Our activewear goes through a lot. From intense classes to being worn pretty much non-stop over the pandemic, our beloved leggings and sports tops have been through it all. Which might, for many of us, mean that it’s time for a bit of an update.
Luckily, there are plenty of cool new activewear trends to tap into – and who knows, maybe some fresh threads will help boost your motivation too. 1. Versatility Sports clothes are no longer just for working out in.
“The collision of fashion and sportswear trend continues, as more people require their gym wear to look equally as good in the bar as at the barre,” says Alice Merriman, head of retail at 1Rebel. To nail the transition, Merriman recommends choosing a blend of “technical fabrics with fashion-forward fits, that optimise support, sculpting and style”. When picking pieces, Merriman also recommends looking for anything that fits into the ‘quiet luxury’ trend which currently “reigns supreme”.
1Rebel Tech Leisure Sweatshirt, £65; Tech Leisure Short, £55; Tech Pro Bralette, £45 TALA DayFlex Wrap High Waisted Flared Yoga Pant in Milk , £64; DayFlex Zip Through Jacket in Milk, £64; DayFlex Push-up Sports Bra in Milk, £42 2. All-in-ones “All-in-ones are fast becoming a firm favourite for yoga and Pilates fans, and for good reason,” says Natalie O’Connell, head of design at activewear brand BAM. “The simplicity of an all-in-one eliminates the need to coordinate separate pieces, streamlining the pre-yo.