Champion x Civilist

Champion x Civilist: where sportswear heritage meets skate culture

The Champion x Civilist capsule brings two worlds with a strong story onto the same page: Champion’s sportswear heritage and the creative vision of Civilist Berlin. It is a collaboration made for those looking for authentic pieces that are easy to wear and able to bring together streetwear, comfort and timeless style.

Champion x Civilist comes from a real story that began in 2012 with an unofficial project by Civilist. Today, that story becomes an official collaboration, taking shape through a selection of Champion classics reinterpreted with the graphic, urban and cultural attitude of the Berlin skate shop. The result is a direct, character-driven capsule, built for those who choose pieces with identity, not just a logo.

From the field to the street: the energy of Champion x Civilist

Champion x Civilist celebrates the meeting point between sport and lifestyle. On one side is Champion, a brand founded in 1919 and connected to pieces that helped define modern sportswear. On the other is Civilist Berlin, a skate shop and cultural space founded in 2009, rooted in the city’s creative scene and recognised for its connection with skateboarding, art and design.

This capsule does not force the meeting between the two brands: it makes it feel natural. The shapes come from Champion’s sports archive, while the graphic treatment and details express Civilist’s point of view. Wear Champion x Civilist to build a look with authentic roots, made to move between the city, skate culture, daily wear and off-duty moments.

Reverse Weave: a technology built to last

Among the key pieces in the capsule are Reverse Weave hoodies and sweatshirts, a core part of Champion’s identity. Reverse Weave technology was born in the Thirties to answer a practical need: reducing garment shrinkage after washing and helping pieces keep their shape over time. The principle is simple and powerful: the fabric is cut on the cross-grain, helping the structure of the garment stay more stable and resistant.

Talking about Champion x Civilist also means talking about a true icon. Champion is recognised as the inventor of the hoodie, and this collaboration brings that legacy into a more contemporary visual language. The hoodies and sweatshirts are not just comfortable pieces: they bring together performance, culture and timeless style.

Heavyweight cotton T-shirts and mesh shorts

Champion x Civilist also includes heavyweight cotton T-shirts and high-quality mesh shorts. The product selection makes the capsule complete and versatile: you can create a relaxed yet bold outfit, build a more streetwear-led look or choose an essential mix to wear every day.

The heavyweight cotton T-shirts give structure to the look and enhance the graphic side of the collaboration. The mesh shorts add a direct reference to the world of sport, with a light and dynamic construction designed to move naturally. Every piece keeps a clear balance between functionality and visual impact.

Premium details, real attitude

The strength of Champion x Civilist also lies in the details. Each piece is finished with elements that bring together the DNA of both brands: chenille embroidery, screen prints and embroidered applications placed directly on the garment. These details add depth to the capsule without making it feel overdone, keeping the aesthetic authentic, graphic and easy to work into your wardrobe.

These elements work because they are not decoration for decoration’s sake. They tell a real connection between Champion and Civilist Berlin, between sport and skate, between archive and contemporary culture. Create your look starting with a Reverse Weave hoodie, pair it with a heavyweight cotton T-shirt or complete the outfit with mesh shorts: the capsule is made to be worn, lived in and styled naturally.

Who the capsule is made for

Champion x Civilist speaks to those looking for authenticity and pieces with a recognisable story. It is a selection made for a community that understands the value of heritage but wants to wear it with a current attitude. It is not just a collaboration between brands: it is a bridge between a story born in sport and an urban culture that continues to shape the way we dress.

The tone of the capsule is direct: comfort, character and perceived quality. The pieces work because they are immediate, but not generic. They have a strong sportswear base, a streetwear reading and details that make them recognisable without losing wearability.

When and where to buy Champion x Civilist

Champion x Civilist will be available from 2 May 2026. The capsule will be available exclusively at the Civilist store in Berlin, Champion flagship stores in Milan, Soho and Paris, and on Championstore.com.

Discover Champion x Civilist and choose a capsule built around a true story: a project born outside the rules, turned into an official collaboration, with pieces designed to bring Champion heritage and the creative energy of Civilist Berlin into the present. Wear an icon, live the movement and carry a piece of sportswear and streetwear culture with you.