Animal Instinct: When Performance Finally Meets Print
P.E Nation Animal Instinct Capsule: Performance Disguised as Design
There’s leopard-print activewear that photographs well — and then there’s P.E Nation.
The new Animal Instinct capsule proves that performance engineering and statement design can coexist.
Built for movement, dyed for longevity, and tested in real conditions, this drop outlasts the hype.
The Construction That Defines the Capsule
Most printed sets lose their shape and colour after three washes.
P.E Nation solved that with fabric science, not marketing.
Every piece is produced by Hotsprings Ltd, a B Corp-certified, ISO 9001 manufacturer that’s partnered with P.E Nation for over thirty years.
The leopard pattern isn’t printed — it’s dyed into the yarn, ensuring lasting colour and clarity.
The Leopard & Smokestone palette brings confidence without loudness.
Three specialised fabrics define the range:
Active Lite – Vita Bra — feather-light and breathable, engineered for HIIT and high-output sessions.
Studio Soft – Wander Legging — peached and flexible, ideal for yoga or all-day comfort.
Body Luxe – Foundation Tee — buttery-smooth with memory recovery, maintaining its fit wash after wash.
Each material serves a clear purpose, balancing athletic performance with elevated design.
Cut, Fit & Feel
At OD’s Designer Clothing, every piece has been fit-tested in-store to ensure UK accuracy.
Vita Bra: true to size — size up for softer compression.
Wander Legging: true to size — gentle hold.
Foundation Tee: relaxed fit — take your usual size.
For detailed measurements and care instructions, read our
→ Master Size Guide
→ Master Care Guide
Both outline how to preserve colour integrity and elasticity through regular washing.
The Aesthetic Balance — Sport Meets Street
This capsule moves like performance wear but looks like fashion — a rare balance.
Pair the Vita Bra under a black jacket for sharp contrast.
Match the Wander Legging with a white oversized tee for effortless off-duty styling.
Layer the Foundation Tee under leather or denim for a clean studio-to-street crossover.
The Smokestone base grounds the leopard pattern, keeping it wearable and refined.
Engineered Ethics, Not Empty Claims
Every piece is made to last — no fast-fade prints, no disposable fabrics.
B Corp certification and ISO 9001 standards underpin every stage of production, proving that responsibility and performance can exist together.
This is sustainability through substance, not virtue signalling.
For additional manufacturing and warranty transparency, see our
→ Master FAQ Guide
Why It Matters Now
Most “statement” collections are designed to sell fast and fade fast.
Animal Instinct is built for longevity — same partners, same precision, same integrity as P.E Nation’s core line.
Limited allocation available now at OD’s Designer Clothing, St Helens.
Once it’s gone, it’s gone.
Explore the full brand story in our
→ P.E Nation Brand Guide,
or head straight to shop:
→ P.E Nation collection
