Sunday 16 March 2014

Without Walls


Wellbeing seems to be having a moment. 

Mindfulness is being practiced by celebrities, yoga has become even cooler, running has been popular for the past few years now, increasing numbers of people in Britain at least are cycling post-London 2012,  and hiking - formerly the pass-time of bearded, middle-aged men in fishermen's jumpers and utility gear - seems to be next in line (albeit probably as a result of the same beards, fishermen jumpers and utility gear having already gone that way, thanks in part to brands like Oi Polloi and Herschel.)


So I wasn't entirely surprised to learn that Urban Outfitters has installed a new line of activewear and accessories in a handful of its California and New York stores. 


Without Walls sees Urban Outfitters taking one step closer to becoming a lifestyle brand. It reflects an active but swooningly stylish lifestyle, incorporating everything from yoga and Pilates to surfing, camping, cycling and hiking.


The result is beautiful yoga leggings in tribal prints, high performance workout tees, heavily waterproof macs, Navajo-print ponchos, sturdy but stylish rucksacks and printed hiking accessories. See below for my edit of the collection.


I must admit I'm completely lapping it up. In addition to a gorgeous selection of clothes that ensure there is no excuse not to get off the sofa and get the heart pumping, the website also features interviews with inspiring athletes and adventurers, and breathtaking photography from around the USA.

Meanwhile, the @gowithoutwalls Instagram feed is a haven for city dwellers like me who spend too much time inside at a desk, and not enough outside breathing in fresh air. Between images of store openings, it offers much needed respite from the concrete drab of the city, with photos of frankly ridiculous scenery.




Yokishop Flannel Short


Onzie Pura Vida Pant

Without Walls Ikat Jogger Pant
Vans X Seea Mohikan Women's Moccasin

La Vie Boheme Spiritual Yoga Mat
Consurvation Dolman Tee Shirt

Photo credits: The Without Walls website and Instagram.

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