# Weatherized Streetwear Apparel The 'Stüssy x GORE-TEX' Collection is Ready for Harsh Weather By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-09-10 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-x-goretex References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2021/9/stussy-goretex-collab-capsule-release-info) & [stussy](http://stussy.com) New York-based streetwear brand Stüssy has announced the launch of the new 'Stüssy x GORE-TEX' collection, a fall capsule presenting a variety of stylish waterproof and windproof items. The contained capsule consists of three main pieces: windbreakers, cargo pants, and bucket hats. The 'Wading Shell Jacket' features a '75 Denier' waterproof material, two vertical YKK aqua seal zippers, velcro cuffs, and an adjustable shock cord hood. In addition, the jackets are designed to be easily packable. Meanwhile, the 'Cargo Shell Pants' present a relaxed silhouette with a slight taper towards their bottoms. The pants are made from the same material as the jackets and are also waterproof. Lastly, the 'Storm Shell Hat' is a three-panel weatherized bucket hat featuring an embroidered “STUSSY INTERNATIONAL,” logo on the front. Image Credit: Stüssy ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 10% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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) > [Fashion for Men](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashionformen) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Weatherized Streetwear Apparel:** Stüssy's waterproof and windproof collection is an example of how functionality and style can go hand-in-hand. - **Functional Fashion:** More fashion brands can prioritize manufacturing clothes that cater to varying weather conditions to offer more utility to consumers. - **Sustainable Weatherproofing:** Developing alternative materials for weatherizing clothing can help reduce the environmental impact of using synthetics. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion Retail:** Retailers can incorporate more weather-proof clothing and accessories to expand their product line and cater to people's need for functional yet fashionable attire. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Manufacturers can explore more eco-friendly materials for weather-resistant clothing, focusing on reducing synthetics and exploring alternatives for waterproofing and windproofing. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Providing weather-protected clothing to outdoor enthusiasts or people who engage in outdoor activities help create an innovative and dependable product line for a niche market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Tactical Weatherproof Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/haven-fallwinter-2024-collection.md) - [Element-Ready Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reigning-champ-goretex.md) - [Autumnal Inclement Weather Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fjallraven-and-goretex.md) - [Essential Weather-Resistant Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days.md) - [High-Performance Waterproof Outdoor Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waterproof-outdoor-collection.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Graphic Garment-Dyed Streetwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stssy-and-levis-1.md) - [Technical Urban Puffers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/short-down-jacket.md) - [Outdoor Apparel Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-x-marmot.md)