These protective fashion innovations range from anti-bacterial t-shirts to privacy-focused outerwear. Whether seeking protection from the outdoor elements, pollution or harmful bacteria, consumers are desiring function and performance more than ever, leaving clothing centered around aesthetics alone behind.
In addition to the ongoing climate crisis, global health issues like the COVID-19 pandemic have lead many to be more aware of pollutants and airborne bacteria. While examples like the Bat Hood by South Korean fashion label 99%IS- conceal one's face to provide privacy and combat rain and wind, others like the Boundary Supply Chase Pant are made with recycled fabric and work to regulate temperatures to ensure wearers are comfortable.
Other protective fashions to note include the Airinum Urban Air Mask -- an air filtration mask that is worn over the nose and mouth, protecting from pollution, allergens and bacteria one would breath in outdoors. The mask is equipped with a five-layer filtration system and features two ventilation valves.
35 Examples of Protective Fashion
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Five-Layer Filter Masks
The Airinum Urban Air Mask Filters Pollution, Bacteria and More
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Post-Climate Change Fashion Runways
Marine Serre Embraces an Apocalyptic Style for SS 2020
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Botanically Infused Face Masks
The 'AusAir' Face Mask Has a Subtle Fragrance
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Stylish Cyclist Breathing Masks
The Rare Bird London Pollution Masks Protect Urban Cyclists
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Durable All-Weather Jackets
Vollebak's 100 Year Jacket Boasts a Highly Waterproof Design
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Spacesuit-Inspired Down Jackets
UNDERCOVER's Astronaut Jacket is Packed with Space References
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Minimalist Antitheft Knapsacks
The 'ClickPack X' from Korin Design Has an Ultra-Durable Aesthetic
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Waterproof Indestructible Hoodies
The Latest Vollebak 100 Year Hoodie Protects from the Elements
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Space Exploration Privacy Jackets
The Vollebak Deep Sleep Cocoon Lets Wearers Rest from Anywhere
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Prehistoric Human-Inspired Outerwear
The Vollebak 50,000 BC Jacket Has a Four-Layer Construction
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Functional Technical Padded Gilets
A-COLD-WALL* Launches a Hooded Technical Padded Overcoat
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Winter-Ready Outdoor Accessories
Snow Peak's FW19 Collection Features Cozy Design Elements
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Waterproof Slip-On Sneakers
Vessi Footwear's Everyday Slip-Ons Boast Patented Dyma-tex Fabric
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Functional Field-Ready Jackets
The Bridge & Burn Fraser Jacket Provides Premium Element Protection
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Versatile Extreme Temperature Mittens
The Give’r Frontier Mittens are Ultra-Durable and Insulated
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Self-Cleaning Travel T-Shirts
The 'Apollo' T-Shirt Boasts 25 Benefits
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Goggle-Like Adventurer Sunglasses
The Oakley Clifden Mountaineering Sunglasses are Protective
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Heated Carbon Fiber Outerwear
The 'HOMI' Jacket Offers On-Demand Heating
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Unconventional Oversized Hybrid Overcoats
Rick Owen's ParkaPoncho is an Uncomprised Menswear Shape
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Ulcer-Detecting Insoles
Bonbouton Developed a Graphene-Based Smart Insole to Help Diabetics
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Avant-Garde Insulated Apparel
Snow Peak Introduced its Elevated Spring Collection
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Seam-Sealed Winter Sport Jackets
The Aether Stealth Snow Jacket is Waterproof, Windproof and More
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Laceration-Resistant Sweaters
The SlashPRO Slash Resistant V-Neck Sweatshirt is Ultra-Protective
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Temperature-Responsive Jackets
Skyscrape's Adaptable Jackets Get Warmer as Temperatures Drop
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Lightweight Camouflage Ponchos
BAPE Introduces the ABC CAMO Rain Poncho for Urban Exploration
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Reflective Moon-Printed Masks
Marine Serre's Reflective All Over Moon Face Mask is Unconventional
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Six-in-One Jacket Styles
The 'SMOL' All-Weather Reversible Jacket Offers an Array of Functions
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Sleek Face-Covering Hoods
99%IS- Introduces a Bat Hook With Concealing Components
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Triple-Layer Graphene Jackets
The 'GRAPHITY' Jacket Has a Windproof and Waterproof Design
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Temperature-Regulating Travel Pants
The Boundary Supply Chase Pants are Made with Recycled Fabric
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Call-Taking Winter Gloves
The KJUS Bluetooth Gloves Lets Users Take Calls without Their Phone
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Insulated Waterproof Hiking Boots
The Laplander Ultradry is an Insulated, Waterproof Women’s Boot
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Apocalyptic Apparel Collections
'Unfortunately, Ready to Wear' Adresses Climate Change Via Fashion
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Power-Heated Graphene Coats
The Humbgo XG Jacket Boasts Graphene Nanotech Material for Extra Heat
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Pollution-Detecting Wetsuits
The Vissla 'Rising Seas Wetsuit' Warns Surfers of Pollutants
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Outdoor-Focused Travel Essentials
Away's F.A.R. Collection Features Unique Travel Essentials
Bacteria-Stitched Lab-Grown Shoes
Modern Synthesis Uses Plant Waste to Grow Microbial Textiles
Sophisticated Sustainable Fashion Collections
Filippa K Launched Its 2022 Autumn/Winter Line
Water-Inspired Sustainable Fashion
Craghoppers Unveils a New Collection for the SS23 Season
Self-Cleaning Smartphone Cases
The Star Photon Innovations 'Titan' Neutralizes Bacteria
Shark-Inspired Streetwear Apparel
Doublet Launches a Cheeky Fashion Collection in 2023
Bulletproof Workwear Styles
The Bulletproof Everyone Armored Carhartt is Subtly Protective
Graphene-Infused Loungewear
The 'Huggi' Loungewear Features Thermoregulating Fibers
Chic Sustainable Swimwear Designs
MABI Swimwear Debuted the Gaia Capsule Collection
Luxury Statement Outerwear
Canada Goose and Reformation Join Forces on a New Collection
Technical Comfort-Focused Apparel
The NOMATIC Outset Apparel Collection Has Four Styles
Collaboration Outdoor Clothing Collections
The 2023 Filson x Ten Thousand Collection is Rugged
Buddhist-Themed Utilitarian Streetwear
maharishi's New Capsule is Inspired by Buddhism & Halloween
High-Tech Air-Purifying Masks
Dyson Launches Headphones and an Air Purifying Device in One
Professional Extreme Weather Outerwear
The Vollebak Titan Collection Features NASA Parachutes
Ultra-Stylish Active Clothing
OTTI Debuts a Range of New Head-Turning Athletic Pieces
Wearable Allergy-Alleviating Purifiers
The Respiray Wear A+ Wearable Allergy Filter is Effective
Aerodynamic Filtration Face Masks
The Conceptual G.O.A. Face Protector is Stylishly Designed
Luxury Technical Clothing Lines
Y-3 Embraces Performance-Driven Fabrics and Luxury
Vintage-Tinged Militaristic Apparel
The maharishi Spring 2023 Capsule is Inspired by Retro Themes
Stylish Performance Uniforms
Welles Balances Sustainability, Comfort, and Style
Bullet-Resistant Leisurewear
Mother Goods' Leisurewear Brings Awareness to Gun Violence
Sustainable Clothing Capsules
UNIQLO Launches 'JOIN: THE POWER OF CLOTHING' Campaign
Rule-Breaking Fashion Labels
A Better Mistake Melds the Worlds of Music, Art, and Fashion
Futuristic Heat-Resistant Apparel
Always x Nasiba Hafiz Launch the World’s ‘Coolest’ Fashion Line
Durable Anti-Insect Clothing Lines
Craghoppers' Nosi Life Collection Boasts Anti-Insect Clothing
Stylish UPF Clothing
Claudent Combines Sun Protection with Ultra-Stylish Sensibilities
Digital Streetwear Collaborations
The Fabricant x Highsnobiety Dropped During Paris Fashion Week
Elegant French T-Shirts
MUJI Recently Released a Stylish and Moisture-Wicking Silhouette
Collaborative Technical Apparel Capsule
UNDERCOVER and The North Face Join on a New Collection
High-Fashion Shoe Covers
Dior's New B31 Model Comes with a Protective Shoe Cover
Breathable Fall Technical Fashion
KRAKATAU Launches DAMAGE SUPPRESSOR for the FW22 Season
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond Dropped Three Hoodies with Physical & Digital Elements
Non-Gender-Conforming Spring Fashion
UNDERCOVER Unveils its New SS23 Collection During PFW
Elegant Women’s Outerwear
Bernardo Fashions is a New York-Based Brand with Striking Designs
Technically Focused Weather-Ready Apparel
Bene Culture Presents its Latest Capsule for SS23
Retro-Inspired Tactical Outerwear
The North Face Low-Fi Hi-Tek Collection Has Modern Materials
Drinking Water-Generating Jackets
Pavel Hedström Designs the New Fog X Jacket that Collects Fog
Avant-Garde Designer Bags
HEX Repels Water and Dirt Marks So Your Style is Never Compromised
Fashionable Phygital Coats
Private Policy AW23 Took to the Metaverse
Bacterial Cellulose Jackets
Ganni & Polybion Created an Alt-Leather Jacket Grown by Bacteria
Technical Fall-Ready Fashion
Stone Island Continues to Grow its Icon Imagery Collection
Anti-AI Fashion
BODY404 Speaks to Gen Z with Original Styles & Designers
Luxurious Canadian Athleticwear
First Health Apparel Was Designed for Comfort and Flexibility
Sustainable Personalized T-Shirts
The Cottongin Bravery Edition Tailored T-Shirt is Ultra-Soft
100% Recyclable Lab Coats
AmorSui Introduces Recyclable Lab Coat with Advanced Protection Features
Adaptive Modern Limited Outerwear
Ten c Presents its New Range of Apparel for the Season
Durable Material Layered Fashion
Meanswhile Prepares for FW22 with the Overprotective Collection
Durable Outdoor-Centric Lifestyle Apparel
The North Face Presents the Ripstop Collection
Cooling Antibacterial Apparel
Popilush Bluetag Uses Fabric Derived from Oyster Shells
Proprietary Fabric Shirt Designs
The Vollebak Off Grid Shirt Will Last for Decades
Adventurous Hunting-Themed Fashion
HUMAN MADE Launches the New HUNTING Capsule for Fall 2022
Military-Style Technical Apparel
Meanswhile Reveals the 'Overprotection' Fall/Winter Collection
Tech Brand Apparel Collections
Nothing Apparel Shows Off its First Drop with a Hat and Coat
Fall-Centric Experimental Apparel
The North Face Urban Exploration Launches Urban Geology
Fighter Pilot-Inspired Apparel
maharishi Unveils Its New 'Experimental Flight' Collection
Preventative Odor-Blocking Sprays
The 'SWIFF' Odor Protection Spray Lasts Up to Five Washes
Exaggerated Spring-Ready Avant-Garde Fashion
Rick Owens Presents the EDFU Collection for SS23
Boldly Patterned Puffer Jackets
The Very Warm Puffer Jackets Come in a Range of Styles
Sophisticated Technical Fall Fashion
Kaptain Sunshine Presents its New Range for the FW23 Season
Sweat Mark T-Shirts
This Summer Clothing Range Has Printed Designs That Resemble Sweat
Outdoorsy Fall-Themed Streetwear
Gramicci Introduces its New Collection of Vibrant FW22 Designs
Textile Fashion Exhibitions
New Order of Fashion Presents Regeneration: Fashion From The Ground Up
Soil Alternative-Leather Clothing Capsules
Yuhan Bai Releases the Soil Project Collection
Sustainable Beach-Ready Attire
Carve Designs' Swim Coverups are Multifunctional
Packable UV Protection Garments
The UNIQLO UV Protection 3D Cut Pocketable Parka is Ultra-Portable
Technical Wilderness-Ready Activewear
The Huckberry x Proof 72-Hour Collection is Durable
Functional Fitted Apparel
A.A. Spectrum Tackles Personal Stories with the 'GEOFLOWPOLIS' Capsule
Collaborative Outdoor Gorp Apparel
The North Face and Online Ceramics Work on a Capsule
Interactive Phygital Hoodies
Beyond's Phygital Fashion Capsule Can Be Tried on with AR
Self-Referencing Fashion Collections
For Fall/Winter 2023, UNDERCOVER is Reimagining Old Design
Multifunctional Performance Apparel
The côte&ciel FW23 Range is Visually Striking and Practical
Biomaterial Bathrobe Coats
LUNAFORM Debuted on the Balenciaga Summer 24 Runway
Cooling Pregnant Fashion Lines
Ingrid + Isabel Ensures Comfort & Style with the Cooling Collection
Shape-Shifting Vest Designs
TerraOmni Vest (1) Offers a Range of Features to On-the-Go Adventurers
Wearable Poncho-Style Tents
The OneTigris 'TENTSFORMER' Protects from Rainfall and More
Premium Technical Layering Apparel
Seven by Seven Unveils its New Capsule for the FW22 Season
China-Inspired Technical Apparel
Purple Mountain Observatory Launches its New Capsule
Elevated Lifestyle-Focused Apparel
Nanamica Debuts Its Fall/Winter 2022 Collection
Rugged Fashion-Forward Jackets
FJackets Marries Form and Function With its Diverse Collection
Outerwear-Centric Fall Fashion
Bene Culture Presents its Latest Collection for the Season
Stylish Weatherized Apparel
Snow Peak Unveils Its Primeflex-Equipped AW22 Collection
Stylish Windproof Fashion Capsules
Haven's GORE-TEX INFINIUM WINDSTOPPER Range is Chic
Minimalistic Fall Utility Garments
UNIQLO Launches a Gender-Neutral Collection for Fall 2022
Active Period Underwear
PUMA x Modibodi Supports Maximum Protection and Performance
Nature-Themed City Apparel
The North Face Launches the Urban Ecology Collection
Wearable Blanket Hoodies
Bedsure's Full Zipper Series Transforms into Coats, PJs and More
Biotech Base Layers
These Bio-Based Base Layers are Made with Planet-Friendly Fabrics
Earth-Toned Technical Garments
Hyein Seo Releases an Incredibly Minimalist Technical Fashion Line
Plastic-Free Compostable Sportswear
Community Clothing's Organic Athletic Uses Natural Materials
Fall-Ready Functional Garments
Moncler Grenoble Focuses on Lightweight Apparel for Fall 2022
Rave-Ready Spring Fashion Capsules
Private Policy's Noah's Arch Collection Prepares for SS23
Spring-Ready Tecnical Garments
_J.L-A.L_ Presents its Latest Collection Designed for SS24
Neutral-Toned Utilitarian Garments
C.P. Company Debuts a New Industrial-Themed Collection
Fall-Ready Reflective Balaclavas
Robyn Lynch Presents Two New Tonal Balaclavas for FW22
Adaptive Senior Fashion
Joe & Bella Specializes in Modern, Adaptive Fashion for Seniors
Health-Monitoring Activewear Fabrics
This Fabric Sensing System is Integrated with Electrodes
Viral Oversized Waistband Hoodies
Unfinished Apparel Aims to Support Mental Health Awareness
Recycled Plastic Puffer Jackets
The FUTUREPUFFER SIGNATURE Won a PETA Vegan Fashion Award
Spring-Centric Technical Fashion
HYKE Presents a Look at its New Collection for SS24
Eco Sweatsuit Collections
Champion's Styles with CiCLO Tech Reduce Microplastic Pollution
Sustainable Period-Proof Swimwear
The Triangle One Piece from Pantys Boasts Carbon Neutral Fabrics
Rugged Winter-Ready Apparel
ROA Presents its Winter Collection with Functional Looks
360-Degree Breathability Running Jackets
The LØPER Multifunctional Trail Running Jacket is Sleek
Breathable Bamboo Sanitary Products
KNH Releases a Series of Bamboo Sanitary Products for Women
Performance Apparel Collections
Elevate Your Fall Style with Free Fly's Essential Layers Series
Technical Weatherproof Jacket Designs
KÜHL The One Shell Has a Durable Three-Layer Construction
Antibacterial Extra-Long Pads
SOFY AntiBacteria 99.9% Keeps You Safe from Leakage
Germ-Killing Clothing Cleaners
The Conceptual 'FOL:U' Clothing Care Appliance Sterilizes Garments
Urban Hiking-Themed Spring Fashion
ROA Presents its Newest Capsule Designed for SS24
Collaborative Gorpcore-Themed Apparel
IVY PARK and adidas Continue to Grow its Expansive Capsule
Versatile Spring-Ready Outerwear
and wander Presents its New Collection for the SS23 Season
Inflatable Spring-Ready Latex Clothing
HARRI's SS23 Capsule of Latex Apparel is Available Now
Sophisticated Functional Puffer Vests
Pretty Rugged Introduces the Pretty Puffer Vest
Contemporary Functional Fall Fashion
Arc'Teryx Veilance Unveils its New Urban Capsule for FW22
3D-Printed Dynamic Couture Fashion
Balenciaga's Latest Couture Collection Highlights Armour
Biological Recycling Parkas
Stella McCartney & Protein Evolution Create Designs with AI & Biology
Sustainable Technical Fashion
Napajiri Launches the Be Out There Capsule for the FW22 Season
NYC Fall-Ready Militaristic Streetwear
maharishi Presents the Art of the Invisible Warrior
Functional Militaristic Fall Apparel
maharishi Presents its New Campaign for the FW23 Season
Sustainable Warm Parka Designs
Patagonia Presents a Look at the Eco-Friendly Stormshadow Parka
Ultra-Sustainable Monochromatic Apparel
Timberland Unveiled its New ‘Comfort from Nature’ Line
Online Sustainable Fashion Toolkits
Fashion Takes Action Features an Important Resource
Sustainable Fall-Centric Outerwear
Supreme and Griffin Studios Join Forces on a Seasonal Capsule
Canadian-Inspired Outdoor Wear
Good For Sunday Released Its FW22 Collection
Hydrophobic Technical Tees
The 'Senshomi' Tees Are Breathable, Soft and Reliably Stainproof
Park-Inspired Outdoor Fashion Capsules
Parks Project Sets out to Preserve National Parks
Discreet Technical Fall Fashion
Stone Island Delivers Ghost Pieces Collection for the FW22 Season
Slick High-Performance Outdoor Apparel
And Wander Launches Its Spring/Summer 2023 Capsule
Leakproof Period Undergarments
Thinx Underwear Now Has LeakSafe Barrier Technology
Contemporary Workwear-Inspired Fashion
Madhappy Debuted Its Utility-Focused Pre-Fall 2023 Range
Progressive Fabric Spring Fashion
Albion Unveils the Zoa Collection for the SS23 Season
Color-Changing Fall Fashion
Anrealage Unveils New Clothing Designs at Paris Fashion Week
Tailored Sophisticated Fleece Designs
Nike Japan Engineered the Tech Fleece Reimagined Series
Airy Apparel Collections
The 'AIRism' Collection Comprises Comfortably Sweat-Wicking Fabrics
Light Colored Puffy Outerwear
Unknown Debuts New Drop, Featuring Puffer Jackets and Vests
Statement-Making Technical Jackets
The Palace x Baracuta Delivers GORE-TEX Outerwear
Cold-Combatting Skate Streetwear
TIGHTBOOTH Presents its Latest Capsule for the FW22 Season
Bug Repellent Clothing Lines
Pang Wangle Caters to the Fashion and Eco-Conscious Individual
Playful Sun-Safe Garments
SwimZip Offers a Range of Sun-Safe Products for Children