You may have heard the term thrown around in fashion circles, seen it in print but skimmed over it or thought WTF is that but Gorpcore is a “Thing” and it isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.
Gorpcore is the new Normcore, only equipped for the outdoors. Sure, normcore got us into mom jeans, nondescript sweatshirts, and tennis sneakers. But lately, “Good Ol’ Raisins and Peanuts” (yes, that’s what GORP stands for- named after the trail-mix used by hikers) fashion has been running wild with its own spin on “normal.”
Outdoor gear is officially in.
It’s all about utility and function. ‘Mountain chic’, ‘camping glam’ and ‘ugly pretty’ might be some of the words used to describe the look which mixes in practicality with designer labels, current shapes and runway-worthy silhouettes.
Think a high low mix with the high being something like a Balenciaga Anorak jacket and the low being a pair of Tevas.
Windbreakers, hiking boots, and recycled-polyester fleece. Basically, anything Patagonia, the North Face, Teva, Columbia, and Birkenstock paired with painter pants, Vans, Hawaiian shirts, and Dickies because head-to-toe outdoorwear would be too literal. Fanny Packs can thank Gorpcore for their recent comeback and so can cargo pants.
Gorpcore’s main idea is that the unfashionable can be fashionable—if you wear it right.
Here’s a peek at some perfectly GORPCORE looks from Fenty x Puma to get you in the mood for a shopping spree at REI.
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Never heard of it but since is outdoor wear it sounds reallya comfy 😉
Interesting trend right!
Oh goodness me. I literally SPIT OUT my tea. This is a thing? Well at least it’s comfy right?
LOL totally. I did the same thing lol
This takes athleisure to a whole new level. I like mountain chic.
Right! Totally next evolution of athleisure.
I’ve never heard of GORPCORE and it’s something totally new for me. If I ever go to the mountains, I should check it out. 😉
LOL
This is an interesting trend. They look like they could weather a storm lol.
LOL
I think these trends are going a bit cray cray! Nothing against it though… I think that there are some items that look super cool, but all of it together is just too much…
Of course the runway is always a bit cray cray incorporating it in in doses is the best way to go. Add a fanny pack or some cargo pants to get a taste of it.
You are right once again Christie…I am a total trendsetter! LOLLLLLL!
LOL totally! who knew REI was so fashion forward!
Love the name, ingenious! The line is a little bit out there LOL, but looks wearable and some people may be able to pull it off.
right!
I have heard of this! It’s perfect for rain jackets which are so important in Oregon where I live 🙂
Great for those climates!
I suppose this was the next natural evolution from athleisure. can’t say it looks too comfortable though. interesting!
Def interesting lol