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New York NY – October 24, 2018 – In his upcoming book Little Black Stretchy Pants, Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) founder Chip Wilson reflects on the athleisure trend that sparked an apparel revolution. Today’s field of athleisure players expands beyond Wilson’s outfit, including serious challengers such as RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX-V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF), Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS), Nike (NYSE:NKE), and Under Armour (NYSE:UA),each offering investors an array of options to ride the athleisure wave.

According to Forbes “The Athleisure Trend Isn’t Taking a Rest” thanks in part to the “sports leisure” segment’s dominance across product categories. The athleisure trend has worked its way through clothing and cosmetics, including long-lasting and waterproof makeup designed to make people look good prior to, during, and after working out.

It’s not just in the US that athleisure is taking over. According to a report published by Allied Market Research, the global activewear market is expected to reach nearly $547 billion by 2024.

Meanwhile, typical athletic wear isn’t growing at the same rate. Consumers today want fashion with function, driving brands to offer higher quality products that consumers are willing to pay more for. This is the basis for RYU Apparel Inc.’s (TSX.V:RYU)(OTCQB:RYPPF) line of urban athletic apparel that is challenging the athleisure space by offering quality products these discerning consumers can afford.

Sustainable Growth In A Hot New Marketplace

Amid a field of familiar names, RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX.V:RYU)(OTCQB:RYPPF) is establishing itself in gyms and on the field of play as a name synonymous with quality. The result has been a proven growth trajectory, one validated by its revenue numbers which have doubled each year since 2016:

• $1.36 million in 2016
• $3 million in 2017
• $6+ million projected in 2018
• $ 40+ million projected by 2020

For comparison, RYU outsold Lululemon and Under Armour COMBINED over their first two years ($4.5 million vs $2.4 million).

In addition to its sustainable growth, RYU’s expenses have consistently dropped each year since 2017. As expenses relatively drop, RYU can expand more efficiently, having already launched new Outerwear, with plans to release Swimwear, Underwear, Footwear, and Accessories in the future.

RYU Apparel Inc.’s (TSX.V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF) sales margins have stabilized around 46%-48% over the last years, which the company expects to improve upon once economies of scale are reached and new product lines are unveiled. The award-winning, Vancouver-based company has already opened its first American store in Venice, California earlier this year and three more stores will open before the Holiday season —fitting with its plan to double its retail footprint consistently through 2022.

In the world of fashion and lifestyle, high-profile endorsements are integral to brand success. RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX.V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF) interviewed pro athletes, Olympians, and urban amateur athletes in order to design quality products destined for heavy usage. The company holds 22 patents on its products, including the innovative design of its RYU Locker Pack, which keeps its shape despite cramped quarters.

RYU’s design process has resulted in a long list of celebrity endorsers including Riverdale’s KJ Apa, Aquaman’s Ludi Lin, The Walking Dead’s Alicia Witt, and NHL players such as Shea Theodore, Alex Tuch, and Morgan Reilly. The company has even received the endorsement of the Jeremy Bieber Group, including social media promotion from superstar Justin Bieber.

Quality Over Quantity — Changing the Rules of the Game

While many of the larger retail names such as Macy’s and H&M are taking a hit on profit margins due to huge volumes of unsold inventory, innovative retailers such as RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX.V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF) are taking a different approach. RYU keeps its product lines and inventory streamlined with less than 100 SKUs, and no stock in holding. The result is a drastic reduction of liabilities, leading to a higher profit margin.

All of RYU’s products are designed and tested by its CEO, Marcello Leone, whose hands-on approach has led the company to increase its quality on every single item. Leone’s attention to detail includes washing pieces 150-200 times, just to see if they retain their fresh look and feel. RYU Apparel Inc.’s (TSX.V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF) design process is so well regarded that the company recently had to defend its trademark after Lululemon allegedly infringed on the company’s brand.

RYU Apparel Inc.’s (TSX.V:RYU)(OTC:RYPPF) dedication to innovation is one of its greatest advantages over others pursuing the athleisure trend. Where others are playing copycat, RYU has set a course for explosive growth by creating products that directly solve the issues athletes have had with previous “performance” products.

Competitors in the Athleisure Space

Nike’s (NYSE:NKE) response to the athleisure revolution has included a rapid expansion toward athletic wear for women. Nike is increasingly concentrating on the women’s athleisure market, promoting its athleisure lines as both fashionable and comfortable. The company’s prominent athleisure innovation has been its AeroReact material, which can quickly detect when the wearer is about to start sweating and has the ability to loosen itself before the onset of sweating.

Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) officially ramped up its entry into the athleisure game through the launch of its new sportswear brand for men called Hill City. Hill City offers all the necessary pieces, including running shorts, multi-sport shorts, a light training hoodie, and a heavier one for everyday use, as well as a wide selection of t-shirts. Where the Gap hopes to innovate is through its outdoor offerings, like a three-layer shell and its Sherpa fleece jacket.

According to Lululemon Athletica Inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) founder Chip Wilson, the aforementioned Gap made a bid to acquire Lululemon in the early 2000s. Wilson criticized the Gap’s $200 million buyout offer at the time, citing it was “inadequate”, leading to the Gap’s buyout of Athleta, Lululemon’s competitor for $150 million. Today, Lululemon is still a leader in the athleisure space, despite recently losing a legal battle with RYU Apparel Inc. over trademark issues stemming from Lululemon’s alleged use of RYU innovations.

Under Armour (NYSE:UA) has taken its own approach to the athleisure market, opting to cater to men with a “Protect This House” tagline that helped foster growth after the company’s exposure to pro football audiences. CEO Kevin Plank has continued to successfully lead Under Armour, maintaining a focus on the importance of the athleisure market, citing the sports lifestyle segment as the company’s largest opportunity.

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New York NY – October 16, 2018 – Makers of urban athletic wear or “athleisure” are winning market share and growing profits as consumers dump major fast fashion brands. Companies such as Respect Your Universe, or RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX-V:RYU) (OTC:RYPPF) are serving a growing desire among Gen X and Millennials to wear athletic-inspired clothing that crosses over into the casual wear category. Under Armour (NYSE:UA) has been adapting its product lines to the growing athleisure trend by featuring star athletes such as Steph Curry to promote the company’s new Threadborne line, although the move was not appreciated by the market and the stock price reflected it pretty clearly. The death of fast fashion is a major challenge to the survival of established retail players such as Foot Locker Inc. (NYSE:FL) and Skechers (NYSE:SKX) who have previously thrived on fast fashion models.  Conglomerate PVH Corp. (NYSE:PVH) is trying to keep up with these sweeping changes through its designer labels such as Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger.

Major retail brands such as Hennes & Mauritz AB (H&M) and Macy’s Inc. have been forced to shut down stores and cut prices this year to shift unsold inventory reaching into the billions of dollars. The industry has labelled the trend the “death of retail”, spelling the end of a profitable spell for companies that embraced fashion trends with high-volume, low-cost products and high inventory turns.

The Death Of Fast Fashion

Major fashion retailers are losing customers to nimble athleisure brands such as RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX.V:RYU) (OTCQB:RYPPF) who are winning over consumers with high-quality sports apparel that can also be worn as casual wear even at the office. RYU, short for Respect Your Universe, charges fair prices for its models and achieves higher margins, resulting in fewer inventory issues than fast fashion brands like H&M or Zara. RYU prices are highly competitive when compared to established brands like Lululemon or the top lines of Nike, such as NikeLab, Nike Tech Pack, and Adidas Originals.

The company’s entire product line is under 100 items, compared to the many thousands offered at any one time by fast fashion retailers. This high volume approach has backfired on retailers like H&M, who is reportedly sitting on more than $4 billion of unsold inventory according to Bloomberg.

The athleisure boom has not been lost on the major brands in the industry. Nike has captured part of this market through its Off White x Nike label endorsed by tennis star Serena Williams. The label gained notoriety earlier this year when the French Open banned Williams from wearing a black catsuit that helped the athlete prevent blood clots. Under Armour Inc. has captured market share from both Adidas and Nike by straddling the space between conventional athletics apparel and urban athletics trends.

An athleisure-led strategy has helped RYU Apparel Inc. (TSXV:RYU.V) (OTCQB:RYPPF) achieve sustainable growth at an early stage in its development.  The company reported a gross profit margin of 46%, or $3.01 million in 2017, versus C$1.4 million in 2016. That trend continued into 2018, with a Q1 gross profit of C$907,815, or an annualized rate of C$3.6 million. These numbers are generally unheard of in the sportswear space, where retailers often require years to establish a brand and build a customer base.

RYU Apparel’s (TSX.V:RYU) (OTCQB:RYPPF) business model leverages experiential retail hubs to promote its products and increase brand awareness. The company plans to open between 4-6 stores per year moving forward, expanding beyond its eight retail hubs currently in operation across North America. RYU’s stores enhance its experiential connection with customers through in-store classes, seminars, and workshops, all of which demonstrate the store’s quality products.

A New Challenger In Athleisure

RYU CEO Marcello Leone is leveraging a life in fashion to capitalize on this new trend. He hired several former executives of Lululemon, a highly successful yoga wear brand, to help transform the company into something special. RYU has since evolved to create products that define athleisure, including the company’s iconic backpacks and signature apparel. Leone personally involves himself in each design RYU makes. The company won a  “best workout and training gear of fall 2017” award from Men’s Fitness.

RYU boasts an impressive line of core products, including the company’s patent-protected TriLayr waistband training pants that never need to be adjusted during a workout. RYU’s proprietary OutLayr fabrics ensure its outerwear performs well in the rainy climate of Vancouver, a standard that will perform excellently in urban environment, such as Toronto or New York. RYU is also known for its iconic backpacks, including the Locker Pack, which is patented and designed to keep its shape while at the gym or in a locker.  The company’s innovations earned RYU a nomination for the Retail Startup of The Year by the World Retail Awards.

Some of RYU’s main competitors in the athleisure space are beginning to take notice of the company’s encroachment on its main market. Lululemon, one of the most established brands in the category, recently fought RYU’s attempt to trademark their own products. Lululemon eventually rescinded all objections after RYU was able to prove first use of the trademark.

As a leader in the athleisure space, RYU has the potential to grab a significant market share of a rapidly growing fashion sector. After posting revenue of $3-million in 2017, the company plans to accelerate growth by expanding product lines within the athleisure sector. As more and more competitors cater to the athleisure trend, first-movers such as RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX.V:RYU) (OTC:RYPPF) have the potential to benefit from the significant market expansion.

Major Brands Catching Up To Athleisure

Under Armour (NYSE:UA): Under Armour has reacted to the sweeping athleisure trend by creating their own athleisure line, Threadborne, to cater to the new segment. The company signed NBA Star Steph Curry, tennis star Andy Roddick, and ballet dancer Misty Copeland to promote the line. While Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank has kept the company’s athleisure sales numbers private, he has addressed the trend by stating Under Armour is hitting their internal benchmarks for the segment.

Foot Locker Inc. (NYSE:FL): Foot Locker is a New York-based sports footwear retailer that has expanded to 28 countries. The company, the successor corporation to retailer F. W. Woolworth, sells a collection of footwear from major brands including Adidas and Nike. The company recently announced a strategic investment of $15-million USD into women’s activewear maker Carbon38 in order to serve the growing athleisure space. Foot Locker’s second quarter revenue rose 3.9% to $1.78 billion, much of which was driven by online sales.

Skechers U.S.A. Inc (NYSE:SKX): Skechers is a global lifestyle and performance brand specializing in footwear. The company has begun targeting the athleisure market through their signature ‘YOU by Skechers’ collection which offers functional performance wear for women on the go. Skechers has responded well to the athleisure trend, posting $1.25 billion in sales in Q1 of 2018.

PVH Corp. (NYSE:PVH):  PVH is one of the world’s largest apparel companies with almost $9 billion in revenue last year. PVH holds Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Van Heusen, Izod, Arrow, Speedo, Warner’s, Olga, Geoffrey Beene and True&Co. in its portfolio. PVH boosted its second quarter by 13%, driven by strong demand for the company’s designer lifestyle brands including Calvin Klein, which has targeted the trend through its athleisure-inspired ‘Calvin Klein Jeans Established 1987’ line.

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New York, NY – October 10, 2018 – Fashion trends are constantly changing. What’s popular one day may not be the next. Athletic wear styles rarely change, but athleisure wear is changing the entire market and creating lucrative new revenue streams for businesses that take part in this exciting new segment.

• Athletic wear sales have grown by a whopping 61 percent since 2007.
• Morgan Stanley forecasts sales of $355 billion by 2021, up from $290 billion now.
• Celebrity marketing partnerships boost companies’ social media profiles.

Athleisure wear revolves around a company like RYU’s ability to combine workout-ready clothing with comfort and global appeal. The modern athleisure market is all about creating apparel that is suitable for both high performance and daily use. RYU Apparel, Inc. (TSX-V:RYU) (OTC:RYPPF) (RYU Profile) is the newest threat to challenge the fashion monopoly controlled by conventional clothing conglomerates Nike, Inc. (NYSE:NKE); Gap, Inc. (NYSE:GPS); Adidas AG ADR (OTC:ADDYY) and Lululemon Athletica, Inc. (NASDAQ:LULU).

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A Hot Trend in Fashion: Athleisure

The current state of the fashion industry is not looking good for established companies like that choose to remain dedicated to the declining performance apparel segment of the fashion industry. Some companies, however, are changing scope and broadening their athletic wear to include athleisure wear.

RYU (TSX.V:RYU) (OTC:RYPPF) interviewed athletes and trainers, asking them what they want most from their performance apparel. The resulting products were designed to achieve professional performance without giving up a moment of comfort. This approach has allowed companies such as RYU to cater to both the fashion and athletic wear markets through its athleisure line without alienating its customers.

Adidas has partnered with Kanye West on Yeezy, a luxury athleisure line with a high price point. The highly coveted Yeezy sneaker models flew off the shelves and immediately sold out the day they were sold in stores, prompting Adidas to promise the shoes could be purchased online as well. The Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 was the second-most Instagrammed sneaker ever.

The athleisure market has captured the attention of other apparel conglomerates as well, and for good reason. The athleisure industry grew by 17 percent in 2017 and is now the largest apparel category in the United States. Even Nike has taken notice of this market shift and has responded by creating a new line in collaboration with Serena Williams and Off White.

RYU’s head start in athleisure has given the company a considerable advantage as major brands battle to secure their share of the athleisure market. The company’s revenue has grown each year since 2016 ($1.36 million in 2016, $3 million in 2017, and $8 million projected in 2018) and even outsold Lululemon and Under Armour combined over their first two years ($4.5 million versus $2.4 million) of business. RYU expects to see margins increase once economies of scale are realized.

RYU’s first mover advantage gives it the edge in the athleisure industry, with companies such as Wrangler, Nike, Lululemon and others fighting to catch up. The demand is there. The question is, how will companies survive in such a competitive market?

Companies such as H&M have already found it difficult to avoid inventory crunch because their entire business model revolves around selling low-margin items at high volumes. In athleisure, the successful companies are more likely to sell high-margin, premium items that guarantee quality. While major brands such as Nike and Adidas may be willing to offload unsold product via outlets, others such as RYU don’t discount their merchandise.

Patent-Protected Innovation

RYU’s quality products come from the top. Each item is designed by fashion tycoon and CEO Marcello Leone to achieve a professional level of performance. Leone is personally involved in the design and testing of each product on RYU’s line, ensuring each item will perform after every use. This dedication to quality allows RYU to maintain a limited number of SKUs, limiting inventory and maintaining stable margins.

Another important thing to look for in this industry is a company’s ability to secure patents on its innovative athleisure wear. RYU owns several patents on its products, including the “Trilayr” waistband that addresses several problems with existing yoga pants, allowing a full range of flexibility for yogis, weightlifters, walkers and joggers.

RYU’s innovative approach to its technical gear also led to the creation of the company’s patented OutLayr technology, which provides a number of RYU products with waterproofing necessary to survive outdoors in any type of environment, rain or shine. These patents are a critical aspect of RYU’s product design. With each innovation, RYU has created legally protected designs that establish its products as the industry standard for performance apparel.

The athleisure trend is about more than just clothing; however, it’s about demanding quality and performance in every setting. RYU is more than a clothing company, its an innovative tech company dedicated to improving the quality of urban athletic wear with every product they design. The company’s extensive list of patents is an extension of this approach, providing legal protection against competitors lagging behind.

The Athleisure Trend Isn’t Slowing Down

The biggest growth is yet to come in athleisure. Lululemon’s shares hit a record high of $160.68 this month with total sales in the quarter ending July 29 rising 25 percent to $723.5 million. Morgan Stanley expects the industry to be worth over $350 billion by 2020, leaving plenty of room for growth for RYU and others that continue to innovate in the space. RYU’s experienced management team’s innovative approach to product design is expected to maintain its advantage over the competition.

Nike, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) is an international fashion and performance apparel company that has established footholds in most major sports categories. The organization produces performance apparel and casual clothing and dominates the international shoe market. The company is working to catch up on the athleisure trend, adapting its popular line of Air Jordan sneakers to include technical improvements, such as self-tightening laces.

Lululemon, Athletica, Inc. (NASDAQ:LULU) is one of the largest names in the athleisure wear market. Projections suggest the company could reach $3.2 billion in sales this year, driven by solid numbers in women’s pants, Lululemon’s most profitable category. The company’s current focus is on fashion over function when it comes to its approach to athleisure.

Adidas (OTC:ADDYY) is an international performance apparel, casual apparel and shoe manufacturer. The company joined the athleisure movement in order to take on its rival Nike, which helped drive Adidas’ stock price up to an all-time high of $218 per share in August. Adidas continues to appeal to the urban athletic wear market through its partnership with West’s Yeezy line, which released a new edition of the Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in September.

Gap Inc. (NYSE:GPS) is a retail clothing company beginning its expansion into athleisure apparel. The company announced it will soon be launching a new brand called Hill City that will cater to male urban athletes and professionals, mimicking the success the company experienced with its Athleta line for women. The company’s Athleta line is expected to cross the $1 billion milestone in sales over the next couple of years.

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VANCOUVER, Oct. 9, 2018  – RYU Apparel Inc. (TSXV: RYU) (OTCQB: RYPPF) (“RYU” or the “Company”), creator of urban athletic apparel, is pleased to announce that it has successfully protected its registration over its RYU trade-mark registrations in Canada, including the RYU logo. The Company also has trade-mark registrations in the United States, China and Hong Kong.

Lululemon Athletica Inc. (“Lululemon”) has advised that it does not intend to expunge any RYU trade-mark registrations of the Company that may be issued from the Canadian Intellectual Property Officer (“CIPO”), including the RYU (stylized) trade-mark (the “RYU Marks”) or oppose the current trade-mark applications for the RYU Marks. The legal matter started in March 2017 after the Company advertised its application for the RYU (stylized) trade-mark on the January 2017 edition of the Trade-marks Journal and Lululemon sought and received and extension from CIPO to consider whether to oppose the RYU Marks, having produced a T-shirt prominently featuring the letters RYU, even though the Company was already operating with multiple stores and a growing international e-commerce business.

Marcello Leone, CEO of RYU stated: “We will always protect our intellectual property and we are proud to own the RYU Marks. The word Respect is in our name and at the heart of our values and it is the purpose of our movement.”

For regular updates on RYU Apparel visit: http://ryu.com

About RYURespect Your Universe is an award winning urban athletic apparel and accessories brand engineered for the fitness, performance and lifestyle of athletically minded men and women. Innovatively designed without compromise and tailored for fit, comfort, 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 Tel: 604-235-2880

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

SOURCE RYU Apparel Inc.

VANCOUVER, Sept. 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ – RYU Apparel Inc. (TSX-V: RYU, OTC US: RYPPF) (“RYU” or the “Company”), creators of urban athletic apparel, is pleased to share further high-profile global media coverage of RYU in Forbes, introducing the brand to its vast audience and supporting RYU’s launch into the USA.

In the Forbes article, “Introducing RYU, the Canadian Sportwear Brand that wants you to Respect Your Universe,” published in the Lifestyle section, journalist Ann Binlot interviews RYU’s CEO, Marcello Leone. The commentary revolves around the DNA of the company, the approach to the market, what makes Respect Your Universe different from others, explores the history of the brand, as well as its plans for future growth and expansion.

Please see full article here:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/abinlot/2018/09/10/introducing-ryu-the-canadian-sportswear-brand-that-wants-you-to-respect-your-universe/#4fdbbcff4e9d

“Forbes is one of the top publications in our industry, read worldwide that gave us the opportunity to introduce ourselves to their followers allowing us to offer our outlook on fashion and our future.” says Marcello Leone, CEO of RYU.

For regular updates on RYU Apparel visit: http://ryu.com

About RYU
Respect Your Universe is an award winning urban athletic apparel and accessories brand engineered for the fitness, performance and lifestyle of athletically minded men and women. Innovatively designed without compromise and tailored for fit, comfort, and durability, RYU exists to facilitate human performance. For more information, visit: http://ryu.com

About Forbes
Forbes, founded in 1917, is one of the most important business magazines in the world. Published bi-weekly, it features original articles on finance, industry, investing, lifestyle and marketing topics. Forbes also reports on related subjects such as technology, communications, science, politics and law and it is considered one of the major authorities in the press and information industry.

For more information, visit: https://www.forbes.com/

On Behalf of the Board

RYU APPAREL INC.
“Marcello Leone”
Marcello Leone, CEO, President and Chairman of the Board
Tel: 604-235-2880

Investor Relations
Contact: Anna Brazier
Investor Relations
1-844-535-2880
investors@ryu.com
www.ryu.com

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SOURCE RYU Apparel Inc.