# Upcycled Firefighter Suit Jackets The Vollebak Garbage Jacket is Rugged and Flame-Resistant By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-04-28 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-garbage-jacket References: [hiconsumption](https://hiconsumption.com/vollebak-garbage-jacket/) & [vollebak](https://vollebak.com/en-us/products/garbage-jacket) The Vollebak Garbage Jacket is a decidedly rugged, upcycled garment constructed with function and form in mind to support the modern adventurer. The jacket is crafted with a blend of materials including plant waste, discarded firefighter suits and recycled brass with 70% of the garment being made with the fire-resistance meta-aramid fiber. The remaining 30% of the jacket is achieved with para-aramid fiber that's traditionally found in bulletproof vests to further enhance the durable nature of the garment. The Vollebak Garbage Jacket maintains an earthy green color to give it a natural aesthetic that will look right at home within the wilderness. Priced at $645, the jacket is available now and identifies how materials can be reworked into new garments. Image Credit: Vollebak ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: 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 - **Upcycling:** Exploring the use of discarded materials in the creation of new, functional products. - **Sustainability:** Designing products and materials that reduce negative environmental impact while maintaining function and aesthetics. - **Multi-functional Clothing:** Creating adaptable clothing that offers both protection and style for various outdoor activities. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** Innovative ideas that help reduce the environmental impact of the fashion industry. - **Outdoor Gear:** Developing rugged and functional products that reduce waste and negative environmental impact while providing adequate protection. - **Safety Equipment:** Exploring the use of alternative materials in creating safer, more durable equipment that can better withstand extreme conditions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Salvaged Spacecraft Material Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/martian-aerogel-jacket.md) - [Featherlight Field Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/planet-earth-lightweight-field-jacket.md) - [Phosphorescent Color-Changing Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollbak-firefly-jacket.md) - [Reinforced Japanese-Inspired Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-sashiko-chore-jacket.md) - [Wood-Created Progressive Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wooden-jacket.md) - [Recycled Tire Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kathmandu-epiq-se.md) - [Copper-Infused Subzero Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vollebak-full-metal-puffer.md) - [Protective Silver-Infused Jackets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shielding-jacket.md) - [Adaptable Adventure-Proof Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/100-year-pants-v2.md)