GR10K ALPHA INDUSTRIES CWU-45

A precise reconstruction of the CWU-45, originally developed for u.s. Air force and navy pilots, reworked through GR10K’s lens of operative restoration. The collaboration reframes the garment as a functional uniform within a fictional institutional setting, balancing military heritage with a contemporary cultural narrative. The silhouette is subtly altered through the removal of its padded lining, resulting in a lighter, more fluid structure. Custom interventions shift the jacket’s identity, replacing traditional insignia with museum-style branding and introducing utilitarian hardware details. A study in uniform, function, and reassigned meaning. Reworked CWU-45 flight jacket Lightweight construction with removed padded lining Custom museum-branded chest patch Nite-ize® carabiner with corded zipper pull Bright contrast velcro and lining elements Signature alpha industries utility pocket with flag label Collaboration: Alpha Industries x GR10K Model wears size: L