How To: Athleisure

The Athleisure style has been a trend for a long time! You've certainly heard about it, and you might even have an idea of what it is, but you're not sure if or how you can adopt it! To clear up any doubts, read below everything you need to know! What is Athleisure The term comes from Athletic+Leisure, and it has now been officially added to the international vocabulary of fashion and style. In the online dictionary Merriam-Webster, the term is defined as:

casual clothing — such as yoga pants, sweatpants, and hoodies — that is designed to be worn both for exercising and for general use

In short, you can wear athletic shoes and trousers with chic tops, or athletic tops with smart trousers, a jacket, and sandals for outfits from morning to night! It started with millennials as a trend mainly due to changes in our daily lives. Now, the long and unified working hours of today's urban society, from work-to-gym-to-outing, have led to a new need in clothing. Key word: flexibility. The trend focuses on comfort and style that, with very few changes, can be worn at all hours, without needing to carry an entire wardrobe with you constantly! It's a trend, it will pass Hmmmm… not really! The trend has been prevalent for at least 2 years and is constantly being re-adapted. It started as activewear with a bit of urban style and continues with pieces we see even on the runways of major fashion houses. There is therefore a continuous evolution, both in materials and designs. Many pieces now, from jeans or classic trousers, have acquired a sporty touch, which makes them ideal for athleisure looks. The exact same applies to tops with athletic stripes or patterns, in technical fabrics, and also to outerwear. This is how bomber jackets came back into fashion, enhancing the sporty look for any time! According to research by Morgan Stanley, activewear sales are expected to continue to rise at least until 2020. It's worth noting that something similar happened before with jeans! How do I adopt it? By adopting the Athleisure style, you will always look and feel comfortable. However, the fine line between looking elegant and stylish and looking completely sloppy is very thin. That's what we're here for! So, we suggest a few small tips that will help you make the best combinations!

1. Choose neutral colors, monochromatic palettes, and if you are a fan of patterns, opt for more discreet ones.
2. Use a mix of materials and textures. Prefer a mix-and-match of stretchy, technical fabrics and combine them with airy fabrics, even faux leather or tulle. For example, instead of wearing athletic tracksuits, you can easily combine the trousers with a leather jacket.
3. Take care of your clothes and keep them in good condition. Certainly, a frayed pair of leggings or a hoodie that looks worn out will not have the same refined effect but is more suited to the grunge style.
4. Keep your basic style. It is very important, when adopting a new dressing style, to adapt it to our own circumstances. That is, if you generally wear loose clothing, it is good to maintain the same principle when choosing clothes for Athleisure.

3+ Athleisure Suggestions And now it's time to see what athleisure really is and get ideas on what and how to wear it! The first suggestion is based on trousers with a side stripe, which can be combined with either the white or pink top and any of the two outerwear pieces, always depending on personal style and taste!

1. Draped Top 2. Trench Coat 3. Trousers with stripe 4. Viscose Jacket 5. Blouse with lace

The second suggestion is based on a classic activewear piece, leggings with sheer panels. They combine perfectly with either the polka dot shirt or the striped blouse, which will give a different aesthetic to the look. For outerwear, the lace bomber is suggested for more distinctive appearances, while the long bomber is the epitome of chic Athleisure!

1. Lace Bomber 2. Striped Blouse 3. Leggings with sheer details 4. Polka Dot Shirt 5. Long Bomber

The third suggestion is based on another pair of body-sculpting leggings that possess refined elegance. Here, we play with a mix-and-match of textures, as combining them with the chic draped blouse and denim vest creates a look that is both cool & classy. In this case too, we have chosen tops and outerwear that can be combined with each other!

1. Denim Vest 2. Draped Blouse 3. Leggings with decorative pockets 4. Asymmetric Blouse 5. Longline open-front cardigan

Choose the look that best suits you and give your style a fresh vibe! Get inspired by the activewear collection, here and create the best mix!