Volenti Protective Apparel
2021 / Industrial Designer. / University
Volenti Protective Apparel Line is a function apparel line for competitive hockey players ages 12 and up of all genders that provides cut resistance, impact protection and Velcro in all the necessary areas.
Currently, there are ice hockey brands who have attempted to create base layer apparel with extra padding but most are for the male gender. The majority of the products are not designed to withstand being laundered and tend ti easily deteriorate over time. This product line aims to design an inclusive apparel line that protects the player, is durable, can be machine washed while being aesthetically inspired by the cold hues in nature during the winter months.
Blocking shots, physical contact between players and stick play are just some of the instances where a player cane be injured while playing. By analyzing the interactions and studying physical gabs in equipment, this protective apparel line will appropriately protect players from future or existing bumps and bruises.
