NEW YORK – Sir Richard Branson took to a futuristic “zero gravity, vertical catwalk” on Wednesday to unveil “spacewear” designed by his Virgin Galactic and partner Under Armor that passengers and crew will wear on future flight into space.
“Spacesuits are a part of the iconography of the first space age; our visual impressions of human spaceflight and what astronauts wear are inextricably linked.,” Branson said in the announcement.
“Requirements for astronaut spacewear as we enter the second space age are evolving, but the design challenge has not diminished. We were delighted when Kevin and Under Armour stepped up to this task and they have surpassed our expectations. I love the way the spacewear looks and I love the way it feels. I also love the fact that the next time I put it on, I will be on my way to space.”
Here’s a video about the event:
