10 ways to flex in new-season activewear

When it comes to athleisure, serving up style points is an easy win.

Fri, 19 Mar, 2021 - 06:00

Annmarie O’Connor

Inspiration:

From hanging out to working out, the look is more inclusive than competitive. Think fatigue-fighting leggings and jiggle-free sports bras combined with super-soft sweatshirts and fuzzy fleece jackets for an instant fashion flex. Need some inspo? We’ve got 10 inspiring looks that’ll go the social distance.

Violeta by Mango crop top, €49.99; and leggings, €49.99, Mango

Aarmy ‘Alpha’ camouflage-print mesh tank, Net-a-Porter, €80

French terry organic cotton sweatshirt, Arket, €49

Girlfriend Collective ‘Paloma’ bra, €38; compressive stretch leggings, €68, Net-a-Porter

adidas by Stella McCartney cotton-blend jersey track pants, Net-a-Porter, €100

Tory Sport shell-trimmed faux shearling jacket, Net-a-Porter, €305

Reebok Classic ‘Ripple’ trainers, Zalando, €100

HUGO sunglasses, Zalando, €185

Oversized puffy tote bag, Arket, €99

Elomi ‘Energise’ twist sports bra, Anthony Ryans, was €58; now €52.20

Style Notes:

GIRLFRIEND COLLECTIVE: This eco-friendly brand uses 25 recycled water bottles in every pair of its comfortable and supportive leggings available in sizes XXS to 6XL.
ELOMI: For bigger busts up to a K cup, expect non-compression sports bras that convert to racerback style thanks to a moveable J-hook.
ADIDAS BY STELLA MCCARTNEY: Known for its pretty performance-based separates, expect loungewear additions like fleece-backed jersey joggers for equal parts street-smart and snug.
ARKET: Nordic know-how meets organic cotton sweatshirts and bottoms crafted from pesticide-free organic cotton. The result? Feeling is believing fabrication.

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