-umbro.md) - [Performance-Ready Technical Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goldwin-0-2.md) - [Outdoor Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-x-marmot.md) - [Seasonal Dynamic Outerwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kestin-1.md)