# Icelandic-Inspired Tights The Nike 'Reykjavik Rave' Leggings Explode with Life By Katie Pagnotta | Published 2013-01-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-reyjavik-rave-leggings References: [highsnobette](http://www.highsnobette.com/news/2013/01/24/nike-reykjavik-rave-leggings/) & [store.nike](http://store.nike.com/us/en_us) The [Nike](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-wave) 'Reykjavik Rave' leggings are [bright, boldly patterned](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ski-collection-1) and the perfect athletic bottoms. The brilliant and beautifully printed tights were constructed by Nike designer Ryan Noon. The inspiration for the outlandish leggings came from [traditional Icelandic fisherman knit patterns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flyknit-venture). Up close the pattern appears to resemble a series of interwoven tubes. The print and colors are explosive and will make any athlete stand out. The tights are meant to be a reflection of lava, ice, wind and rain in Reykjavik. The leggings literally burst to life and also, come in a cropped boyshort version. Both the leggings and shorts come with a stretchy black elastic waistband and are ideal for running and yoga. The Nike 'Reykjavik Rave' leggings are wild, athletic and expressive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.2/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Printed Leggings:** Explosive and boldly patterned leggings offer opportunities for disruptive innovation in the athletic apparel industry. - **Icelandic-inspired Designs:** Taking inspiration from traditional Icelandic patterns opens up possibilities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Athletic Self-expression:** The trend of wild and expressive athletic wear creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the sportswear market. ### Who This Affects Most - **Athletic Apparel:** Explorative designs and new patterns in athletic leggings provide opportunities for disruptive innovation in the athletic apparel industry. - **Fashion:** Incorporating traditional Icelandic designs into fashion presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry. - **Sportswear:** The demand for wild and expressive athletic wear creates opportunities for disruptive innovation in the sportswear market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Performance Functional Leggings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tighties.md) - [Advanced Runner Compression Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bandit-superbeam-half-tights.md) - [Dynamic Layered Bright Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-wave.md) - [Icy-Inspired Textural Golf Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-pegasus-89-g.md) - [Vibrant Beauty-Inspired Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-x-milk-makeup.md) - [Tech-Enhanced Athlete Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athletes-warmup-and-recovery.md) - [Style-Minded Workout Equipment](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-strength-volt-collection.md) - [Off-Grid Urbanite Fleece Garments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nike-boreas.md) - [Dynamic Thigh-High Tech Sneakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/voo-store-1.md)