# Insulated Hipster Denim Jackets The Outerknown x Levis Sherpa Trucker Blends Style with Warmth By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2017-11-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sherpa-trucker References: [blessthisstuff](http://www.blessthisstuff.com/stuff/wear/coats-jackets/outerknown-x-levis-sherpa-trucker/) & [outerknown](http://www.outerknown.com/) The cold winter months are essentially upon us, so [new clothing designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson) like the Outerknown x Levis Sherpa Trucker are being developed to offer enhanced capabilities when making your way through the city or backcountry. The jacket comes as a [collaboration between the two brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/levis-x-kiko-kostadinov) to create something that is suitable enough for winter weather to keep you warm at all times. The jacket also features an [eco-friendly aesthetic](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coated-jeans) because it has been made with fabric that uses 70% less water than traditional denim in the manufacturing process. The Outerknown x Levis Sherpa Trucker merges needs for style and function for modern male consumers who aren't as willing to sacrifice their comfort for the sake of fashion when the temperature outside drops. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.5/10 - Popularity: 79% | Activity: 77% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## 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 - **Eco-friendly Fashion:** The rise of eco-friendly fabrics and manufacturing processes creates opportunities for the development of innovative and sustainable clothing items. - **Winter-ready Apparel:** The demand for winter clothing that combines style and functionality presents opportunities for designers to create insulated jackets that cater to the needs of fashion-conscious consumers. - **Collaborative Fashion Partnerships:** Collaborations between renowned fashion brands allow for the integration of different design aesthetics and expertise, opening doors for unique and appealing clothing options. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can explore eco-friendly manufacturing methods and collaborate with other brands to create fashionable, sustainable clothing options. - **Apparel Manufacturing:** Manufacturing companies can adopt eco-friendly practices and invest in the production of insulated, winter-ready garments that blend style and functionality. - **Outdoor Retail:** Outdoor retail businesses can tap into the demand for insulated jackets that offer both warmth and style to cater to consumers who enjoy outdoor activities during colder months. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Winter Performance Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winter-performance-jacket.md) - [High-Performance Mountain Parkas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aether-brighton-insulated-snow-jacket.md) - [Layering-Friendly Fleece Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybrid-fleece-jacket.md) - [Fashion-Forward Insulated Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moncler-and-jw-anderson.md) - [Photographer-Approved Field Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-x-leica-frank-hurley-field-jacket.md) - [Layered Heritage Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scout-jacket.md) - [Extreme Insulation Winter Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shackleton-fuchs-down-jacket.md) - [Hybrid Vest Jacket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-csc1938-dually-mountain-outerchange.md) - [Bonded Baffling Insulation Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aether-rex-down-jacket.md)