UYN (Unleash Your Nature), has released its new Biotech collection. The Italian brand’s new collection of technical underwear and socks are made from… ‘fibres derived from nature and enhanced through technology; and aim to bring sportswear into a new post-synthetic era.’
The Bio-tech collection has been launched as part of UYN’s continued mission to reduce dependence on synthetic, petroleum-derived fibres with a high environmental impact, while at the same time offering performance in terms of durability, freedom of movement, breathability and temperature regulation.
Marco Redini, CEO of UYN, said “Nature, technology and science are the three pillars that inspire our new developments and express the brand’s philosophy.
“The new collection is the result of research at our pioneering research academy, AREAS. Our intention is to lead the way in the apparel industry by pushing our sustainability policies further, and creating garments which are both high performances, and don’t damage the environment.”
Biotech products have been put through their paces in collaboration with elite athletes, who have tested the collection in a range of sport disciplines and weather conditions – including road and trail running; endurance cycling; and on the snowy peaks with national ski teams.
The collection is made from next-generation biomaterials – focused around five core bio-based fibres developed by UYN – Kapok, Flexicorn, Biolight, Ecolypt and Natex. The range itself has three new model lines – Energyon Biotech, Evolutyon Biotech and Fusyon Biotech.
- Energyon Biotech – underwear for high intensity activities at medium temperatures. Made with Natex and Ecolypt yarn the garments are designed to keep the wearer cool and dry.
- Evolutyon Biotech – designed for sports activities in medium to cold temperatures. The ultra-lightweight Kapok fibres help to regulate body temperature by cooling the athlete during activity and warming them whilst idle. Biolight yarn contributes to high breathability, and Flexicorn offers a body-hugging and comfortable fit.
- Fusyon Biotech – created from a combination of extra-fine merino wool, Ecolypt, Natex and Flexicorn for ‘high thermal power’. For low-temperature activities, Fusyon biotech envelops the body with comfort and adapts to movement.
All three collections include a long-sleeved shirt, long pants and 3/4-length pants. Each garment is made from a 99% mix of bio-fibres that replace traditional synthetic fibres – with around 1% of elastane and polypropylene inside, primarily in the waistband area, and not in contact with the skin.
