How to Blend Sports and Fashion

If Athleisure wear hasn’t taken up an entire section of your capsule wardrobe yet — we’re a little surprised. The blend of sportswear with fashion has spawned an entirely new take on comfortable clothes to wear just about anywhere.

Famous makers, like the ubiquitous LuluLemon, Nike, Adidas, and Puma, have popularized athletic wear and modernized their apparel lines to give women a wider range of outfit selections for their active lives.

Celebrity endorsed fashion lines have furthered the expansion of athleisure offerings in brick and mortar stores and online.

Quintessential Athleisure Separates

Capsule wardrobes have dominated our seasonal fashion selections recently. We have taken to the capsule wardrobe planning idea of limiting our clothing options to about fifty pieces per season. Including athletic wear in this selection is a comfortable and smart option for everyday women.

The essentials for each individual may vary a bit based on the particular season and the climate where you live, so as we go over the next few suggestions of athleisure pieces to include in your seasonal capsule wardrobe, consider these details.

The Workout Pant

There are a ton of varieties of this essential pant available. The soft, flexible workout pants are great to use at the gym and far beyond.

Plenty of cuts are on the market: straight legs, flares, tights/leggings, and even crops. Color varieties are plentiful as well — going with a neutral may be the best choice.

Once you have picked up a great pair of workout pants or yoga pants, consider how and where you’ll be wearing your pants to plan some coordinating looks.

The Modern Tank Top

Pairing your comfy workout pants with a ladies sports top is a perfect go-to. Choosing a few options may be necessary to fulfill both your exercise needs and your fashion wants.

Having an easy t-back tank top is a workout essential. You can also sport your t-back when you are out and about running errands; however, you may opt for more coverage when your workout is complete.

Choosing moisture wicking fabrics is a recommended option to keep you dry when exercising, doing yard work, or any way you break a sweat.

The Short Sleeve and Long Sleeve Top

Moving into colder weather and outdoor activities calls for adding sleeves to your top choices. Choose tops that meet your needs and are either fitted or loose.

Mixing and matching is a great selling point for athleisure selections. We recommend trying to find similar fabrics that will make coordinating your looks easier.

Shorts and Skirts

Picking up a pair of above the knee shorts (or bicycle shorts) is another versatile athleisure addition to your wardrobe. Coordinate your shorts, tanks, tops, and pants to create interchangeable capsule looks.

Ensemble Energy

When we start pairing our athleisure separates for outside wear, we turn to layering options.

Pairing workout pants with comfy sneakers or sandals, a tank top and overshirt is a great way to go about the day's tasks — whether it involves going shopping, hanging out with friends casually, or even working from home. Create a range of essential looks with the ever popular workout pant.

For the colder months, we like to include mid-calf or taller boots worn over workout pants. Layering this look with t-shirts, sweaters, denim, plaid, and leather are all fun choices.

When it comes to the warmer months, we love to pair athleisure shorts with a matching tank or t-shirt in combination or alone. Depending on your schedule, finding a great look in your closet is super simple when you select great capsule wardrobe separates that include athleisure wear.

There are a wide array of brand choices on the market that appeal to women of all ages when it comes to athleisure. There are easy to buy options at almost every major apparel brick-and-mortar store. From the box stores to luxury options, you can fit athleisure into your closet and every price point.

The best way to determine which pieces work with your lifestyle are to try some lower priced options and see what fits you like. We’re not suggesting that you will convert half of your closet to athleisure wear, but there is a slight possibility of you never wanting to wear jeans ever again.

All Day Activewear

The best part about combining sports and fashion with athleisure wear is the versatility of your outfits. Of course, wearing your comfortable athleisure wear into the office may not fit your dress code guidelines. But, for the bulk of your everyday tasks and work-from-home life, choosing athleisure wear is a great way to stay fit and comfortable.

You’re more likely to hit the gym, grab your yoga mat, or even go for a walk when you are dressed for it. Staying in shape and healthy is usually an easy way to boost your productivity with your other tasks as well as providing exercise.

Spending less time on your daily looks is sometimes a plus. Athleisure gives you the perk of rarely having to iron anything! Pair a great baseball cap with your gear and save time on your hairstyle as well. You may find yourself leading the pack and going wholesale to bring the whole team onboard with your new look — whether that’s sport, work, or play.

Stay Fit and Stylish

Modern times call for modern fashion, and the athleisure market ranks high on our favorites list. When it comes down to putting your best foot forward, make sure you’ve done your daily stretches and lifting! Finding time in our daily routine to exercise can be challenging, but when you bring athleisure pieces into your closet, you make getting a quick workout ever so much simpler.

Start an athletic inspired segment of your capsule wardrobe by selecting a few essential pieces and then deciding what works best with your lifestyle. Even if you are a traditional non-athletic type, it's ok—you won’t be a poser wearing your athleisure gear. Comfort is for everyone, and why not get started with a few great pieces of super functional, stretchy athleisure pieces today?