Polartec Just Announced This Year's Apex Design Award Winners

This year’s Polartec Apex Awards campaign focuses on the importance of versatility and functionality for today’s consumer.

polartec team
Chris Hornbecker

The Polartec Apex Design Awards celebrate the finest products made from Polartec fabric technologies. Polartec collaborates with the world's leading apparel brands, creating performance fabric technologies rooted in sustainable science for all conditions. The winning products are selected from hundreds of entries based on skilled and creative uses of the fabrics.

The theme of this year's awards campaign is “Mountain to Bar and Back Again.” The products that reflect this theme center on the importance of versatility and functionality for today's consumer — the outdoor enthusiast who wants apparel they can wear on the mountain during mother nature's worst and in town running errands.

Every year, the awards continue to recognize the very best in garment design and fabric innovation, and this year it is no different. Each winning product incorporates style and performance to create a garment that can handle the harshest environments.

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
66°North Kría Neoshell® Power Fill Parka
66°north kría neoshell® power fill parka
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Power Fill™, Polartec® NeoShell®

Designed by cold weather experts in Iceland, this parka performs for everything from extreme weather outdoor pursuits, to everyday life.

Price: $442

SHOP NOW

ABSNT theROBE
absnt therobe
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Power Air™

This premium and sustainable robe is made with performance fabric that is 100 percent recyclable and 25 percent lighter.

Not available until 2022

Nike ACG Therma-FIT “Wolf Tree” Allover Print Apparel from Nike ACG Holiday 2021 Collection
nike acg aop wolf tree hoodie
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Classic 200 Fleece

The resilient construction of the fleece creates air pockets for insulation, making it lightweight, warm and fast-drying.

Not available until November 18, 2021

And Wander alpha AIR T
and wander alpha air t
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Alpha®

Made with a fabric technology originally developed for US Special Forces, this tee offers a rare combination of lightweight warmth and true breathability.

SHOP NOW

Ariat Rebar Polartec Elite Series
ariat rebar polartec elite series
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Power Grid™, Polartec® Power Stretch®, Polartec® Hardface®, Polartec® Power Fill™

This collection introduces the first non-flame-resistant Polartec workwear collection for the “athletes of work.” The collection uses Polartec fabric technologies to create a unique thermoregulating layering system that can handle the harshest conditions.

SHOP NOW

Haglöfs High Loft Wool Jacket
haglöfs high loft wool jacket
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® High Loft™ Wool, Polartec® Power Wool™

A unique combination of Polartec wool materials combine in this Haglöfs jacket. High Loft™ is used on the shoulders and torso for thermoregulation and comfort, while Power Wool™ features on the arms and sides for increased stretch and range of motion. This is a warm jacket you can perform in.

SHOP NOW

Hikerkind Midlayer_01
hikerkind midlayer 01
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Power Air™

The Midlayer_01 is warm, yet lightweight and breathable, with four-way stretch and a soft hand feel, making it ideal as a hiking layer or stand-alone piece.

Price: $183

SHOP NOW

Moncler Grenoble Collection Softshell Jacket and Pants
moncler grenoble collection softshell jacket and pants
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® NeoShell®

This collection combines high-end fashion with performance technologies to create luxurious outdoor wear. With versatile performance and comfort, this tracksuit is perfect for the city and the mountain.

Not available until 2022

Norrøna falketind Alpha120 Zip Hood
norrøna falketind alpha120 zip hood
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Alpha®, Polartec® Power Grid™

This durable and lightweight mid-layer performs throughout cold mountain conditions when you need it most. Made with fabric that is engineered for advanced breathability and thermoregulation, it's perfect for high-intensity outdoor adventures.

Price: $189

SHOP NOW

Orvis PRO Sun Hoodie
orvis pro sun hoodie
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Power Grid™

This lightweight hoodie with inherent sun protection (UPF50+) is perfect for tropical sun and heat. Initially designed for fly fishing, the Sun Hoodie is an optimal moisture-wicking base layer foundation for all activities in all conditions.

Price: $98

SHOP NOW

P.A.M. Liveable Recycled Shearling Coat
pam liveable recycled shearling coat
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Thermal Pro®

This unique unisex coat is made with 100 percent post-consumer recycled (PCR) Polartec® Thermal Pro® shearling fleece. The warm yet lightweight performance fleece delivers the comfort and look of wool shearling with a vibrant pattern.

Price: $748

SHOP NOW

Sportful Total Comfort Jacket
sportful total comfort jacket
Chris Hornbecker

Materials: Polartec® Alpha® Direct, Polartec® NeoShell®

This is the perfect winter cycling jacket. In the interior, Polartec® Alpha® Direct active insulation regulates core body temperatures for advanced breathability. Plus, with comfort stretch and weather protection, this jacket will keep you on the road all winter long.

Price: $299

SHOP NOW

This content is created and maintained by a third party, and imported onto this page to help users provide their email addresses. You may be able to find more information about this and similar content at piano.io
Advertisement - Continue Reading Below
More From Style