Heading to the Wild -- The Design Development of Men's Running Clothing

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The outdoor and off-road running markets, including custom fitness apparel, are showing a rapid growth trend, with the rise of health and fitness awareness, the improvement of natural and environmental protection awareness, and the increase in related events and activities, including custom fitness apparel, all having a positive impact on this market. This article will combine the current trend of fashion, including custom fitness apparel, and provide theme styles, key silhouettes, and key design points to assist designers in developing and innovating, including custom fitness apparel.

Theme Style - Heading to the Wild

Cross country running and outdoor running are both challenging and adventurous sports. As the outdoor theme continues to spread, more and more runners are attracted to participate. Choose lightweight and weather resistant jackets to protect runners from adverse weather conditions. At the same time, pay attention to warmth to avoid body temperature imbalance caused by overheating and overheating. Pair them with water bag vests to facilitate carrying water or other beverages, To maintain a runner's hydration supply, choose fabrics with good breathability, moisture absorption, and sweat wicking to keep the body dry and comfortable. Quick drying items are essential to help runners cope with different environments and challenges, improve their running experience and comfort.

Quick-dry Printed Top

Abstract printing/logo text/breathable hollow out

The key parts are designed with breathable hollows to enhance the breathability of the top. The abstract pattern full print design adds a fashionable feel to the top, and adds brand or iconic logo text decoration to showcase the brand image or personal preferences.

Two-in-one Shorts

Mesh breathability/decor outer layer/contrasting dual color

Choose breathable materials with mesh, especially the design of the inner layer pants, to improve air circulation and sweat wicking effect. The design of the outer layer of the decor can increase the personalization of the shorts, and the use of contrasting colors between the inner and outer layers of the pants creates a sharp contrast. Highlight the layering and sportiness of shorts, and add highlights to the overall design.

Windproof Jacket

Adhesive tape for external application/lightweight protection/self storage pocket

Applying adhesive tapes on the outside not only enhances the windproof performance of the jacket, but also enriches its visual appearance. Choosing lightweight windproof materials to make the jacket reduces the burden of running. Self storing pockets make it easy for runners to store their jackets when they don't need them. This design can save space and be easy to carry.

Bottle Backpack

Bright color accessories/text decoration/highlighted monochrome

Add bright color accessories such as zippers, straps, or accessories to make the backpack more prominent during sports. Choosing a bright single color as the main color tone of the backpack can make it more eye-catching and prominent visually, and also improve safety. Add brand logos, slogans, etc. to make the backpack more recognizable and showcase the personal style and preferences of runners.

Protective Pants

Lightweight quick drying/reflective lines/zipper decoration

Choose lightweight and fast drying fabrics to make protective pants, providing runners with a comfortable wearing experience. Add reflective lines to the sides of the legs, knees, and other areas to improve safety during running. Using zippers for decoration not only enhances the fashion sense of pants, but also increases convenience.

Storage Pocket

Back waist pocket/self storage pocket/hidden fixed pocket

The back waist storage pocket is convenient for runners to carry necessary items with them, while not restricting their freedom of movement. The back pocket can be self stored to reduce weight, and the storage pocket is designed to be fixed and hidden to prevent items from falling or being stolen during running. This design can safely protect items while maintaining the cleanliness and aesthetics of clothing.

Minimalist Lines

Bright edge wrapping/eye-catching stitching/reflective lines

Decorating running clothing with eye-catching stitching can add dynamism to the overall design, adding reflective lines in key areas to improve safety during running. Wrapping with bright edges can enhance the visual effect of running clothing.

Adjustable Ropes

Hat adjustment/circumference adjustment/exquisite simplicity

Emphasizing functionality, easy adjustment, and a minimalist and exquisite appearance, ensuring that the strap on the hat can be easily adjusted, helps to secure the hat and provide a comfortable fit during running. Add a rope strap to the waist or lower foot position, adjust as needed, and avoid using too much or too thick rope strap material or hardware to avoid affecting free movement or causing unnecessary interference.

Brand Recommendation - KALEG

KALEG is a running sports brand in South Korea. This brand emphasizes the combination of sports technology and fashion style, providing running enthusiasts with high-quality sports equipment and clothing. It integrates sports technology into product design, adopts advanced materials and technology, and provides lightweight, breathable, moisture wicking and other functions to enhance the running experience. As a professional running brand, KALEG is committed to providing complete running solutions for running enthusiasts. Whether it's short or long distance running, KALEG has targeted products and recommendations that enable runners to effectively improve their running performance.

Brand Recommendation - Satisfy

The French luxury running brand satisfy running, founded by founder Brice Partouche, is different from professional sports brands that emphasize professionalism. satisfy was born to please oneself. They uphold new concepts such as "functionality", "recyclability", "natural fibers", and "running aesthetics", and reach core running enthusiasts through differentiated products, cutting-edge concepts, unique positioning, and sharp positioning.

Brand Recommendation - ON Running

ON Running is a global sports brand with running as its core, committed to bringing revolutionary running experiences to the world. The ON Running brand new 2023 autumn and winter series continues the On clothing design concept, focusing on providing a high-performance and low-key aesthetic design sports experience for sports enthusiasts in diverse scenarios. While maintaining warmth, inject lighter and simpler designs and weightless details to reduce the interference of clothing on the wearer's exercise process, allowing them to focus more on the uninhabited environment during exercise and experience a direct flow of motion in a state of selflessness.