Yeah, you wanna turn that junk into armor, not a soggy mess. First, wrap the denim in a thick layer of duct tape or some kind of waterproof film—like a raincoat for the fabric. Then, when you sew the holographic scraps, use a heavy‑duty needle and thick thread, stitch in a pattern that covers the edges so the light doesn’t peel off. For extra toughness, seal those holographic pieces with a clear epoxy or a spray sealant; that’ll keep the colors from bleeding when the rain hits. If the storm’s wild, strap the vest with some Velcro patches or quick‑draw straps so you can tighten it up on the fly. Don’t forget a little leather or metal trim on the shoulders for a rugged edge—just the way it should look when the sky cracks. Good luck, and keep that storm breathing through your gear, not your veins.

Got it, I’ll keep the bulk low and the weave tight. A thin membrane will let the denim breathe, and that two‑layer stitch will lock the hologs in place like a lock‑and‑key. I’ll sling a simple harness over the chest—no heavy metal, just a quick‑tight hook system. Trust the hand‑stitch, because when the storm hits, the only thing that’ll break is your pride, not the vest. Let's hit the ruins and make that rain a distant memory.