Styled Athletics Digest | Gymshark's Fashion Week Debut and Tiger Woods' New Athluxury Line
STYLED ATHLETICS 09 May • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes
THE LATEST IN ATHLEISURE NEWS
BREATHABLE ACTIVEWEAR INNOVATORS Innovation Race: The Rise of Breathable Sports Garments The apparel industry is experiencing a wave of innovation, particularly in breathable sports garments. With over 32,000 patents filed, companies like Nike and Under Armour are leading the charge. The demand for these high-tech, comfortable fabrics is driven by health trends and climate change, signalling a future of sustainable and advanced sportswear. GlobalData's insights reveal the key players and technologies shaping this dynamic sector.
BRAND SPOTLIGHT: Gymshark Gymshark's Fashion Week Debut: Merging Fitness with High Fashion Gymshark dazzled at New York Fashion Week, introducing their Sweat collection with ambassador Lori Harvey. The event featured fitness and facial workouts, highlighting the brand's commitment to stylish, functional activewear. Harvey's fashion week appearances underscored her influence, while Gymshark's partnership aims to motivate fitness goals. Essence GU offers diverse content, from beauty to business, enriching readers' lifestyles.
NEW ATHLUXURY LINE Tiger Woods Launches 'The Hunt' with Sun Day Red Golf icon Tiger Woods unveils "The Hunt" his inaugural collection for SunDay Red, post-Nike era. The brand, in partnership with TaylorMade, introduces "athluxury" golf apparel and accessories, reflecting Woods' vision of functional fashion for athletes. With a direct-to-consumer debut and wholesale ambitions, Sun Day Red aims for global appeal, promising future special releases and prioritising athletic performance in design.
STRATEGIC EXPANSION Lululemon's Strategic Leap into India's Fitness Market Lululemon sets its sights on India, aiming to capitalise on the burgeoning demand for athleisure. With plans to establish a presence in Mumbai, Delhi, and Bangalore, the brand joins the ranks of international players in a market energised by a post-pandemic consumption boom. Lululemon's expansion is poised to amplify the growth of India's fitness and athleisure wear sector.
BRAND COLLABORATIONS: BODE X NIKE Bode's Nostalgic Nike Collab: A Tribute to Athletic Heritage Bode's collaboration with Nike reimagines the 1971 Astro Grabber shoe, blending luxury tailoring with athletic nostalgia. The collection, inspired by American sports culture and personal connections, celebrates sportsmanship and citizenship. With archival influences and handcrafted details, it honours historical athletic events and the positive impact of sports on personal growth, available now for sports and style enthusiasts alike.
BRAND COLLABORATIONS: ON X POST ARCHIVE FACTION On and PAF Unveil 'Current Form 1.0' in Seoul On's collaboration with Post Archive Faction launches 'Current Form 1.0' in Seoul, marking a strategic expansion into Asia-Pacific. The collection, featuring sleek trainers and athleisure wear, caters to the global market's shift towards comfort and style. With Roger Federer's backing and a focus on functionality, On and PAF blend technical innovation with streetwear aesthetics, resonating with the youth and athleisure trends.
SUSTAINABLE ACTIVEWEAR MARKET GROWTH Sustainable Athleisure's Bright Future: Market to Soar by 2031 The Sustainable Athleisure Market is set for a significant upswing, with a robust CAGR propelling its value to new heights by 2031. Driven by eco-friendly materials like organic cotton and bamboo fibers, and applications spanning from yoga to outdoor adventures, the market's growth is further bolstered by key players and technological advancements. North America remains a dominant force, with global trends and consumer behaviors shaping a dynamic future.
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