Who could’ve predicted that sportswear would be the trend that just kept on giving?
When I was a child, sportswear equated to oversized navy pants underneath a netball skirt (even when playing hockey) along with a scruffy white polo shirt.
As I moved stylishly into adulthood, I could be seen working out in the shorts my dad wore to paint the house and a T-shirt from Thailand’s Khao San Road that featured Batman in a wheelchair. I wasn’t alone. For my friend it was the Liverpool football kit. All of it. Oh, and that friend is female.
Needless to say, sportswear has changed a lot. In fact it’s become so cool that it has even earned a new name: activewear (think sleek and body flattering, contouring pants, push-up support and waist cinching tops). It’s no surprise that an army of women (often myself included) are not only hitting the gym in style, but taking activewear straight to luncheon with the gals.
Here are some of our top picks…
Puma
With the likes of Rihanna, and more recently Cara Delevingne, as brand ambassador, Puma’s range is the perfect combo of streetwear-meets-activewear.
For luncheon with the girls:
Monochrome chic that’s also comfy. Perfect for causal Thursdays in the office or luncheon with the girls
Nike
If Nike’s legion of local ambassadors has taught us anything it’s that a) the Nike Training app is definitely something that will whip you into great shape and b) the Nike threads are seriously cool as proven by celeb ambassadors Serena Williams and buff comedian Kevin Hart.
For luncheon with the girls:
Culottes with a tank top and completed with statement sneaks
Reebok
The UK brand has stepped up its game of late, featuring high profile sporting stars as their ambassadors – international yoga star Tara Stiles for one – and creating runway-worthy sportswear in the process.
For luncheon with the girls:
Opt for a layered look with a short T-dress over tailored leggings. Complete with the always on-trend Reebok classics
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Adidas
With A-list collaborations including colelctions with Stella McCartney and Kanye West, Adidas know how to get high-fashion credentials.
For luncheon with the girls:
Team this cute white dress with a gingham jacket and the latest Yeezy boosts
Gap Fit
We couldn’t have been more excited when we heard one of our fave go-to high street brands for fashionable yet comfy attire was branching into activewear. The collection is as vibrant and exciting as you would imagine.
For luncheon with the girls:
Those leggings with that awesome black jumper and some heels or the leggings and a crisp oversized shirt – you can see it works.
yApparel
What began as a company selling yoga clothing and gym accessories has grown into a an all-compasing acitvewear website, and store, selling on-trend leggings, tees, workout gear, the lot.
For luncheon with the girls:
It’s all about the statement leggings and tees
Lululemon
A favourite among Victoria’s Secret models and seemingly every active celebrity. Lululemon is so popular it has a cult following.
For luncheon with the girls:
Swap the trainers for some black heels and we think you’ve got a urban-meets-office outfit
