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Beauty in motion, breathing deep and feeling wonderful in Aktiv Sustainable Yoga Wear
From the ocean to the mountains and everywhere in between. We all deserve clean water, clean air, and so do our heirs. What will you change to make our planet a better place? Meditation. Mindfulness. Exercising deliberately with purpose. Engaging your core and maintaining proper posture while you move is much more difficult than most people realize. Leggings, while the height of comfort, are truly designed so you can check your body’s alignment. Of course, there’s no reason why you can’t do all of this while wearing Aktiv’s sustainable, sumptuous fabrics too!
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Shop Aktiv collection of yoga wear. Sustainable workout clothing for your yoga, barre, or pilates practice. Bra tops, crop tops, tees, leggings, and shorts. High-performance Scandinavian athleisure wear.
Core Charge Racerback Singlet by Craft
Core Charge Racerback Singlet is a tight-fitting training singlet suitable for most types of workouts. The singlet is made of soft and functional recycled polyester and elastane jersey. Multi-training concept – Charge is a multi-training concept that fuses high-intensity workouts with street fashion to make a bold statement at the gym, in the urban nature and elsewhere.
Advanced Charge Perforated Tights by Craft
ADV Charge Perforated Tights are advanced training tights with high waist and wide waistband for optimal comfort during intense workouts. For even more comfort, the tights are made of soft, peached polyester and elastane jersey with great pullback. Perforated details offer enhanced ventilation.
New and exclusive in the US to Aktiv, the Vanilla Shanti Yoga One-Piece Bodysuit is an eco-friendly second skin unitard with a flattering high waist. Playful and feminine with a touch of adventure, this yoga bodysuit easily goes from the yoga studio to the office to a night out.Made of 100% ECONYL® Regenerated Nylon, a light, breathable and moisture-wicking material with a touch of stretch.
Ane Half-Zip by Kari Traa
The Kari Traa Ane Half-Zip is a women’s training jacket with light insulation and a comfy brushed inside. Feeling the heat? Then take down the stylish asymmetric half-zip to ventilate – the mesh insert stops it from getting too chilly. Slip your thumbs into the thumb holes for a reassuringly snug hold and to stop wind gusts sneaking up your sleeves. The dropped back hem has your bottom covered.
Verner by Sandqvist
A durable backpack that is perfect for the gym or short trips, made from recycled fibers.
- Zippered external shoe compartment
- Hidden external access to 13″ laptop sleeve
- Removable sternum strap
- Multiple inner zip pockets
- Key loop
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Side zippered pockets for items you want to get to quickly
Deep Shade Bra Top by Moonchild Yoga Wear
The midnight blue of a star chart, this Deep Shade Bra Top by Moonchild Yoga Wear is a delicate, low-impact cross-back bra. Designed in Denmark and made in the EU, the Oeko-Tex™ silky Italian fabric is safe to wear next to your skin. This as close as you can get to not wearing a bra.Moonchild Yoga Wear, the beautiful design coupled with an intense dedication to responsibility and sustainability are the hallmarks of this great company!
Citadel Printed Leggings by Moonchild Yoga Wear
Citadel Leggings from Moonchild Yoga Wear feature a white anemone flower with stripes. Energy and sincerity radiate from these breathable, second-skin leggings that are quick-drying even in the hottest of studios.
Designed in Denmark and made in the EU, the Oeko-Tex™ silky Italian fabric is safe to wear next to your skin. The Citadel printed legging is a mid-rise – comfortable without being restricting. We particularly love the inner thigh gusset, cleverly designed to restrict chaffing.
These leggings are perfect for yoga (hot yoga), Pilates, bar (barre if you love French), sculpt or any activity where you need extreme freedom of movement.
Aktiv is your view into different aspects of Scandinavia. You will find Scandinavian clothes from Denmark, Finland, Norway and Sweden that are above all, excellent quality, beautifully designed, responsibly produced, and durable. This is not disposable clothing, it is warmth, or coziness, sometimes fitted, sometimes relaxed, but always there for when you need to Exert.Explore.Exhale.™
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Be Safe and Exert, Explore and Exhale!
Winter is coming, but it doesn’t mean we need to stay at home all the time. Being safe and active in the end of 2020, let’s enjoy the nature, explore and exhale. Shop Aktiv for sustainable Scandinavian clothing and outdoor wear. At Aktiv, the buying philosophy has four main tenets: the right aesthetic, real world testing, sustainability and responsibility, and last, but not least, quality.
Discover high-quality, Nordic activewear for running, skiing, yoga, and all your athletic adventures. Browse their collection of soft, breathable loungewear for traveling and relaxing too. Available online and at their flagship store in Aurora, Colorado.
HAGLÖFS
An insulated jacket made using high-loft QuadFusion™ Mimic – an innovative material that mimics down but performs better when wet. Treated and constructed to provide outstanding warmth and dryness using materials with high sustainability credentials, and adaptable to wherever your adventure may take you.
Fabric & Care
- Pertex® Quantum, 100% Recycled Polyamide, 30D fibre proof, plain weave fabric, 48 g/m², bluesign® approved
- Insulation: QuadFusion™ Mimic 100% Recycled Polyester, light, lofty, synthetic fibre cluster insulation with down-like feel
- Machine wash warm, mild process.
- Do not bleach.
- Tumble dry, Normal, Low heat.
- Iron, low.
- Do not dry clean.
- Do not use fabric softener.
- Wash: machine wash warm and recommend using soap free detergent, half dosage. wash with similar colors.
- Rinse minimum 5 times.
- Slow spin a long time for easier drying.
- Tumble dry: tumble dry garment with 3 tennis balls, until completely dry. separate the loose fiber filling by hand to restore loftiness when the garment is dry.
- Wash with zippers and hook and loop fastener closed.
ODLO
Helium Cocoon Full Zip Jacket Women’s
Looking to the future of extreme weather apparel, Odlo developed the traditionally-inspired Helium Cocoon Full-Zip Jacket for their next-generation Mountain Performance collection.
Collating over 70 years of savoir-faire as a winter sports outfitter, this authentic duck down jacket blends the finest performance innovation with tried and tested detailing. With improved moisture management and freedom of movement due to the elastic single jersey stretch insert, this packable and form-fitting silhouette is a functional winter layer ideal for extreme environments and all-weather wear.
Fabric & Care
- Main Fabric: 100% Polyamide Lining: 100% Polyamide Filling: 90% Duck down, 10% Duck feather Insert I: 93% Polyester, 7% Elastane
- Machine Wash Cold, Low Heat Tumble Dry
8848 ALTITUDE
Joline Ski Jacket by 8848 Altitude is a luxurious women’s jacket for both the city and the mountains. Wind and waterproof fabric with high breathability, and padded with premium down. Shiny fabric, chrome zippers and black, detachable faux-fur trim for a trendy look.
- High collar with soft tricot lining
- Two waist pockets with soft tricot lining and zippers
- durAtec® Extreme is a technical material with high waterproof rating as well as breathability
All products from 8848 Altitude are 100% fluorocarbon free!
Fabric & Care
- Main: 75% Polyester, 25% Polyuretan
- Lining: 100% Polyester
- Fill: Duck down 650fp (80% down, 20% feathers), durAtec® Extreme
DAEHLIE
Half Zip Comfy by Daehlie for Men
Half Zip Comfy is a wool sweater that is the perfect choice for before and after workouts on cold days. It comes in a wonderful wool blend, with a high, zippered collar for extra comfort. A lining in the front provides good insulation in cool weather. It is an all-round sweater that is ideal for both exercise and leisure.
PEAK PERFORMANCE
A super lightweight packable vest suitable for multipurpose outdoor activities. Can be used both as an outer vest & under a shell jacket.
- Two zippered hand pockets
- Elastic binding at hem & armholes
- Hanger loop
Peak Performance is very close to American sizing. The best bet is to stay with your normal size or go up one if you prefer more room.
Fabric & Care
- Wash Warm with similar colors
- No Bleach
- Tumbledry LOW
- Do Not Dry Clean
- Do not use softener
- Close zippers before wash
- Remove garment promptly after wash
- Tumble dry with tennis balls and redistribute down by hand every half hour to avoid down bunching
- 100% Polyamide
Along with style and practicality, Aktiv has made a concerted effort to select companies focused on sustainability and responsibility. The companies they have partnered with share their goal of keeping the environmental impact of the clothing industry at a minimum. Aktiv’s companies also view worker conditions as the highest priority and ensure that the factory setting is one that promotes equality and fair pay.
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A Super Lightweight Packable Vest Suitable for Multipurpose Outdoor Activities
Throughout Scandinavia there is a saying: there is no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing. Aktiv is your view into different aspects of Scandinavia.
You will find Scandinavian clothes from Denmark, Iceland, Norway and Sweden that are above all, excellent quality, beautifully designed, responsibly produced, and durable. This is not disposable clothing, it is warmth, or coziness, sometimes fitted, sometimes relaxed, but always there for when you need to Exert.Explore.Exhale.
It is always nice to have a vest in men’s closet – you can go hiking with it, go camping with it or even just leave it at your backyard, you will need it a lot of times when the weather turns a little chill.
Even in the Summer, I mean now it’s still August, here in San Diego, when Ryan and I have an early morning walk around 7am, it is not really a SUMMER weather. Around 65 degree, we do need something to keep warm. A lightweight vest is the perfect choice.
Men’s Helium Vest
PEAK PERFORMANCE
A super lightweight packable vest suitable for multipurpose outdoor activities. Can be used both as an outer vest & under a shell jacket.
- Two zippered hand pockets
- Elastic binding at hem & armholes
- Hanger loop
Peak Performance is very close to American sizing. The best bet is to stay with your normal size or go up one if you prefer more room.
Fabric & Care
- Wash Warm with similar colors
- No Bleach
- Tumbledry LOW
- Do Not Dry Clean
- Do not use softener
- Close zippers before wash
- Remove garment promptly after wash
- Tumble dry with tennis balls and redistribute down by hand every half hour to avoid down bunching
- 100% Polyamide
Moment Vest for Men
PEAK PERFORMANCE
This new, glossy, quilted down vest features responsibly sourced duck down and a durable 100% recycled shell fabric. Perfect for trans-seasonal dressing when you need extra core warmth. Built to last and last so it can be your winter go-to for years.
Details:
- Relaxed Fit
- Logo puller at vislon front zip
- Zipped felt hand pockets
- Drawcord adjustment at bottom hem
- 1×1 rib sleeve cuff gaitor
- Elastic cord hood adjustment w. hidden cordstopper
- Laminated storm placket at CF
- Zipped inner pocket
- Duck Down 80/20
- Fillpower 600
- Material: 100% Polyamide Recycled
Men’s Ace Golf Vest
PEAK PERFORMANCE
Enjoy real comfort and range of motion as you swing with the sporty Ace vest on. It’s soft, stretchy, and breathable to keep you feeling your best and your mind on your golf. Peak Performance is very close to American sizing so go with the size you usually buy!
- Regular fit
- Stretchy jersey fleece
- Two zipped hand pockets
- Zip at front
- Contrast blocking
Fabric & Care
- Wash in cold water with similar colors
- No Bleach
- Tumble dry Low
- Do Not Dry Clean
- Do not dry in direct sunlight
- Reshape while wet
- Do not iron print
- Close zippers before washing
- 92% Polyester 8% Elastane
About Aktiv:
Here at Aktiv they buying philosophy has four main tenets: the right aesthetic, real world testing, sustainability and responsibility, and last, but not least, quality. The clothes have to look great. They are focused on stylish lines that capture the minimalist Nordic feel while delivering form and function. They have to feel good on and be practical, but they can’t look ordinary. Discover the Makers at here.
The quality of the clothing clinches its inclusion on Aktiv’s site; the items are designed and manufactured to be worn for years. Part of what makes the fashion industry the second highest industrial polluter in the world (behind the energy industry) is that most clothing is disposable. A consumer buys an article designed for mass consumption; its made of cheap material that is guaranteed to wear out just in time for you to buy the next season’s line. This revolving wardrobe movement is wasteful and something at Aktiv hope to combat. If you buy one of their items, you should expect to get years of use out of it. That accounts for a slightly higher price point, but if you consider buying 10 items at a slightly higher cost that last five times longer, you come out ahead. Better for your pocketbook, and better for our planet.
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Sustainable Fashion with Aktiv Style
Aktiv has collected the pieces from their Makers that best encapsulate sustainability. All made with an eye not only at the look and the feel but also the impact of the product on the planet. Whether through the selection of material, industrial modifications or good old ingenuity, the dual purpose of our eco-friendly clothing collection is to make you look great and improve our world.
MOONCHILD YOGA WEARThe Balanced Cami has a feminine and minimalistic look. Soft and seamless yoga top crafted in a recycled fabric mix. Featuring delicate, adjustable cross straps at the back and a double layer on the bust. Beautiful details add that special Moonchild style to the design. This top gives you full coverage and the shelf bra gives extra support during your practice. It is long and with a firm fit it isn’t going anywhere!Fabric & Details
- Seamless design
- Recycle-mix material (40% recycled PA, 55% PA, 5% elastane)
- Feminine details
- Double layer on the bust for extra support and comfort
Designed in Denmark, produced with love in Portugal
Designed and invented in Sweden, the Skhoop skirt is the item you didn’t know you needed. Leggings are the casual outfit of choice these days. But what happens when you are outside for an extended period of time? You should wear the Mini Down Skirt! Complete with a back curved hem that is longer than the front, perfect for walking the dog, running in cold weather, dressing up your leggings on the way to the store, cross-country skiing, wearing to an outdoor event!
- 2-way YKK side zipper on the right side
- Waistline belt loops
- Interior grips
- 1 hand pocket on the right-hand side with YKK zipper
- Rear waistline elastic for a perfect fit (if in doubt on sizing go up a size)
Fabric & Care
- Shell: 100% nylon mini ripstop
- 90/10 down/feather, RDS Certified Down Insulation, 600 fill power
- Environmentally friendly DWR repels dirt and moisture
- Length (size M, front/back): 14”/15”
- Machine wash cold, tumble dry cool or
- Dry Clean
SANDQVISTThis elegant and modern rolltop backpack from Sandqvist’s Fusion series is made with recycled nylon and high-quality leather details. Zipper and front metal hook closure with an adjustable strap. External laptop compartment fits most 13” models. The outer front pocket allows for easy access to frequently used items. Lightweight and comfortable, making it the perfect bag to accompany you from work to workout with ease.– Capacity 14-15 L
– Main compartment: W 27 x H 37/54 x D 15 cm
– Laptop compartment: W 26 x H 34 x D 2 cm
– Comes with a nylon drawstring drybag
– Outer zipper pocket
– Adjustable shoulder straps
– Two inner slip pockets
– One inner zipper pocket
– YKK® metal zippersMade with wrinkled twill made from 100% recycled-nylon.The nylon fibers are durable, with an excellent strength to weight ratio. The lining is made from 100% recycled polyester taffeta and the details are made in high-quality leather.
Extend the life of your bag:
– Spot clean
– Do not machine washNylon is made using 100% recycled materials from post-industry waste. This reduces energy use, extends the life of the raw material and creates less CO2 emissions than virgin nylon. Manufactured in Vietnam by Junko. Working conditions at Junko were audited by Fair Wear Foundation in 2018.
IVANHOE OF SWEDENIVANHOE OF SWEDEN men’s Elvin Full Zip Sweater from Ivanhoe is a handsome mid-layer for men. The front is knitted with a professional inlay technique, which creates a quilted effect with air pockets. These air pockets trap and hold body heat. Outer layer is knitted in 100% extra fine merino wool and inside in Tencel® and Lycra®, while the filling is in 100% PAC Soft Fibre. Molded zip in front and at side pockets.
Fabric & Care
- Outer Layer 100% extra fine merino wool
- Inner Layer is Tencel and Lycra
- Wool is anti-bacterial and odor resistant so you do not need to clean it often. When you do wash, use Wool cycle, then shape and air dry. Like your pets, wool should never be put in the dryer.
- Dry clean if you are fancy.
REDEW8Sustainable non-stretch denim, REDEW8 Zero Cotton Utility Jeans feature a slim straight fit with four large utility pockets, two on the front and two on the back.
Made of pure wood, each pair saves over 1,800 gallons of water. Be part of the future, without compromising on style. The fabric is a compact and dense 2/1 weave that makes the jeans both lightweight and durable.
- Jeans are delivered unwashed.
- Jeans will shrink about 2 inches in length when washed at home the first time.
- The width will be more or less the same after wash.
- In the second wash, shrinkage will be almost zero.
- Due to the natural behavior of indigo dye, the jeans will bleed. Please be very careful with light surfaces as they may be stained. After wash, the jeans will still bleed, but much less.
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Social Distancing Activities with Scandinavian Athleisure Wear
Are you planing to do some “social distancing style” activities during this summer? This year is kind of so special that we can’t fly to travel, we can’t hangout with friends a lot, and we can’t do party. But at least, we still can go hiking, go camping and doing some other outdoor activities.
Cozy is key during this time. I want to Introduce you to a brand Aktiv Style – Scandinavian clothes from Denmark, Iceland, Norway and Sweden that are above all, excellent quality, beautifully designed, responsibly produced, and durable. Here are some perfect outfits for outdoor activities that you may be interested for the next outdoor adventure.For Hiking:
Made for hiking and trail running, the new bitihorn wool Shirt for women is a light weight and technical long sleeve with an athletic fit.The comfortable shirt mixes the best of two worlds; polyester increases its durability and ensures it dries up quickly, while the wool will regulate your temperature and has naturally antibacterial and odor resistant properties. To provide maximum air flow, mesh has been placed in the most efficient moisture transporting areas such as the back, chest and under arms.
The shirt can be worn by itself or used as a base layer. Keeping you warm on freezing ascents and lowering the temperature during hot summer days, it is the perfect base for everyone who loves high intensity activities.
This falketind warmwool2 stretch Zip Hood is the ultimate all-round, all-year hooded mid-layer.The jacket is highly stretchable, and the main fabric is a recycled polyester and wool mix with excellent thermal properties and good breathability. It offers great moisture transport when you decide to increase your pace and dries up fast when hung up thanks to the polyester. The highly durable piece is suitable for everything from everyday strolling at your favorite outdoor destination to hardcore active use. The fabric’s resin surface treatment for extra pill resistance and enhanced durability. It has a comfy fit and clean look that will work at whatever, whenever.
Practical features include a functional hood, two mid-mounted pockets that won’t interfere with shoulder straps and hip belt, a chest pocket, comfy cuffs, a one-hand adjustable elastic hem and a clean, snug collar. If you’re only investing in one hooded mid-layer for now, this one is a perfect choice.
- Chest pocket with zipper closure
- Mid-mounted pockets
- Full stretch
- Hood fitting inside helmet
- Elastic cuffs with thumb holes
- Elasticated hem
- Highly breathable
Stay toasty with our Elsie Wristbands by Ivanhoe of Sweden. Wrist warmers for women, knitted in a beautiful Nordic pattern.
Fabric: 80% wool, 20% polyamide
For Camping:
Men’s Slumsvik from Ivanhoe is a soft and warm jacket for men, made of boiled wool and Tencel®. The jacket has button closure in front with wind placket behind and two big chest pocket with button. It always looks fantastic and is perfect for days when the weather changes from spiffy to iffy.
Fabric: 60% wool, 40% lyocell
- Wool is anti-bacterial and odor-resistant so you do not need to clean it often. When you do wash, use Wool cycle, then shape and air dry. Like your pets, wool should never be put in the dryer.
- Dry clean if you are fancy.
The Tove Jacket combines warmth and weather protection with high breathability. Wind and water resistant panels featuring Bionic Finish ECO are located on the upper sleeve, shoulders and hood. Lightweight high loft insulation on the front heats critical body parts and a stretchy mesh material on the back vents excess heat.
For added coverage the sleeves are extra-long and the fixed hood can be adjusted. Reflective strips on the cuffs and back make a statement at night.
For Running:
Casual, sporty and built to break the mold, the new Element short sleeve crew neck t-shirt for women is not your average cycling top. Designed to look like a casual tee yet packed with features, this cycling top is as at home in your favorite cafe as it is on the bike, plus everywhere in between. Constructed with built-in back pockets for convenient storage and built with lightweight, elastic and fast-drying properties, this cycling top is built to perform. For added functionality, reflective details give you increased visibility in low-light conditions. Try a new kind of cycling top, try the Element short sleeve crew neck t-shirt for women.
- Reflective Details
- Comfort
- Made in Europe
Long Sleeve Flash is a long-sleeve technical training top designed for running on cold days. Lightweight material with good stretch gives optimum movement during exercise. Flat seams and quick-drying material ensure comfort.
FEATURES:- Breathable
- Flat seams and quick-drying material ensure comfort.
- Ultra lightweight polyester
- Flatlock seams
- Regular fit
- 98% Polyester
- 2% Elastane
About Aktiv:
Here at Aktiv they buying philosophy has four main tenets: the right aesthetic, real world testing, sustainability and responsibility, and last, but not least, quality. The clothes have to look great. They are focused on stylish lines that capture the minimalist Nordic feel while delivering form and function. They have to feel good on and be practical, but they can’t look ordinary. Discover the Makers at here.
The quality of the clothing clinches its inclusion on Aktiv’s site; the items are designed and manufactured to be worn for years. Part of what makes the fashion industry the second highest industrial polluter in the world (behind the energy industry) is that most clothing is disposable. A consumer buys an article designed for mass consumption; its made of cheap material that is guaranteed to wear out just in time for you to buy the next season’s line. This revolving wardrobe movement is wasteful and something at Aktiv hope to combat. If you buy one of their items, you should expect to get years of use out of it. That accounts for a slightly higher price point, but if you consider buying 10 items at a slightly higher cost that last five times longer, you come out ahead. Better for your pocketbook, and better for our planet.
