How to wear athletic wear anywhere
Are you one of those people who would love nothing more than to only wear your casual athletic wear? You're in Luck - Here's how to pull it off
Lots of people have fully embraced the athleisure trend. At the same time, though, some folks are still on the fence about it. If you're not sure how to style your athletic wear so that you feel comfortable but still look cute, don't worry. #ActivewearSets
Listed below are some great tips that will turn you into an athleisure aficionado in no time!
Start with Staples
The key to rocking the athleisure trend is to start by investing in some great staple pieces. There are a few casual athletic pieces that everyone ought to have, including the following:
A cute sports bra that fits perfectly
A comfortable pair of leggings
Fashionable and functional sneakers
If you have no idea where to begin when it comes to shopping for athleisure, start by picking up these three items. Then, you can slowly start to add extras that enhance them. You'll have a full athleisure wardrobe before you know it!
Find Flattering, Comfortable Pieces
This tip goes for any type of clothing, but it's especially important when you're shopping for athleisure wear.
The whole point of athleisure is that you're supposed to feel comfortable while also looking stylish and put together. If you're wearing leggings that dig into your stomach or a sports bra that's unsupportive, you're not going to feel your best.
Try everything on before you commit to it and make sure you absolutely love the way it makes you look and feel.
Make It Proportional
When you're first getting used to wearing athletic wear outside of the gym, you might feel a little uncomfortable walking around in tight leggings and a tight top.
If this feels too revealing for you, try pairing your leggings with a loose-fitting sweatshirt or jacket. You could also wear loose-fitting bottoms with a tight top.
These combinations make your look more proportional and can put you at ease when you dip your toe in the athleisure pond.
Mix Things Up
Matching sets can be a bit much for some people. If you're not a fan of your clothes being too matchy, don't be afraid to mix things up, just like you would with your regular clothing.
Try pairing dark leggings with a lighter top or wear bright sneakers with a neutral top and bottoms. This helps you create a fun look without looking like you stepped straight out of a Jazzercise video.
Add Layers
Layers are a great way to help you stay comfortable and put together a fun and functional look.
Adding a jacket can make your athleisure wear more flattering. It'll also keep you warm and cozy as you go about your day.
Athletic clothing is known for keeping the body cool, which is great when you're working out, but not so great when you're running errands in the middle of winter.
Combine Athleisure with Other Pieces
Don't be worried about combining athleisure wear with casual streetwear.
A denim jacket with leggings and a workout top or T-shirt looks great on just about anyone. A pair of sneakers with a casual dress looks fun and fresh, too.
Remember, you don't have to wear head-to-toe athleisure to participate in the trend. Adding just one or two pieces to your other favorite outfits lets you be trendy without feeling like you're trying too hard (or not trying enough).
Don't be Afraid of Color
Some people are under the impression that athletic wear needs to be darkly colored or drab. That's definitely not the case, though.
You don't have to limit yourself black, navy blue, and grey (although you definitely can, if that's your style).
There are tons of brightly colored, printed athleisure pieces out there that are perfect for folks who love color and don't want to sacrifice it.
Accessorize
If you want to turn your athletic wear into athleisure wear, try adding some fun accessories to the outfit.
A great pair of earrings, a nice necklace, or a killer purse can help you to easily take your look from the gym to brunch with your girlfriends.
Invest in Quality
If you're going to wear athletic clothing out on the town, it's good to invest in high-quality pieces.
Look for items that aren't going to show sweat stains or be see-through when you bend over to pick something up. That's not a good look for anyone. Remember, "high-quality" and "expensive" are not synonyms.
There are lots of stores (brick-and-mortar and online) that offer affordable pieces for items that are still durable and will last a long time.
Wear Crop Tops with Confidence
Feeling confident in a crop top is the ultimate goal, and athleisure wear makes it easier for you to reach this goal.
Try pairing a crop top with a pair of high-waisted leggings to create a fun, flirty, and flattering look.
There are lots of examples of women wearing outfits like this at the gym and on the town. Check out this lookbook if you need some additional inspiration.
Shop for Casual Athletic Wear Today
Clearly, there are lots of ways that you can wear casual athletic wear even when you have no intention of exercising.
Keep these tips in mind and you'll have no trouble styling your athleisure wear. You'll be rocking leggings in the grocery store with confidence before you know it!
Could your athleisure wardrobe use a bit of revamping? If so, head to our online store today.
We have tons of attractive, high-quality activewear sets and individual pieces that are perfect for everyone.
Whether you're just starting to build your athleisure collection or you're looking to add some fun new pieces, you'll find exactly what you need when you shop with us!
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