Activewear used to be about breathable fabrics that allowed for movement and minimized copious amounts of sweat. Now with velvet, crochet stitching and even denim, there’s clearly more dimension to this segment of the apparel industry. With the development of athleisure, a new fashion category was born — and with it, a new iteration of trends and styles.
Today, a growing number of brands are melding function and fashion by skipping breathable mesh and instead putting actual holes in their garments. Some of these holes are so big that slits is a more fitting term. Whatever you call it, fashion experts say we can expect more trends to translate to activewear than ever before.
“Athleisure tends to follow trends seen in ready-to-wear and swimwear,” says Yoga Outlet head buyer Liz Nykamp. “As the industry has expanded, brands are aiming to stay on-trend with colors, prints, new fabrications and silhouettes. They’re also expanding with more items like joggers, cover-ups and graphic tees while still maintaining their functionality through technical fabrics and fit.”
Here’s a look at some fun — and airy — pieces to spice up your gym (and beyond) wardrobe.
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Holes Are The Next Big Thing in Activewear
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Body Language Sportswear
Rita Pullover, $92 at Body Language Sportswear
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Alala
Carve Tank, $65 at Alala
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The Laundry Room
Open Sweats, $70.99 at The Laundry Room
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Koral
Rotation Versatility Bra, $95 at Koral
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Teeki
Laser Cut Shredded Jimi Mermaid Yoga Crop Top, $42 at Yoga Outlet
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FP Movement
Ecology Legging, $118 at Free People
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Gigi C Bikinis
Cassidy Catsuit, $265 at Gigi C Bikinis
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Alo Yoga
Ripped Sweatpant, $104 at Alo Yoga
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Onzie
Harley Yoga Leggings, $38.99 at Yoga Outlet
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Hard Tail
Flat Waist Laser Ankle Yoga Leggings, $45.99 at Yoga Outlet
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Beach Riot
Celestial Gold Foil Bowie Top, $73 at Beach Riot
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LNA
Brushed Sky Sweater, $136 at LNA
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NSF
Sayde Sweatpants, $225 at NSF
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The Laundry Room
Thrasher Jumper Dress, $98 at The Laundry Room
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Beloforte
Lennox Legging, $88 at Beloforte
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Monrow
Supersoft Side Slit Sweats, $135 at Monrow
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Phat Buddha
St. Nicholas Ave Legging, $99 at Phat Buddha
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Ultracor
Gradient Velvet Slash Legging, $198 at Ultracor
