Vast, the company behind Haven-1—the world’s first commercial space station—has unveiled its astronaut flight suit, marking a shift from the off-the-rack attire used on the International Space Station for over 25 years. The suit, designed to be worn both on and off Earth, features pockets and Velcro attach points to keep tools accessible.

The change comes as space environments have become safer and more Earth-like, allowing astronauts to move away from daily flight suits. Vast’s lead astronaut Drew Feustel, a former NASA mission specialist who spent 225 days in space, contributed to the suit’s design, aiming to honor aviation history while prioritizing functionality. The suit will be tailored to each crew member, with options to wear it as a one- or two-piece garment, offering increased comfort and mobility.

Each crew member’s suit will include their mission patch and flight badge, with “wings” earned by completing tasks aboard Haven-1. Alongside the suit, crew members will wear the IWC Schaffhausen-certified Pilot’s Venturer Vertical Drive, a wristwatch priced at $28,200. This watch, designed to withstand space conditions, replaces the crown with a rotating bezel for glove-friendly use. Vast’s approach reflects its “human-centric design” focus, with the suit undergoing iterative testing for safety and compatibility with the station’s environment.

Haven-1’s crew will not be limited to casual attire like polo shirts or shorts. The custom flight suit ensures crew members’ hands remain free while tools are within reach, addressing the unique challenges of microgravity. This shift from off-the-rack solutions marks a new era for commercial spaceflight, emphasizing personalized, functional gear for astronauts.