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Lightweight Yarn Activewear

The Patagonia Men's Merino Air Hoody is Blended With Capilene Fiber

— January 12, 2016 — Fashion
The Men's Merino Air Hoody by performance wear brand Patagonia is a lightweight garment that is both cozy and comfortable for those wearing it. Featuring a Merino base layer, the fitted top boasts a loose-fitting neckline that extends into a cozy hood.

Patagonia's light-weight activewear range is made from heavy-duty Merino Wool materials that are blended with Capilene fiber. This apparel's breathable design is a result of natural materials that cool the body when warm while insulating it during cold weather conditions.

Ideal for hikers or runners, these high-performance activewear garments are available in three colors -- a blue. grey and neon green variety -- and are stylish to boot making them the perfect transitional piece that can be worn both as a fitness essential or as a casual clothing staple.
Trend Themes
1. Lightweight Activewear - The lightweight construction of activewear allows for increased mobility and comfort, making it a disruptive innovation in the fitness apparel industry.
2. Merino Wool Blends - The use of Merino Wool blended with Capilene fiber creates a unique combination of functionality and comfort, presenting disruptive innovation opportunities in the textile industry.
3. Performance-focused Design - The focus on performance in the design of activewear garments offers opportunities for disruptive innovation in the athletic apparel market.
Industry Implications
1. Fitness Apparel - The lightweight, high-performance activewear is ideal for the fitness apparel industry, providing disruptive innovation in terms of comfort and functionality.
2. Textile - The blending of Merino Wool with Capilene fiber presents disruptive innovation opportunities for the textile industry, combining natural materials with advanced functionality.
3. Athletic Apparel - The performance-focused design of activewear garments offers disruptive innovation possibilities within the athletic apparel industry, catering to the needs of active individuals.
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