selectvenue Are you bored wearing formal tops and shorts for the meetings? More than ever our lives have become about comfort and practical decisions. So how do we combine comfort and fashion? We want to look presentable but also feel comfortable.
How do you do that, you ask. Athleisure wear is the answer. There is a thin line between gym wear and athleisure wear. Gone are the days when activewear came in boring shades of grey. Without a doubt, workout gear has become more fashionable than ever. You can wear this to a lunch or a casual get-together. So look no further, because we’ve rounded up our fitness favorite look.
What is athleisure?
The term “athleisure” has now been added to the dictionary and is defined as “casual clothing designed to be worn both for exercising and for general use.” Although this definition may technically be correct, it’s also a little dull. The true beauty of athleisure is that it’s both practical and completely fashionable. The relaxed and cool style blends sportswear with ready-to-wear to create styles that are chic and comfortable.
More than a simple trend, athleisure reflects a change in lifestyle, it goes hand-in-hand with increased health consciousness, busy schedules, and relaxed standards of dress. As such, this effortlessly stylish apparel movement is here to stay, so it’s time to invest.
What to do and what not to?
- Do mix sports pieces into your regular fashion wardrobe for a balanced look.
- Do get creative, especially when it comes to mixing pieces and layering.
- Do follow seasonal activewear trends.
- Do mix fashion fabrics, like denim and leather, with high-performance, sports fabrics.
- Do make sure all your athleisure pieces are clean and in good condition.
- Don’t throw on any old thing you’d wear to the gym.
- Don’t overlook the addition of accessories and jewelry.
- Don’t forget about your signature style and look, just reinterpret it.
- Don’t go overboard with bright colors and prints.
How to wear?
- Layer sports pieces under regular fashion items, such as a sports bra under a leather jacket or leggings under a chic coat.
- Use sneakers and slides as your go-to footwear.
- Make leggings more streetwear appropriate by pairing them with longer tops or tying a shirt around your waist.
- Wear athleisure to work by replacing your blazer with a bomber jacket or by mixing a sporty T-shirt with tailored pieces.
- Pair a crop top with high-waisted pants for a stylish and easy athleisure look.
