I looked all over Europe for a material that had a compression feel and that would follow the movements of the body while running. The material I was looking for had to be very specific to follow the running movement and with high technical standards. I also wanted it produced under fair conditions in Europe. I found a woman that could help me with the construction and functionality and together we had created the Ultimate Running Legging for women.
For a runner, it is super important that the legs can move freely and doesn't get strained. Equally important is a waist designed to support but most important to stay in place.
Together with an artist, we created the pattern by hand. It was made in many layers to get the perfect deep natural looking pattern. All other prints I found was either too plain or too flat. I wanted a pattern with depth, handcrafted to get the luxurious look of a real animal. I have always been inspired by nature. Wild and free animals is my greatest source of inspiration and I feel like a wild and free leopard when I run. That gives me the extra power.
One of the most important feelings for me is to be free and the pattern is actually a tribute to the free woman. Who runs, and who says and goes wherever she wants.
Finally, the day came. I was standing at the start line to my second marathon, wearing my leopard leggings that everyone said was impossible to create.
My first marathon ever as a Power Woman was on an ice cold day in June and the rain was pouring down in Stockholm, when the marathon took off. I felt like a leopard throughout the race - strong, proud and fierce.
Nothing could stop me! That was my fastest marathon ever. 3h 22 sec.