Fri Sep 20 13:15:00 UTC 2024: ## Ryoko Rain and Athlos NYC Team Up for Exclusive Apparel Collaboration
**NEW YORK, Sept. 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)** – Luxury sportswear brand Ryoko Rain, known for its butterfly designs and distinctive patterned mesh shorts, has partnered with Athlos NYC to launch a limited-edition apparel collection for the upcoming all-women’s track meet at Icahn Stadium on September 26th.
The collection, designed by Ryoko Rain Founder and Creative Director Garrett James, features high-quality mesh shorts, a shirt, and a jacket. The shorts showcase Athlos NYC branding with a touch of Ryoko Rain’s signature butterfly logo. The shirt features Olympic hurdler and Athlos NYC competitor Alaysha Johnson in full sprint, surrounded by butterflies. Finally, a black work jacket, a Ryoko Rain staple, rounds out the collection.
This collaboration, which celebrates the intersection of athletic performance and personal expression, will be unveiled by Alaysha Johnson herself. The limited edition shorts will be available for purchase onsite at Athlos NYC, while the shirt and jacket will be available for a limited time on Ryoko Rain’s website.
“This collaboration is a testament to how style and athleticism intersect,” said Kayla Green, CMO of ATHLOS. “We look forward to showcasing the speed, music and design of Athlos NYC with like-minded brands, like Ryoko Rain, to provide new opportunities for the women’s running community.”
Alaysha Johnson, known for her dedication and discipline, embodies Ryoko Rain’s values of resilience and pursuit of excellence. “The designs are not only stylish but also carry a deeper meaning,” said Johnson. “It feels empowering to wear something that reflects a sense of purpose, community, and the pursuit of excellence – values I live by in my sport.”
Ryoko Rain, founded in 2021, is deeply rooted in Japanese heritage and family values. The brand’s signature butterfly symbol represents growth, change, and new beginnings, embodying the essence of founder Garrett James’ family legacy. “Ryoko Rain is about more than just clothes; it’s about expressing our roots and honoring the journey,” explained James. “Partnering with ATHLOS, we’re blending fashion, sports and music to represent something much deeper—our shared experiences, ambitions, where we all come from and where we are going.”
The Athlos x Ryoko Rain collection is a unique blend of athletic wear and high fashion, aimed at empowering women athletes and celebrating their dedication to excellence.
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