# Japan-Inspired Outerwear Capsules The SOPHNET. Outerwear Series is Influenced by Japanese Style By Amy Duong | Published 2018-02-19 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophnet-outerwear References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/2/sophnet-drops-eye-catching-outerwear-capsule) & [store.soph.net](http://store.soph.net/shop/) The new SOPHNET. outerwear series explores [bold silhouettes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sujitha-shivajothi) and Japanese style influences. The [Japanese fashion label](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-sashiko-chore-jacket) features unique prints on blouson track jackets with reversible details and notably, the 'Kung Fu Jacket.' There is also accents of patchwork bandana print details found on the interior of [reversible stadium jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soeur-x-kway). Some more notable pieces from the newly unveiled SOPHNET. outerwear collection are the half-zip sweaters, a denim Kung Fu jacket with patchwork, a range of ties and training jackets. A selection of the garments is finished with ultra-soft Solotex materials. Some of these pieces include a matching set of stretch linen gown shirts and wide-legged cropped pants, available in either black or blue. The entire SOPHNET. outerwear series will be available online on February 19. Image Credit SOPHNET. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Japanese-influenced Outerwear:** The trend of incorporating Japanese style into outerwear collections presents opportunities for textile and fashion designers to experiment with unique silhouettes, prints, and materials. - **Reversible Clothing:** The trend of reversible clothing allows for multiple looks from a single garment and presents opportunities for designers to create versatile and sustainable fashion pieces. - **Patchwork Details:** The trend of incorporating patchwork bandana print details on outerwear provides opportunities for textile and fashion designers to experiment with various patterns and prints to create unique and visually appealing garments. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** The fashion industry has opportunities to incorporate Japanese-inspired design elements and reversible clothing into their collections to attract new customers and increase sustainability. - **Textile:** The textile industry has opportunities to experiment with unique materials and prints to create innovative fabrics that align with the trend of incorporating Japanese and patchwork design elements into outerwear collections. - **Retail:** The retail industry has opportunities to collaborate with designers to create exclusive collections that incorporate Japanese-inspired and patchwork design elements, offering customers unique and one-of-a-kind products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heritage Outdoor Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-north-face-japan-x-sashiko-gals1.md) - [Utility Street Fashion Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clot-x-neighborhood.md) - [Functional Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wname.md) - [Utility Layering Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente.md) - [Minimal Monk Workwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ozism-collection.md) - [Winter Apparel Collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/everyone-tokyo-fallwinter-2025.md) - [Collaborative Technical Outerwear Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hyke-2.md) - [Fall-Centric Dynamic Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/undercover-5.md) - [Fall Technical Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atom-collection.md)