# Experimental Activewear Fabrics ONU's Newest Collection Explores Fabrics Like Arlyte and Umorfil By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-08-05 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activewear-fabrics References: [wellandgood](https://www.wellandgood.com/good-looks/onu-jade-fish-collagen-collection/) & [onu.is](https://onu.is/pages/collection-3) For the creation of each of its new collections, ONU works with a different designer to create wildly innovative new ideas that offer an exploration of different activewear fabrics. For its 'Collection 3,' ONU worked with designer Karina Kulig to create 'Air and Light,' which takes inspiration from a geometric detail in Brazilian architecture that offers greater airflow and heat reduction. For the collection, ONU created two innovative activewear fabrics to capture the spirit of air and light; Arlyte is infused with a blend of nanoized jade, which "dissipates heat and absorbs it slowly, with sweat-wicking and [anti-odor properties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellen-patinatech-tshirt) to keep you cool and fresh." Umorfil is a [biodegradable fiber](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewed-protein) that comes from recycled fish scales, which boasts UV protection and moisture management properties. In ONU's Collection 3, these fabrics are used to create everything from t-shirts and trousers to jackets and dresses. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 20% | Activity: 66% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Innovative Activewear Fabrics:** New blends, like ONU's Arlyte infused with nanoized jade, offer disruptive opportunities for companies to create unique activewear. - **Eco-friendly Fabrics:** ONU's use of biodegradable Umorfil fiber, made from recycled fish scales, highlights a trend towards more sustainable fashion. - **Geometric-inspired Design:** ONU's collaboration with designer Karina Kulig showcases a trend towards incorporating architecture-inspired elements into fashion designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion and Apparel:** Opportunities for fashion brands to differentiate themselves by using innovative and sustainable fabrics. - **Sports and Fitness:** Opportunities to create activewear that incorporates heat reduction and moisture management properties using proprietary blends and environmentally friendly materials. - **Interior Design:** Trend of incorporating architecture-inspired elements like geometric patterns into fashion designs could also offer opportunities for interior designers, such as geometric-shaped textiles. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Activewear Lounge Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-motions-collection.md) - [Revolutionary Activewear Fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolia-activewear.md) - [Luxe Activewear Fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-active-unveils-luxform.md) - [High-Performance Women's Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/legendary-capsule-collection.md) - [Premium Activewear Fleece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/formafleece.md) - [Probiotic-Infused Athleisure](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coperni-c-collection.md) - [Advanced Athletic Fabrics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cordura-fabric.md) - [Athleisure Line Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-in-the-city.md) - [Sleek Recovery-Aiding Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hologenix.md)