About WaveWear
Everyone deserves to move their best. We build wear that supports your body to make it happen.
Our vision
A world where nothing holds you back.
Our mission
We support every body* to move its best.
*Every body is built to move.
What we make
Stress-free Comfort & Recovery Performance Wear
Our values
What we stand for
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Built for your body
Every product starts with a real athlete’s real discomfort.
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Proven, not promised
We only claim what we’ve tested.
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Support, reimagined
We rethink how the body gets support, from the ground up.
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Made to last
Not single-use. Made to move with you for the long run.
Our brand
The Waves Behind WaveWear
The name “WaveWear” tells our story. Our proprietary AlignX™ adhesive silicone technology is applied to fabric in flowing wave patterns—just like professional kinesiology tape—providing targeted support exactly where your body needs it.
But here's what makes us different: instead of throwing away tape after every use, our reusable compression activewear delivers the same professional-grade kinesiology support wash after wash. Wear it for training, recovery, or daily movement. The result? Support that moves with you, comfort that lasts through the day, and a sustainable alternative to wasteful single-use tape. That's the WaveWear difference.
Our team
Designed and Made in Korea
Based in South Korea, our specialized 20-person team brings expertise in kinesiology science, textile engineering, and compression garment design. From fabric selection to the placement of our kinesiology support, every WaveWear product undergoes rigorous testing to ensure our compression technology delivers consistent support and comfort.
Since 2018, we've grown from a two-person startup to an international compression activewear brand, with a commitment to innovation and quality that drives everything we do.
At a glance
Since 2018
From Knee Braces to Activewear
WaveWear started with knee braces and has since expanded to include a variety of sleeve supports, leggings, and athleisure gym wear.
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8+ Years of R&D
After extensive research and development, we created and tested products using adhesive silicone specially designed for fabric.
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Sold in 8 Countries
South Korea, UK, USA, Ireland, Italy, Slovakia, Malaysia, and Vietnam.
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Caring for Our Environment
Sustainability is a high priority at WaveWear, and in a world with growing environmental concern, WaveWear offers a sustainable alternative to kinesiology tape.
Our sustainability
Our story
Meet our founder
WaveWear began with a problem our founder, Nancy Cho, knew firsthand as an avid runner. Read how it grew from early prototypes to the WaveWear you can wear today.
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WaveWear Stories
Find Your WaveWear
Explore kinesiology sleeves and compression activewear for the way you move.