Six Ways to Style Athletic Clothes October 17, 2017Expert BlogsOff

Recently, it’s become more socially acceptable to wear athletic clothes outside of the gym. This is great news for legging lovers everywhere, and more and more styles are appealing to this athletic movement.

Styling athletic clothes is more than just black leggings and some sneakers nowadays. With so many different pieces and choices, it can be hard to find the right athletic clothes you can rock both in a spin class and at the mall. Here are six easy ways to style athletic clothes.

1.  Dress for the Season
Sometimes it’s easy to forget there are different athletic clothes for different seasons. Before the athletic style trend took off, everything used to be black. There weren’t nearly as many patterns and selections to choose from, so it was hard to find something that felt appropriate for every season. Today, there are colorful jackets for the winter and bright sneakers for the summer. An easy way to take your athletic clothes from the gym to the streets is by dressing with the season in mind.

2. Mix Athletic Clothes with Street Clothes
WIth the rise in athletic styles, there are more versatile pieces than ever before. A t-shirt that works great at the gym might also look perfect with your favorite pair of jeans. You could also throw on a leather jacket on top of your outfit with leggings and boots to create an edgy yet comfortable night out look.

3. Accessorize
You might not think accessories and athletic clothes can go together. You might be surprised to find some of the top celebrities and fashion icons are pairing simple accessories with their workout gear to take the outfit to the next level. Sunglasses, simple bangles, and vintage jackets are easy accessories which can change an entire look.

4. Choose Simple Prints
A lot of the most popular brands are offering outlandish styles and prints. These can be fun and exciting, but they also might be difficult to pair with other items in your wardrobe. If you’re struggling to get started with the athletic trend, choose simple prints and neutral colors. These are the easiest to pair with other pieces and they will help you gain more confidence!

5. Remember Speciality Clothes
Athletic clothes aren’t limited to leggings, sports bras, and sneakers. Different sports have different unique specialty items that might make a great addition to any wardrobe. Think varsity jackets and headbands. Move U cheerleading jackets are a really unique way to bring your own style and personality to your outfit. Fashion is supposed to be fun so allow yourself to explore new things and try different looks.

6. Dress for the Occasion
The most important thing to keep in mind when styling athletic clothes is the occasion. A sports bra and leggings might work at the store, but they might not be appropriate for an upscale dinner. With the rise of athletic styles, there are more and more ways to integrate comfortable clothes into your daily lifestyle. Just don’t let yourself to get too carried away!

Styling Athletic Clothes
Wearing gym clothes outside of the gym can be empowering. Let’s face it, athletic clothes are just more comfortable than regular ones. Hopefully, this trend lasts a long time! There are so many ways to have fun with these new trends, and most pieces can be found in a variety of colors and prints. Athletic clothes are a safe way to explore new clothes and integrate unexpected pieces into your wardrobe! The next time you wear your gym clothes, consider skipping the gym and just rocking the clothes!

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