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    Every Day Should Be Mother’s Day… But Moms Are Lucky to Get An Hour So Help Her Enjoy it!

    LULU is wearing Citadel Printed Leggings

    Mother’s Day is coming around the corner. Is now too late to order a gift for her? It is never too late at today than tomorrow. Spoil her with the very best from Scandinavia. Shop Aktiv‘s new arrivals in women’s clothing. Upgrade moms’ wardrobe with the latest styles in Scandinavian fashion, athleisure, and technical wear.

    For moms who love biking

    Ella Bike Jersey Women

    Ella Bike Jersey is for you who appreciate cool design that stands out from the crowd, but at the same time want a high-performance piece that gets the most out of your capacity in the saddle. This jersey is made of an extremely soft, moisture-transporting and quick-drying material to keep you dry and comfortable even during hot high summer rides, it is also very stretchy to fit tight and safe in all positions and speeds.

    With Ella Bike Jersey, you get the whole package without compromises – the highest comfort, Italian quality and an inspiring touch of fashion.

    Blackcomb Ceramicool t-shirt

    With its seamless blend of enhanced moisture management, bold styling and heat-cancelling ceramics technology, the women’s BLACKCOMB CERAMICOOL t-shirt is an instant summer-running classic. Crafted with seamless construction for chafe-free motion, this premium runner’s crew-neck tee features ceramic compounds that actively cool the skin by up to 1°C, helping you stay cool when temperatures are soaring.

    Lightweight, moisture-wicking, fast-drying and extremely soft to the touch, the BLACKCOMB CERAMICOOL t-shirt’s reflective details keep you visible after dark, while sustainable organic-based ZeroScent tech ensures you’ll return home smelling as fresh as you left.

    For moms who love hiking

    L.I.M. Hybrid Hood Women

    There’s an ultra-lightweight L.I.M item for almost every activity and with this hybrid hoodie, Haglöfs is taking the mid layer to the next level. The L.I.M Hybrid Hood is a light, stretchy jacket that will keep you warm and help protect you from the wind. This piece is comfortable enough to be worn next to the skin but durable and protective enough to provide good insulation from the weather. It’s reinforced with shell fabric on exposed areas and body-mapped for a perfect fit.

    Body-mapped with a wind resistant and breathable lightweight fabric, and a soft fabric with micro-grid backer, for optimum wicking and warming capabilities. No shoulder seams, helping to avoid chafing and enhance durability
    Partly-elasticated hem and hood for a perfect fit.

    Signe Outdoor Pants Women

    The Kari Traa Signe Pant is pair of women’s cargo pants that put a two-tone touch on the classic cargo design. Rocking a water-repellent treatment for dealing with ugly weather, the fabric also has 2-way stretch for free-moving fun.

    There are loops for adding a belt and big pockets for stashing your stuff. The third-color snap buttons and KT logo add to the contrast-color look. There’s also an adjustable leg cuff for boots.

    For moms who loves doing yoga

    Citadel Printed Leggings

    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. Moonchild Yoga Wear particularly loves 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. Moonchild Yoga Wear Printed Leggings are high waisted for a body-hugging fit. They fit true to size.

    Stay Grounded Yoga Mat

    Enhance your practice with total comfort and control. The Stay Grounded Yoga Mat by Moonchild Yoga Wear is carefully designed with the perfect balance of firm grip and soft support. Natural rubber is blended with vegan friendly PU-leather and finished with a grippy texture to support your balance, even through sweaty sessions.

    Easily wipe the mat down with a natural cleanser after each practice to keep bacteria at bay. The lightweight mat only weighs 5lbs, so it’s easy to carry to class and the 4mm cushion gives your hips and joints the support you need. The center line and iconic moon phases are engraved into the surface to help you stay connected and balanced through every transition.

    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.

    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

    Dala Mimic Parka Women

    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 Womens

    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

    Men’s Helium Vest

    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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    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

    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.