Torslunda Pattern Leggings
$44.00
Worldwide Shipping
● Production time 4-7 business days
● Estimated delivery 2-3 weeks
Product Information
82% Polyester / 18% Spandex
Four-way stretch
50+ UPF(Ultraviolet protection factor)
Slim fit
Great for workouts or casual wearing, keeps you nice during summer and warm in winter
Squatproof - not seethrough
Elastic, no bagginess - keeps it's shape after heavy use and under pressure
The story & symbolism
Featuring three of the known four Torslunda plates. Dated to around the 6th and 7th century they were rediscovered in 1870 from Öland. The plates were likely used to press metal sheets to be used as helmet decorations , like we see with the Valsgärde, Vendel era and Sutton Hoo helmets. This way the blacksmith could press the plates against thin sheets of metal to replicate the design and mass produce these designs. The depictions on these could be myths and known stories from that age, where a man fought two bears and an army of boar warriors and how Odin is followed by shapeshifters or warriors wearing wolf pelts. We don't know for certain but this drives our attention to how much lore and more there is to these gods and how very little we know nowadays, this design lives as a reminder of that.
Boar warriors
Called the Svinfylking in Old-Norse meaning 'Boar array/formation' these warriors fought in a formation that was referenced to as a boars head with two men in the front forming the boars snout and referenced to as the tusks of the formation. This can also be seen on the plate where two boar warriors are depicted, likely a reference to the formation or perhaps there was a story or myth associated with it as well. The boar warrior along with boar worship is among one of the oldest animal warrior types and not much survives about them - just artifacts we have found and a lot of it is left for speculation and looking at neighbouring tribes for possible references.These boar warriors were also popular already in the Germanic world where they were called the 'Schweinskopf' meaning 'Boars Head' and the formation was associated with them as well. The invention of the formation is associated to Odin, with supposedly the god of war teaching this to the humans.
Odin and a berserker
Berserker is the more common name and is used as an umbrella term for all kinds of animal warriors. But actually the different animal warrior types have their own names, this one here is an Ulfhednar meaning a 'Wolf Head' and the wolf cult was associated with Odin where as the bear cult was associated with Thor and the boar cult with possibly Freyr or Freya although I don't think there is a direct source that suggests the boar warriors were associated with any god except that the formation was invented by Odin. Also the plate has a missing eye on the spear dancer figure which suggest even more that it is the All-Father. And if that doesn't convince you yet - he also has two things coming from his head which appear as horns, they are actually meant to symbolize two birds, Huginn and Munnin. So we can be very sure this is Odin himself with a wolf warrior following him - considering the boar warrior image, this could be a hint that Ulfhedinn fought alone or as a sabotage unit with a smaller number of men.
Man between two bears
This is the most mysterious one. There are no stories of a man fighting two bears that I can recall but if we were to follow the previous plates - it could also be a plate associated with the Berserkers. If the first plate of the boar warriors is a reference to the two men in the front of the boar formation become the animal warrior called Svinfylking. And the second plate showing a man becoming a Ulfhedinn by following the path of Odin or being guided by Odin. Then perhaps this plate shows how to become a Berserker? This is my own speculation and as far as I'm concerned there is no evidence to what this plate means, but seeing as all of these plates are associated with a person or people and an animal then I'm making that guess.
The fourth plate
This one is not depicted on the design. But here we see a man taming what seems to be some gryphon-like beast. Now as associated above - perhaps these are mentions of how to become a certain warrior type? Fighting bears makes you a Berserker, you also get the pelt by slaying one. Following Odin and learning from him makes you a Ulfhedinn. Fighting in a war in the frontlines makes you a Svinfylking. And taming this beast makes you another certain type of warrior. Perhaps this is some unreachable goal or a joke to some certain tribe, maybe it's a myth that we have lost or not found yet. To me it seems all these plates depict some sort of ceremony or an occupation.
Reviews
Palun
LOOOOOVE!!! ABSOLUTE FAVORITES ♥️♥️♥️♥️
May
Saw these on the release video and wanted them so bad! They hold up very good to exercise and are amazingly comfortable! I havent worn anything else on my legs ever since I got these! Also got the jacked for my husband but it is soooooo cozy and warm that it's now mine!:D He is angry about it but we are getting something new very soon! Thank you !!!
MooseLady
Absolutely love these leggings. Quality is probably the best I've had on any leggings since they're white and still aren't see-through.Awesome design, comfy and super quality.
Molly
These leggings are so soft and stretchy!! They run on the long side which is great for me! Be careful on the squat proof side they are almost always good, but always a double check before walking out the door. They wash well, and dont get baggy at the end of the day. Absolutely a 10/10
c eisengar
The leggings look fantastic and fit well - I have two pairs of different prints and they're made exactly the same, so the reviews can be interchangeable. The only issue I see with these leggings is 1. the material runs & pills easily, so they're quick to damage and 2. you shouldn't wash them in the laundry machine as it will accelerate that pilling damage. It's unfortunate that these incredible designs can only be printed on this material; I understand the intention of making them cost effective but in this case you really do get what you pay for with this material. I've worn and washed them twice and they still fit perfectly fine, they are not see through and they don't get baggy nor do they 'ride up' (though I recommend, if possible, including a gusset in future designs). They are very attention grabbing and the print design is incredible, and the colours look great.
Amelia
Great material, I don't have any other tights that are this good.The material is comfortable also when you bend you can't see through them and as a woman I love that they are like that because I can wear them where ever I like!The story behind the design is something that I love!Thank you for thinking of us Norse girls!Skol!
Dunja
Amazing quality, most definitely worth every dime. Stretchy fabric, but not see-through. It's a bit thicker so it's not for really hot summers, but other than that, they are really comfortable and soft. Once you put them on, you don't want to take them off, you can take my word for it! I will probably be ordering a couple more designs in the near future.
c eisengar
these leggings are all of the same cut, material, and construction so one review works for all (minus the print). As someone has so graciously demonstrated the way they fit in the back I figured I would show how they fit in the front. They are comfy and even this white material does not show through (and it is squat proof, get those gainz for the gods). Since this print is not an 'all over' print like the beserker ceremony leggings are I believe the print will wear slightly better and look less damaged over time, but I could still wish for a more expensive material option as I think the artwork on these garments really deserves it.
Palun
Fits perfectly and the design is cool as heck!
Serena
The design is what drew me to these, I think it’s very beautiful, versatile, and I like what this brand does to promote cultural knowledge and folk arts. The quality is pretty good, they seem like they will hold up for a while (though I got them during a very hot summer so I haven’t put that to a real test yet). I also appreciate the brand’s stated commitment to reduce waste by producing orders as they come rather than holding onto stock, and their transparency In the FAQ about the production cycle.
Coral
These leggings are fantastic. I think the quality of the material improved as well since 2021 - they are made of an 'unbrushed' material that I believe uses sublimation printing, and the print has not faded nor has the fabric began to pill and I have washed these leggings several times. Also a testament to the quality - I slid in them on asphalt during a motorcycle accident and they got two small tears in them but those tears have not snagged nor have they stretched/gotten larger even after being washed twice, so they are still wearable. The waistband is quite comfortable and I was afraid the design would give me a bit of a 'spare tire' but that's not the case at all, they're a very flattering fit despite having a curvier figure. They are also LONG! So you don't have to worry about them sagging in the crotch area and having to hike them up above your ankles to make them fit better.
T
AMAZING!!! Super comfortable, breathable and so vibrant. The fabric is very high quality and I adore these leggings already after just a couple wears. I can’t wait to order another pair of them. The shipping was reasonable, arrived without trouble and I am still so giddy about how well they fit.I tested them through all my Valkyrie worthy workout and they’ve held up flawlessly. Thank you for making such a good product!
Emma
Pleased with the material feel of the set, and the patterns are totally outstanding. I recommend!
Danni
Great so far! Very eye-catching. The leggings stretch to grey during squats but don’t get sheer. That said, I sized up to make sure that the design didn’t stretch out. The design is flashy enough to distract from the white showing through when leggings are stretched.Sublimated printing on white for anyone who is looking for that info, looks more dark grey than black once you have them on. Awesome for lifting.
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Torslunda Pattern Leggings
$44.00
Worldwide Shipping
● Production time 4-7 business days
● Estimated delivery 2-3 weeks
Size Chart
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Upperbody
Lowebody
Where to measure on upper- and lowerbody. W stands for width or waist and H for height, check below for a more detailed guide on how to measure
| Size | Waist | Inseam |
|---|---|---|
| xs |
30 cm
|
43.6 cm
|
| s |
32 cm
|
43.6 cm
|
| m |
34 cm
|
43.6 cm
|
| l |
37 cm
|
43.6 cm
|
| xl |
40.5 cm
|
43.6 cm
|
How to measure
Items are measured by being laid flat on the ground, not by circumference. If you have any items that fit you well, lay them on the ground and measure them to get the best fit
Here's a small video I made for the sweatshirt, pants, hoodies - the same applies for all the other apparel items as well
Here's a small video I made for the sweatshirt, pants, hoodies - the same applies for all the other apparel items as well
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