techwear
Functional fashion forward
Techwear is a style of clothing that emphasizes technical fabrics and functional design—waterproof materials, multiple pockets, modular attachments, articulated joints for movement.
The aesthetic draws from outdoor gear, military equipment, and cyberpunk imagery, often in black or muted colors: His techwear fit looked straight out of a dystopian film.
The category spans practical outdoor performance wear to fashion-forward urban streetwear.
Dystopian tech-noir fiction
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
- dystopianDepicting oppressive imagined societies
- minimalistOne favoring bare essentials
- monochromeSingle-color rendering
streetwear · avant-garde · industrial · utilitarian · sleek · angular · modular · tactical
Waterproof breathable fabric membrane
- ripstopTear-resistant woven material
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- breathablePermits air passage
membrane · laminated · stretch fabric · quick-dry · moisture-wicking · windproof · synthetic · insulated
Casual athletic footwear
- bootsAnkle-covering footwear
- trail runnersShoes for off-road running
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
- combat bootsRugged military footwear
Fabric compartments in clothing
- zippersInterlocking tooth fasteners
- strapsNarrow securing bands
- modularMade of separable units
- weatherproofResistant to outdoor elements
articulated · gusseted · ventilation · adjustable · ergonomic · utility · quick-release · storm flap
One-shouldered compact carrier
- crossbodyBag with diagonal strap
- messengerOne who delivers communications
- utility beltWaist-worn equipment organizer
- maskFace-worn concealment
balaclava · bucket hat · gloves · arm sleeves · holster · carabiner · lanyard · glasses
Thin weatherproof outer garment
- cargo pantsMulti-pocket utility trousers
- joggersPeople who trot for exercise
- anorakWeatherproof hooded outerwear
- vestSleeveless upper-body garment
hoodie · baselayer · gilet · poncho · cropped pants · overalls · windbreaker · parka
cyberpunk
Dystopian tech-noir fiction
- futuristicSuggestive of times ahead
- dystopianDepicting oppressive imagined societies
- minimalistOne favoring bare essentials
monochrome · streetwear · avant-garde · industrial · utilitarian · sleek · angular · modular · tactical · stealth
Gore-Tex
Waterproof breathable fabric membrane
- ripstopTear-resistant woven material
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
breathable · membrane · laminated · stretch fabric · quick-dry · moisture-wicking · windproof · synthetic · insulated · reflective
sneakers
Casual athletic footwear
- bootsAnkle-covering footwear
- trail runnersShoes for off-road running
- waterproofImpervious to moisture
pockets
Fabric compartments in clothing
weatherproof · articulated · gusseted · ventilation · adjustable · ergonomic · utility · quick-release · storm flap · velcro
sling bag
One-shouldered compact carrier
- crossbodyBag with diagonal strap
- messengerOne who delivers communications
- utility beltWaist-worn equipment organizer
mask · balaclava · bucket hat · gloves · arm sleeves · holster · carabiner · lanyard · glasses · goggles
shell jacket
Thin weatherproof outer garment
- cargo pantsMulti-pocket utility trousers
- joggersPeople who trot for exercise
- anorakWeatherproof hooded outerwear
vest · hoodie · baselayer · gilet · poncho · cropped pants · overalls · windbreaker · parka · bomber
Salomon
Outdoor sports manufacturer
- fashion stylescasual wear, bohemian, formal wear, preppy, romantic
- aestheticsaesthetics, aesthetic, beauty, beautiful, ugly
techwearraw denim
Unwashed, untreated jean fabric
tweed · organic cotton · bespoke tailoring · leather goods · flannel
techwearAmericana
Heritage artifacts or music
preppy · trad · cottagecore · vintage fashion · retro style
techwearformalwear
Elegant occasion attire
black tie · business formal · tailored suits · evening wear · bespoke tailoring
technique, technical, technology, technician, technically, sportswear, techno, technological, technicians