# Technical Lightweight Outerwear Designs A-COLD-WALL* Launches a Collection of Practical Designs By Amy Duong | Published 2020-05-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/technical-lightweight References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2020/5/a-cold-wall-online-exclusive-outerwear-capsule-m-65-field-jacket-compass-storm) & [a-cold-wall](https://a-cold-wall.com/collections/outerwear) Samuel Ross launches a collection of [technical lightweight outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente) designs online -- it is made up of the Compass Storm jacket and two iterations of the M-65 jacket, entitled the 'Contortion Field' jacket. The Compass Storm is offered in black and constructed from nylon materials before it is coated with a [water-resisting layer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pieces-for-rainy-days) for protection. The front of the design showcases two functional large pockets in a slanted aesthetics along with two hidden chest pockets. There are also branding accents in a minimal application and a drawstring hood. The two M-65 jackets are in different colors with the option of either navy blue nylon of [Moonbeam](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benson-boones-moonbeam-ice-cream-cookie) nylon. Both of the jackets have a elasticated waist that closes the silhouette in a tighter structure. Image Credit: A-COLD-WALL* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.3/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Technical Lightweight Outerwear:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore materials and technology to create even lighter and more durable outerwear designs. - **Water-resistant Coatings:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop eco-friendly and long-lasting water-resisting coatings for various applications beyond outerwear. - **Functional Pocket Designs:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Invent innovative pocket configurations and placements to enhance functionality and convenience in clothing. ### Where This Applies - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Combine fashion with technology to create futuristic and functional clothing designs. - **Textile Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Research and develop advanced textile materials suitable for lightweight and practical outerwear. - **Outdoor Retail:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate smart features and sustainable design principles into outdoor apparel for enhanced customer satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spring Technical Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acoldwall-5.md) - [Functional Style Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wname.md) - [Urban Layered Outdoor Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andwander-fw25.md) - [Utility Layering Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jjjjound-x-descente.md) - [Contemporary Menswear Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/contemporary-menswear-brand.md) - [Functional Timeless Outerwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soeur-x-kway.md) - [Versatile Summer-Ready Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marmot-1.md) - [Elevated Athleisure Pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elevated-athleisure.md) - [Collaborative Outerwear Capsule](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ten-c-x-comoli.md)