10 Athleisure Brands That Will Make Your Next Gym Outfit Super Chic
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By Sara Spruch-Feiner
Once upon a time, what you wore to workout would have been, quite literally, the least of your concerns. How times have changed! Now, thanks to the current athleisure trend, on a Saturday morning in New York City the streets are filled with as many women in fashion-forward variables of yoga clothes as they are sundresses. Beyond brands like Lululemon, which have become household names, lies a massive world of forward thinking fitness fashion. Meet some of our fave athleisure brands here.
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While Alala obviously offers a stylish take on fitness gear, it’s still ultimately extremely wearable. The Captain Crop leggings with their simple but sexy mesh panels are as close to a perfect workout pant as I’ve found. And while they’re definitely not cheap, they’re also not so much more than your average pair from Lulu.
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You’ll enter the world of Fabletics, co-founded by one Ms. Kate Hudson, via a fun and quick quiz that tailors outfit suggestions to you. These pre-matched sets are super-affordable -- especially because the first one you purchase is 50 percent off. Try the Sol Tank which flaunts a cute open back or the even breezier, barely-there, Taylor Tank II.
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Take it from someone who lives in basic, solid-colored tee-shirts: even the pattern-averse can rock a bold print to yoga. At first, I didn’t believe this to be true. But then I discovered how fun it can be to rock a pair of Prismsport leggings: it’s like a party on your legs. This feminine floral pair feels super summery, while the bandana print would practically fit in at your next music festival.
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L.A. based yoga line Alo is filled with color-blocked details, well-ventilated tops for your sweatier vinyasas and their signature: the goddess legging, which comes in about a million color schemes. Each pair of dual-toned bottoms hugs your booty and thighs just-so and features a tummy-flattening waistband. They’re kind of a must in any yogi’s wardrobe.
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This line boasts an ultra-lightweight and super-flattering fabric imported from Brazil which is at once, “strong enough to hold you in” and “soft enough to feel like second skin.” Try the Blue Getaway Compression Pant—the white mesh and cobalt blue pair is a fun alternative to some of the other more day-to-nightclub options out there.
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...And speaking of gym clothes that are nightclub ready, enter Koral Activewear. This is the line to wear from yoga to date night. Their jumpsuits are amazing, and many of their tops (see: the Balance tank) would fit right in amongst the “going-out-tops” in your closet.
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Zara Terez is known for its prints as well—IMHO, most importantly, their uber-popular Emoji legging—another must in any fitness fashion aficionado's collection. Of course, you can also get Zara Terez leggings emblazoned everything from kale and blueberries to Times Square and mixtapes. It’s a fun assortment, to say the least.
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In a category all her own is Mara Hoffman’s just-launched athleisure collection. Capris and cropped tanks get the signature MH treatment and are covered in bold, bright prints. While they’re definitely pricy, I can’t help but think I’d go to yoga if I had a pair of these to wear.
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OV’s minimalist collection is filled with combinations of light colors and has a decidedly more childlike aesthetic than much of the club-apparel-inspired fitness gear out there right now. Should you have just purchased a new gym membership or just need some motivation, spring for a kit -- very chic, pre-matched outfits packaged in adorable tote bags.
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This super-basic pared-down line is all about the necessities, and making them accessible at more affordable prices. A solid go-to for reliable moisture-wicking, anti-odor staples like must-have black leggings, tanks, tees, and even gym-ready undies.
