From the research and development labs of D-Air Lab comes 75°06’S, a project that revolutionizes technical apparel and human performance in extreme environments. Born from a collaboration with the non-profit agency UNLESS, dedicated to scientific research in Antarctica, this initiative redefines the boundaries of protective clothing.
The drive to enhance researchers’ performance in Antarctica is at the core of 75°06’S’s innovative DNA. As Creative Director Alberto Piovesan explains, “With 75°06’S, we designed micro-architectures capable of enhancing the human body’s performance in extreme environments. Each garment acts as an innovative second skin, created to enable safe exploration in zones where life-threatening low temperatures challenge scientists every day.”
The technologies developed for the Antarctic Suit have been further refined and translated by 75°06’S into a collection of garments that perform just as well in extreme conditions as they do in urban contexts. These pieces reflect an ongoing quest for a new balance between form, technology, and function.
The technological solutions developed by D-Air Lab and 75°06’S are a testament to the research and innovation of a multidisciplinary team that includes doctors, designers, pattern makers, architects, and engineers. Among the most groundbreaking solutions is DomeAir: a perforated insulation layer for the inner garments that forms a network of air-filled domes, maximizing thermal insulation while reducing weight and minimizing material waste. Enhancing the overall performance is a pioneering six-layer architecture, combining different materials in a system informed by deep knowledge of fiber performance and the design philosophy of 75°06’S. These six layers work synergistically, adapting organically to the body’s needs. They act as an extension of the skin, enabling thermoregulation and supporting vital human functions in the planet’s harshest climates.