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URBANWEAR
LEA SPORTSWEAR LTD
Okarma and Front Row make their mark
The vast amount of products out there means that
OK40
OK31
by offering something different you can make
yours stand out from the rest, says distributor Lea
Sportswear.
Front Row
It believes Okarma’s new range will prove popular 30
in the market with two outerwear garments that
on top of being fresh and fashionable also have
ethical soundness. The new OK40 fleece is,
unbelievably, made from recycled plastic bottles –
44 of them. It´s even more difficult to believe
when you feel one of these fleeces – they´re just
as soft and comfortable to wear as a fleece made and is available in three
from regular polyester. “The Okarma philosophy is colourways (bottle green, navy
to combine innovation with ethics”, says Nicci and black). Front Row´s FR31 is
Persey, director of Lea. a hooded sweatshirt and is a
“Which is why we decided to launch this fleece for firm favourite. It is available in grey, black or navy
2009. Polyester made from recycled bottles is not urban wear and also comes with a useful kangaroo pocket.
just a novelty; we believe that by reducing landfill is all about - Nicci adds that ”our sweatshirts have been seen
waste we are doing something real to help the garments that look good, but are comfortable at at skateboarding events across the country as well
environment.” the same time. Looking good is all about feeling as in university campuses and at music festivals.
The OK31 is a quality hoody which also has an good, which is why Front Row puts fit at the The great thing about these sweatshirts is their
ethical element – it´s made from 100% Control forefront. Combining well-designed shapes with a versatility – they´re suitable for both girls or boys
Union certified organic cotton. Available in navy selection of on-trend colourways, Front Row offers and because they come plain are great for
and black, it´s perfect for any company which has two fashionable sweatshirts for city living. decoration.” In addition to urban styles, the
strong ethical and social practises. “Both these The FR30 Pique Drop Shoulder Sweatshirt is a company also has a range of Tombo health and
garments appeal to people who seek comfort and great all-rounder that can be worn every day. It fitness wear for men and women.
style in their clothing without compromising on has feature panelling with twin needle seam detail For more information tel (0)1392 813090| or visit
ethics.” Fresh, functional and fashionable is what across the back, shoulders, sleeves and armholes
www.leasportswear.co.uk/
MANTIS WORLD
A commendable collection
The Mantis World collection offers a choice of Womens Scooped V-neck Tee. Made from the popular Black/Red, Black/White, Navy/White and
fashion-forward styles for men and women, in same high quality jersey fabrics as the M107 and muted Deep Charcoal/Heather Grey.
fabrics and colours that reflect the latest trends M108, these styles bring a cool new shape with Set to take centre stage in organic
on the high street. The one item of clothing that wide, deep rib v-neckline and long slim-fitting womenswear is the M103-TLC Organic Womens
is found in every wardrobe – the trusted T-shirt - body lengths to the collection. Sheer Jersey Tee designed to complement the
has had a fashion make-over, with no less than For something a little different, Mantis has popular mens style M104-TLC Organic Mens
six being introduced to the Mantis 2009 launched a stripe collection with M109S Mens Jersey Box Tee. This new womens style uses
collection. Striped Tee and M110S Womens Striped Tee. lighter weight jersey fabric in a relaxed long body
Using sheer jersey fabrics in a range of new These eye catching styles use a wide-stripe shape, with a delicate rib neckline and is available
colours Mantis has introduced the M107 Mens pattern in a variety of funky colours such as in 5 colours and 4 sizes.
Fine Jersey Tee and M108
M103-TLC
Womens Sheer Jersey Tee. For more information
Both are finished to the
110S
about the full Mantis
highest spec with details
M105
World collection
such as chain stitch across email
the shoulders for a subtle
info@mantisworld.com
design flourish and are or
available in a sophisticated tel: (0) 207 224 8991.
colour palette that includes
Deep Charcoal, Limoncello
and Rose Mist amongst
others.
Designers looking for an
alternative V-neck can find
them with the M105 Mens
Deep V-neck Tee and M106
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