# Galactic Empire Apparel Star Wars Fans Will Love Sporting the Storm Trooper Jacket By Nicole Ballantyne-Choo | Published 2013-08-18 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/storm-trooper-jacket References: [thinkgeek](http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/1233/) While there's a lot of accessories, masks and toys associated with [Star Wars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ray-ban-star-wars), the storm trooper jacket is one that will make a tough fashion statement. This [white leather jacket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shielding-jacket) is ideal for people who want to embody the storm trooper lifestyle and live on the wild side. Not only stylish, this coat comes with approved [body armor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armortex-jacket) that will give you extra protection when riding your motorcycle around town. Storm troopers definitely live a dangerous life, so your shoulders, forearms, and spines will be protected in case you run into risky situation -- or you run into Luke Skywalker. To contrast the sleek white, the Empire logo sits on the sleeve of the jacket in a jet black. Unfortunately, the awesome helmet isn't included. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 35% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Star Wars Fashion:** Opportunity for innovative fashion brands to create stylish and functional apparel inspired by the Star Wars universe. - **Protective Motorcycle Gear:** Potential for companies to develop motorcycle gear with integrated body armor for enhanced safety and style. - **Movie-inspired Accessories:** Market for accessories that allow fans to showcase their love for movies and characters through trendy and unique designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Fashion industry has an opportunity to tap into the Star Wars fandom and create high-quality, licensed apparel for fans. - **Motorcycle Gear:** Motorcycle gear industry can introduce innovative products that combine style and safety, catering to the needs of Star Wars enthusiasts. - **Accessories:** Accessories industry can target movie enthusiasts by offering a range of trendy and movie-inspired products like jewelry, bags, and more. ## 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) - [Insulated Sci-Fi Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-x-star-wars-skywalker-pilot-ski-collection.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md) - [Forest Inspired Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/endor-collection.md) - [Sci-Fi-Themed Replica Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clone-trooper-phase-ii.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Sci-Fi Forested Moon Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/columbia-endor-collection.md) - [Desert Planet Sci-Fi Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sands-of-tatooine-collection.md)