# Motorcross-Inspired Apparel Oakley's 'Thermonuclear Protection' Line Recalls 90s Motorcross By Amy Duong | Published 2018-01-30 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermonuclear-protection References: [hypebeast](https://hypebeast.com/2018/1/oakley-thermonuclear-protection-2018-capsule-collection) Oakley, the lifestyle clothing brand based in California, unveils its latest capsule for spring in collaborative works with creative director and designer Justin O'Shea, ultimately crafting the 'Thermonuclear Protection' series. The collection maintains a retro aesthetic by tapping into influence of [motorcross culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/neighborhood-x-palace) and old school 90s California vibes. The Thermonuclear Protection collection features a range of 22 branded looks, which include fleece garments, t-shirts, pants, and outerwear pieces. Some notable details consist of cockroach graphics because it is the only insect able to survive in nuclear settings, maximum protection condoms, and [Iridium-inspired fiery colors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-neo-jacket). The collection was all shot in Northern Los Angeles and takes perspective through a creative approach on motorcross tracks to upkeep Oakley's "off-road" idea for the warmer season. The Thermonuclear Protection capsule will be available for purchse on [Selfridges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-games-soulmate-collection) and Oakley's website on February 28th. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 63% | Activity: 76% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Retro-inspired Clothing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by tapping into nostalgic trends and incorporating retro aesthetics into new collections. - **Collaborative Capsule Collections:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by partnering with influential designers to create limited edition capsule collections that attract a dedicated fan base. - **Cultural Influences in Fashion:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation by incorporating subcultures and cultural influences into clothing lines to appeal to niche markets and create unique brand identities. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fashion:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the fashion industry by embracing retro aesthetics, collaborating with designers, and incorporating cultural influences into new collections. - **E-commerce:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the e-commerce industry by partnering with fashion brands to exclusively sell limited edition capsule collections online, creating hype and demand. - **Marketing:** Disruptive innovation opportunities in the marketing industry by utilizing nostalgia and cultural influences to create unique campaigns that resonate with target audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Motocross-Inspired Eyewear Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eyewear-campaigns.md) - [Reinvented Motorcross Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiko-kostadinov-x-fox-lab.md) - [Futuristic Metallic Technical Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-factory-team-1.md) - [Iridescent Performance Gear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aura-collection-2.md) - [High-Performance Outdoor Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/satisfy-and-oakley.md) - [Expansive Technical Apparel Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-gear.md) - [Chic Olympic Surfer Fashions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-offshore-collection.md) - [Tech Futuristic Eyewear Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culture-refined.md) - [Graphic Sports Eyewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oakley-x-podpah.md)