Vintage Athletic-Prep Looks Fueled by Endurance Heritage
(TORONTO) – Leading sportswear brand Dunning introduces its Fall 2010 collection consisting entirely of high-performance tops, bottoms and multi-use layering pieces showcasing clean fits, 60’s inspired tailoring and vintage athletic-prep looks in a variety of heritage colors.
Available at finer retailers throughout North America – such as Bloomingdale’s, Nordstrom and Dunning retail stores – the collection incorporates a broad range of newly developed proprietary fabrics, fibers and blends created specifically for the autumn season. Fueled by the company’s longstanding connection to the triathlon and road riding communities, these hyper-advanced materials provide new levels of functionality for business, travel, sport and leisure outings.
Tested and trusted by Ironman® world champion Craig Alexander, the Fall 2010 collection offers regular and slim fits to suit a range of body types and style needs. These versatile garments are engineered from the yarn-up, meaning performance features are built-in and won’t wash- or wear-out after repeated use.
“All of these premium pieces are driven by classic sporting looks and the authentic prep aesthetic that’s always been at the core of our business,” says company founder Ralph Dunning. “For this season, we’ve really extended the boundaries of fabric technology while simultaneously maintaining a price-to-quality ratio that can’t be matched.”
Highlights of the new collection include:
- Stretch Thermal Hoodie
A classic hoodie engineered with advanced performance technology. Featuring a five-inch Dunning tour logo and a blend of polyester and spandex, this indispensible casual garment blocks wind while remaining highly breathable and offering permanent moisture management.
- Coolmax®/Merino High Collar Stripe Zip-Neck
A stylish, hyper-functional second-layer piece for the performance lifestyle. Showcasing an advanced new fabric blend developed in exclusive partnership with Invista, this unique top combines Coolmax®, Merino wool, polyester and spandex to create a machine-washable garment that functions under all conditions. Features include permanent moisture management, stretch and a three-inch high collar with a camlock zipper embroidered with the Dunning shield.
- Electric Counterpoint Jacket
A waterproof, high-performance, multi-sport / multi-use jacket for all conditions. Fully seam sealed, this lightweight garment uses a newly developed fabric to provide 20,000mm of waterproof protection. Additional features include a warm, comfortable fleece lining, four-way stretch, Velcro cuff closures for custom fit and a camlock zipper.
- Short Sleeve Gingham Woven
A versatile, short sleeve performance button down with a traditional hand. Showcasing a proprietary blend of cotton, Coolmax® and polyester, this sportshirt is quick to dry and extremely lightweight. Designed to help men look stylish and remain comfortable, it features vintage 60’s inspired slim-fit tailoring, superb wrinkle resistance, breathability, moisture-wicking and an open collar.
- Lycra Free-Fit Solid Woven
A staple dress shirt for every gentleman’s wardrobe. Featuring a new blend of cotton and lycra, this lightweight, long sleeve button down combines a classic look and feel with premium technical performance. Ideal for everyday use, it showcases an open collar and a close-cut slim fit with vintage 60’s inspired tailoring.
- Stretch Singlecut Polo
A lightweight, slim-fitting performance polo with a truly vintage look. Narrow in the shoulder and torso, the roots of this slim fit top can be traced directly to the classic polos that were commonplace in the 1960s. Its contrast, knit-in chest stripe detail, mid-bicep sleeve length, narrow placket and self collar make this an essential piece in any man’s wardrobe. The anti-microbial performance fabric provides superb breathability and moisture wicking.
- Check Tour Pant
A tailored-fit pant combining performance features with a classic look and feel. Ultra lightweight with a lower rise and narrow profile, this new five-pocket addition to the Dunning line combines technical polyester and spandex. Characteristics include four-way stretch, permanent moisture management and a superbly comfortable hand.
The Fall 2010 collection will begin shipping in July. For more information, please visit www.dunningsportswear.com or call 800.955.6528.
About Dunning Sportswear
Born from nearly two decades at the leading edge of performance apparel design and a family tradition of fine British garment making, Dunning Sportswear strikes the perfect balance between function and fashion.
Incorporating the same fabric technologies preferred by the world’s greatest athletes, our clothing is carefully crafted to provide unsurpassed levels of quality and year-round versatility.
Featuring clean silhouettes, athletic fits, timeless colors and vintage 60’s tailoring, Dunning is engineered to suit the demands of an active lifestyle.
Partnering with only the best mills and ISO 9001 facilities allows Dunning to provide total quality assurance and complete consistency of fit. Our technical fabrics are engineered from the yarn up, meaning that performance is built-in and won’t wash- or wear-out after repeated use.
Founded by Toronto native and life-long athlete Ralph Dunning, our company understands performance.
A road rider and Ironman® competitor, Dunning first garnered widespread acclaim in the 90’s for his Rip ‘n Hammer line of premium technical clothing for triathletes and cyclists. He also drew praise for work on behalf of some of the world’s largest and most authentic sports brands, including Saucony, GT Bicycles and Cervelo.
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