Techwear
Techwear is a fashion movement and design philosophy that emphasizes performance-oriented garments suitable for urban life. Clothing in this category combines weather resistance, modular functionality, and mobility, often using technical fabrics and careful construction. Common features include waterproof or water-resistant shells, breathable membranes, taped seams, multiple pockets, and adjustable components designed for layering. The color palette tends toward neutral tones and subdued hues, with minimalist silhouettes that emphasize technical detail over embellishment.
Techwear traces its development to outdoor and military-inspired apparel and to Japanese streetwear in the late
Technical textiles commonly used in techwear include waterproof/breathable membranes (e.g., Gore-Tex), durable outer fabrics (Cordura, nylon
Techwear has influenced streetwear and luxury fashion by introducing utility-driven silhouettes and performance fabrics into mainstream