# Eye-Catching Sci-Fi Caps The Star Wars New Era Collection Celebrates the Upcoming Film By Meghan Young | Published 2015-06-25 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-new-era References: [designtaxi](http://designtaxi.com/news/377019/For-Star-Wars-Fans-Eye-Catching-Caps-Inspired-By-Your-Favorite-Characters/) Instead of geeking out completely in full costume when attending the premier of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, fans can rock a cap from the [Star Wars New Era collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doraemon-x-new-era). Still very eye-catching, the designs capture some of the most iconic characters of the Franchise including [R2D2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audio-technica-r2-d2), Darth Vadar and a Stormtrooper. In addition to detailed embroidery and recognizable colorways, come of the Star Wars New Era hats are metallic to mimic the robots even more. Coming complete with a Star Wars logo on the rear, the [pop culture designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cocacola-x-star-wars) can easily be more keepsakes than actual fashion choices. After all, not everyone will be able to get away with wearing one of these designs on a regular basis. Yet they are better than some diehard fan alternatives, that's for sure. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 83% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sci-fi Caps:** Opportunity for manufacturers to create eye-catching sci-fi caps inspired by popular franchises like Star Wars. - **Pop Culture Fashion:** Potential to leverage pop culture designs as collectible fashion items, appealing to fans and collectors. - **Metallic Embroidery:** Innovation opportunity for hat manufacturers to incorporate metallic embroidery to mimic robotic designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can tap into the demand for sci-fi caps and create a new line of merchandise for fans. - **Fashion:** Fashion retailers can capitalize on the popularity of pop culture designs and cater to the collectors market. - **Apparel Accessories:** Opportunity for hat manufacturers to innovate and offer metallic embroidery as a unique selling point in the market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sci-Fi Franchise-Inspired Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-collection-2.md) - [Winter-Ready Sci-Fi Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-columbia-collection.md) - [Anime Headwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mobile-suit-gundam-1.md) - [Sci-Fi-Inspired Lenses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-star-wars.md) - [Sci-Fi Film-Inspired Custom Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lucasfilm.md) - [Collaboration Sci-Fi Tech Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-casetify-collection.md) - [Insulated Sci-Fi Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-x-star-wars-skywalker-pilot-ski-collection.md) - [Subtly Sci-Fi Watch Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/star-wars-x-citizen-rebel-starfighter-boxed-set.md) - [Anime-Inspired Baseball Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-ghibli-1.md)