Today
UNIQLO, the proud sponsor of Mr. Djokovic since May, will launch a total of 10 items for adults, ranging from warm up jackets and pants, to shirts, shorts and accessories. The tennis line will closely resemble the look and feel of the actual performance wear that Mr. Djokovic will wear at the 2012 U.S. Open Tournament that starts at Flushing Meadows, New York, on August 27.
Here is a break down of the collection:
Performance Wear Shirts
Available in a zip-up polo design that includes asymmetric color lines down the left and right sides, as well as slightly raised seams on the inside of the garment. Both elements reflect Mr. Djokovic’s personal preferences: the lines help illustrate the movement of his body and the inside seams’ brushing against his skin give him increased awareness of his body’s movements. The polo shirt is made with DRY-EX, an exceptionally sweat-absorbent and quick-drying material that UNIQLO developed with partner Toray Industries, which includes ultra-thin meshing under the arms.
Performance Wear Shorts
Made with DRY-EX material that does not cling to the skin, the shorts are available in a slim-fitting design that Mr. Djokovic found would offer him the best freedom of movement on the court. Tighter than traditional tennis shorts, the hems do not bind up. The pockets are lined with pile fabric enabling one to easily wipe perspiration off their palms and securely hold second serve balls. A special feature of the design of the shorts is the side stripe that, when
worn with the matching polo shirt, runs along the full length of the body for a dynamic effect.
Track Jacket and Pants
Requiring a track jacket and pants to wear between matches and during press conferences,
Mr. Djokovic chose a design that offers both comfort and style. The track jacket is made from light, dry materials with anti-microbial and deodorizing properties, and it will not cling
to the body when sweating. The slim-fitting design means that the jacket is neither baggy nor hindering. And thanks to a ‘breakaway zipper,’ the jacket can be effortlessly taken off in one swift move. The track pants are perfect not only for tennis and sport, but also for jogging and walking. Made with the same lightweight dry materials as the jacket, the pants are slim fit and offer exceptional comfort. Their sewn-in waist cord is simple to tie and untie, making the track pants easy to pull on and off.
The collection is comprised of ten items ranging from $9.90 to $89.90.