The debut Nike ski collection by the French label Jacquemus is a brave new world. Jacquemus' Nike skiwear is quintessentially Jacquemus, showcasing classic shapes informed by clean lines, interrupted only by splashes of warm, sunny color. As you can see, this is quite literally peak Jacquemus.
The Jacquemus-branded goggles and skis, created in partnership with nearly 60-year-old skiwear imprint LACROIX, are pinnacle ski-to-street flex. Note that these will launch December 1st.
The typical Jacquemus collection is rich with organic textiles, like soft silks, drapey cotton poplins, flowing wool, maybe a dash of rugged canvas. The most technical garment it offers at any given time? Swim trunks made of quick-dry polyester.
But Jacquemus' Nike collaborations are reason to explore new frontiers. Here, Jacquemus is slaloming deep into the performance category, a realm it traversed in prior Nike collaborations. But for the sake of creating proper skiwear, Jacquemus for the first time jumped into the high-spec realm of waterproof, weather-fighting, heat-trapping textiles.
“Working with technical fabrics ... and bringing forward a minimal and modern execution was a super interesting process for me, in the Jacquemus way,” Simon Porte Jacquemus added.
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In a Jacquemus way indeed. That triple-layered GORE-TEX ski jacket isn't just voluminous for looks - well, maybe a little for looks: In its release, Nike notes the garments' "beautiful tailoring." - but for the sake of obscuring a Primaloft bomber jacket that can be zipped out and worn separately, simultaneously amplifying the insulation and styling opps.
This is peak Jacquemus, as far as functionality is concerned, so it's unsurprisingly smart, stylish stuff. Stylish enough, in fact, that it's worth underscoring that it's also the toughest Jacquemus gear ever designed.
Key Features of the Collection
- GORE-TEX Ski Jacket: Triple-layered for superior weather protection.
- Primaloft Bomber Jacket: Can be zipped out and worn separately for added insulation and styling options.
- LACROIX Partnership: Jacquemus-branded goggles and skis for ultimate ski-to-street style.
- Technical Fabrics: Waterproof, weather-fighting, and heat-trapping materials.
Here's a table summarizing the key aspects of the Jacquemus x Nike ski collection:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Design Philosophy | Classic shapes with clean lines and warm color accents |
| Technical Fabrics | GORE-TEX, Primaloft |
| Partnership | LACROIX (goggles and skis) |
| Target Audience | Fashion-conscious individuals seeking high-performance skiwear |
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