From the boulders in the forest of Fontainebleau to the streets of Los Angeles, the energy of a session remains the same: spontaneous, joyful, and collective. Out in the open, together, you look for the right moment and try to push past your own limits—whether you’re on a rock face or a skateboard.
It is in this spirit that Millet and Element present the second chapter of their first collaboration—a project that brings into dialogue two worlds that only appear to be distant.
High altitude and asphalt meet at a point of balance between performance and workwear. Millet brings its alpine heritage, technical know-how, and experience in designing products for the mountains. Element contributes its own creative language—one that is free-spirited and deeply rooted in skate culture.
Escape the Concrete Jungle
“Escape the Concrete Jungle” is the message behind this collaboration: an invitation to rediscover what truly matters, by stepping away—if only for a moment—from the urban jungle, the noise, and the frantic pace of everyday life.
Millet and Element invite you to reconnect with adventure and the great outdoors. To celebrate this project, the two brands bring their athletes together for an experience that bridges the worlds of skateboarding and climbing—fostering an authentic encounter between communities united by the same desire to explore.
The collection: workwear and technical products
For this second chapter, Millet and Element join forces once again, combining technical expertise, high-performance materials, and a creative approach inspired by skate culture.
Millet contributes its alpine expertise and benchmark materials—such as GORE-TEX®, PrimaLoft®, and Polartec®—designed to withstand cold, wind, and challenging environmental conditions. Element reinterprets these elements through its own unique lens, featuring looser, shorter fits, reimagined volumes, and fresh, colorful, and spontaneous graphics.
The result is a blend that combines technicality and creativity, verticality and urban asphalt, performance and style. Workwear inspiration manifests in layered pieces, reversible garments, and durable materials, all set against a color palette that ranges from truffle and shadow blue to delicate pastel tones.
Key pieces include the Puff Down Jkt—featuring 80/20 recycled down insulation with a 650 fill power—the Alpha Reversible, and the Shell GTX® Jkt, which is also designed for those who view “gorpcore” as an aesthetic language as much as a functional one.
The collection is rounded out by the Friction—an approach shoe reimagined for everyday use—and the Chamonix backpack, which draws on Millet’s mountaineering heritage.
85% of the collection is crafted from responsible materials. Each garment serves a specific purpose, with no superfluous elements. It is a vision that brings climbers and skateboarders together, demonstrating that these two worlds share more values than might initially appear.
Climbing and skateboarding: two closely related worlds
At first glance, climbers and skateboarders seem to belong to parallel universes: the former move across granite walls, while the latter turn asphalt into their own playground. Yet, these two cultures converge through a shared sensibility—one defined by boldness, creativity, and freedom of movement.
Both also share a certain inclination to challenge the rules, experimenting with new possibilities and seeking alternative paths. The pleasure is the same: being outdoors, sharing an experience, envisioning a line, and trying it over and over again until one finds one’s own way of interpreting it.
“Where most people see only a rock, we see an opportunity”—this perspective captures the mindset of climbers well, but it could just as easily apply to a skateboarder. For both, what matters is looking at a space with fresh eyes and discovering possibilities where others see only obstacles.
Products from the Millet x Element collection
MXE Puff Down Jkt
Designed to provide warmth and comfort, the Puff Down Jkt combines ReDown recycled duck down insulation with a lightweight construction and a contemporary design. Its soft, enveloping fit makes it suitable for both outdoor activities and urban commuting, while the blend of outer materials helps define its technical aesthetic.
Key features
- Relaxed fit.
- 3D adjustable hood.
- Two zippered hand pockets.
- An internal zip pocket and an internal security pocket.
- Two-way zip closure.
- Adjustable cuffs with Velcro tabs.
- Special Millet x Element internal label.
- Printed lining.
- Filling made of 100% recycled duck down.
Materials and specifications
- Main material: Toray® Light Rip Stop, 100% polyamide, with a durable water-repellent (DWR) treatment and downproof construction.
- Secondary material: Ripstop face, 93% nylon and 7% polyester, with DWR treatment.
- Insulation: 80/20 recycled down, 650 fill power.
- Lining: Ultralight Downproof Print, 100% polyamide, with DWR treatment.
- Weight: 874 g.
MXE Insulated Coach Jkt
Inspired by classic coach jackets, this piece interprets the language of workwear through an essential, functional design. Featuring a shirt-style collar, a relaxed fit, and multiple pockets, it is a garment designed for everyday wear, while PrimaLoft® Black insulation provides lightweight warmth.
Key features
- Relaxed fit.
- An internal zippered mesh pocket.
- Two zippered chest pockets.
- Two hand pockets.
- Front zip opening.
- Adjustable hem.
- Shirt collar.
- Special Millet x Element internal label.
- Printed lining.
Materials and specifications
- Main material: Toray® Light Rip Stop, 100% polyamide, with DWR treatment and downproof construction.
- Secondary material: Ripstop face, 93% nylon and 7% polyester, with DWR treatment.
- Insulation: PrimaLoft® Black 80 g, 100% polyester.
- Lining: Ultralight Downproof Print, 100% polyamide, with DWR treatment and downproof construction.
MXE Shell GTX® Jkt
The Shell GTX® Jkt combines weather protection with a utility aesthetic inspired by workwear. The GORE-TEX® ePE membrane provides waterproofness and breathability, while the layered pockets and functional construction define a structured look—equally well-suited for urban commuting and outdoor activities.
Key features
- Relaxed fit.
- GORE-TEX® ePE outer fabric made of 100% recycled polyester.
- Two zippered hand pockets.
- Two chest pockets with flaps.
- Waterproof two-way front zip.
- Adjustable cuffs with Velcro tabs.
- Special internal fabric label by Millet x Element.
- Adjustable hem.
- Overlay construction.
- 3D adjustable hood.
Materials and specifications
- Main material: GORE-TEX® 75D ePE 3L Recycled PES, 100% polyester.
- Waterproof rating: 28,000 mm.
- Treatment: durable water repellent (DWR).
- Breathability: RET less than 20 m²·Pa/W.
- Weight: 512 g.
MXE Alpha Reversible Jkt
The Alpha Reversible Jkt embodies the meeting of Millet’s technical approach and Element’s stylistic sensibility through a reversible construction. One side, featuring Polartec® Alpha Direct, provides lightweight warmth and breathability, while the other—made from ripstop fabric—adds structure and a more minimalist aesthetic.
Versatile and designed for everyday use, it allows you to change your look to suit the occasion, while offering a combination of thermal comfort, practicality, and freedom of movement.
Key features
- Relaxed fit.
- A zippered chest pocket.
- Two hand pockets.
- Hood, cuffs, and hem with an elastic finish.
- Reversible construction.
Materials and specifications
- Main material: Toray® Air Stretch Ripstop, 100% polyamide, with DWR treatment.
- Secondary material: Polartec® Alpha Direct 90 g Recycled PES, 100% stretch polyester.
- Weight: 360 g.
MXE Friction
The Friction is a semi-rigid approach shoe that combines robustness, precision, and comfort. The Vibram® Mulaz sole ensures grip and stability on technical terrain, while the breathable suede upper adapts to the foot, thanks to a lacing system designed to provide a precise fit.
Produced in Europe and crafted from Italian leather, it is designed for alpine environments, yet its minimalist character also makes it an appealing choice for everyday outdoor-inspired style.
Key features
- Low-cut upper to promote lightness and freedom of movement.
- Vibram® Mulaz sole, precise and with good grip, designed for mountaineering.
- Dual-density EVA midsole for comfort and stability.
- Comfort Pro insole for cushioning and protection.
- Full rubber toe cap.
- Durable Italian leather.
- Approach-style lacing for a precise fit.
- Technical approach-style shape.
- Numbered edition limited to 200 pairs.
Materials and specifications
- Sole: Vibram® Mulaz.
- Insole: Comfort Pro, manufactured in the European Union.
- Weight: 940 g.
Chamonix 15+5
Inspired by Millet’s mountaineering heritage, the Chamonix 15+5 backpack reinterprets mountain-inspired design for an urban setting. A magnetic roll-top closure allows for volume expansion, while a side zipper provides quick access to the main compartment and dedicated pockets for electronic devices.
The thermoformed insert on the front panel, the elastic system, and the zippered back pocket are reminiscent of the brand’s early backpacks. The 400D recycled nylon, featuring a TPU coating, contributes to durability and protection against moisture.
Key features
- Ergonomic shoulder straps.
- Adjustable chest strap.
- Roll-top closure with compression straps.
- Side access with zip.
- Protective compartment for laptops up to 15″.
- An external zip pocket.
- An internal mesh pocket with a zip and a key holder.
- Protective compartment for a tablet.
Materials and specifications
- Main material: nylon 66, 330D mini ripstop, 100% polyamide.
- Water resistance: 1,000 mm.
- Treatment: durable water repellent (DWR).
- Weight: 750 g.
