VANCOUVER, March 6, 2017 /CNW/ - RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX
VENTURE: RYU; Frankfurt Stock Exchange: RYA), creator of
tailored innovation for the urban athlete, is excited and pleased
to announce that it was selected as the sole athletic apparel brand
presented to every 2017 Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model after
their photo shoot, for them to enjoy in their fitness, training and
rest and recovery.
Each of these women were presented full outfits from RYU through
Sports Illustrated so that they could be introduced and connected
to our brand and growing community.
RYU recognizes that these women have inspiring stories about
their personal journey in health and fitness along with their
relationship with positive body image, no matter the age, size or
athleticism, and chose to support their efforts and messages.
"It's these stories that resonated with us, and it's why we are
very proud and honored to be part of this wide reaching issue from
Sports Illustrated" said Marcello
Leone, CEO, President and Chairman of the Board for
RYU. "All of these women embody our ethos of "beautiful tough" each
in their own unique way."
The models and athletes that received RYU apparel include
worldwide celebrity names such as Kate
Upton, Christie Brinkley,
Serena Williams, Ashley Graham, Chrissy
Teigen, Genie Bouchard,
Caroline Wozniacki, Aly Raisman and Simone
Biles. In total, 33 models were provided outfits to wear and
enjoy.
About RYU
Respect Your Universe is tailored innovation
for the urban athlete. An award winning athletic apparel and
accessories brand engineered for the fitness, training and
performance of the multi-discipline athlete. Designed without
compromise for comfort, style and durability, RYU exists to
facilitate human performance. For more information, visit:
http://ryu.com
On Behalf of the Board
RYU APPAREL INC.
"Marcello
Leone"
Marcello Leone,
CEO, President and Chairman of the Board
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SOURCE RYU Apparel Inc.