AW1213_Snow_Sports_Eco_Hedonism.html
- 1. A/W 12/13 SNOW SPORT: ECO HEDONISM
By Anne Prahl, WGSN, 10 May 2011
Mood
The urge to explore, venturing into untamed landscapes, presents new physical challenges for snow-sports enthusiasts,
resulting in the innovation of built-in protection and support technologies to suit these extreme conditions.
Rising awareness of the environmental impact of winter sports inspires a considered and optimised use of raw materials
and resources, resulting in a new, crafted luxury aesthetic in parallel with nature.
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- 2. Women's silhouettes
Outerwear is designed to be multifunctional across a variety of winter activities, as street-inspired styling ensures that
product is suitable for use on and off the slopes.
The trend for longer-length jackets produces tailored, slimline, yet fully functional parka styles. These often feature removable
battery-powered heating elements and built-in, multimedia communication and entertainment technologies to enhance the
wearer's comfort and safety.
The slim-fit snow pant is enhanced by articulated construction and the use of stretch materials to provide ultimate freedom of
movement.
The soft-shell gilet features built-in, ventilated internal pockets to fit ergonomically shaped foam protectors, which can be
removed for a more off-piste appeal.
Patchwork aesthetics, as seen on the blouson, are the result of designers foraging for factory waste or developing zero-waste
patterns, optimising the utilisation of materials and creating highly individual pieces.
Base-layer all-in-one
Soft-shell zip-through top
©WGSN 2011
- 8. Men's silhouettes
Outerwear is designed to be multifunctional across a variety of winter activities, as street-inspired styling ensures that
product is suitable for use on and off the slopes.
The trend for longer-length jackets produces tailored, fully functional parka styles to sit with slim pants. These often feature
removable battery-powered heating elements and built-in, multimedia communication and entertainment technologies to
enhance the wearer's comfort and safety.
The slimmer-leg snow pant are pre-articulated, while stretch panels built into the garment conform to the body's natural shape
while riding or skiing.
The base-layer top features built-in, ergonomically shaped impact protection for spine and kidneys.
Patchwork aesthetics, as seen on the slope shirt, are the result of designers foraging for factory waste or developing zero-waste
patterns, optimising the utilisation of materials and creating highly individual pieces.
Impact base-layer top
Patched pullover
©WGSN 2011
