SUSTAINABLE IN SNOW
Whether your sights are set on an après outfit, sleek skiwear or an iconic snowboarding ensemble fit for St. Mortiz, feminine fashion meets elevated function in P.E Nation’s first ever standalone and sustainable snow line. Disrupting the digital fashion space and launching simultaneously with snow on October 29, 2020, P.E. Nation will debut a custom created Instagram filter which will transport you into an international snow environment where you can ‘try on’ selected garments from this original collection.
Developed in collaboration with creative agency Andpeople and the globally recognised team behind the Institute of Digital Fashion - who individually cite Alexander Wang and others as esteemed clients – P.E. Nation acknowledges that in a year which has seen considerable change, the digital sphere plays a significant role in rewriting the rules within the fashion industry. The push for the elimination of textile waste has encouraged brands to create digital clothing and while in its infancy on a global scale, advocates for sustainable production..
The current state of play within the sector has provided P.E. Nation with an opportunity to push tech-use toward a more sustainable future; to digitally reinvent and showcase fashion in new and innovative ways; to produce digital products that function, respond and behave as they would in physical spaces; and to re-imagine our seasonal launch by bringing the social escape of the ski slopes to our customers.
We’re living and working within a new societal normcore on a global scale. Products are no longer limited to curated imagery and look books, but rather experiences that have augmented the way our customers interact and engage with them. Winter, for example, represents a seasonal moment of expression, an escape to the annual snow-covered pilgrimage; naturally this year with global and domestic travel bans in place, the season as we know it will be different. Enter the Sustainable in Snow concept, which uses augmented reality to take people on an escape, and to transport them into another world.
The user journey begins by accessing a filter via the P.E. Nation Instagram account. Functioning similarly to the augmented reality (AR) filters currently found on Instagram, the P.E Nation filter enables users to digitally trial three key pieces from the collection. Users can then tailor their look by virtually ‘wearing’ the collection; and by entering a 360-degree universe, the filter will transfer you to a P.E. branded snow environment. Customers can then purchase their chosen outfit directly from P.E. Nation’s online store.
While the filter focuses on three title snow jackets, the collection in its entirety features sixteen exclusive designs which blend P.E. Nation’s distinct mix of sleek colourway with chunky knits, timeless base layers and high performance, technical snow wear. When it comes to environmental action, we appreciate that one of the most effective ways we can have a positive impact is to choose fabrics that are sustainable. We are committed to our objective of implementing change and have remained focussed on employing developed and tested sustainable fabrics throughout our offering. By raising the benchmark with a sustainable snow collection that encompasses sweat-wicking, odour-protecting, and quick-drying recycled materials, this eco capsule represents a new frontier for P.E. Nation.
Encapsulating the feminine, P.E. Nation Co-Founders Pip Edwards and Claire Tregoning have taken a classic yet fearless approach to this collection by utilising contrasting colours alongside neutrals that are invocative of the surrounding mountainous landscape. Ticking off the technical while combatting the wind chill in style, this full ski collection represents the ultimate edit of fashion-meets-skiwear for skiers and snowboarders alike.
Base layers are constructed using internal polar fleece, the bonded legging features an elastic stirrup; mid-layer pieces are made from 100% Merino wool; cropped organic cotton hoodies are fabricated with brushed fleece, while our Mohair jumper will elevate the wardrobe of those seeking a fireside glass of Vin Chaud.
Wear tested for functionality, why not slalom in our red/pink ski ensemble which includes stretch pants, and a jacket with detachable faux fur and hood; or opt for our classic all-in-one black and white stretch overalls with longer line jacket. Featuring a tom-boy boxy jacket, our loose fit unisex snowboard suit can be worn high waisted or low slung. All ski suits are made from a recycled polyester mix, with recycled polyester fill. Stamp your style and interchange these looks; either way, these winter staples will wear just as comfortably on the mountain, as they will off the slopes. Featuring model Jaime Ridge, the P.E. Nation ‘Sustainable in Snow’ Collection was shot on location at Belleayre Mountain, in Upstate New York. ‘Sustainable in Snow’ is colourful, classic and conscious. Because who says winter has to be bleak and boring?
‘Sustainable in Snow’ is colourful, classic and conscious. Access the filter @p.e.nation, and try on selected pieces today.
