Elevated Athleisure: Vogue’s Guide to Chic Activewear Styling

Activewear has transcended its utilitarian origins, proving its undeniable presence on city streets, from casual errands to curated shopping excursions. The art of seamlessly integrating athletic pieces into everyday ensembles, however, requires a discerning eye. The key lies in thoughtful juxtaposition, a sophisticated blend of comfort and elevated style.

The Modern Activewear Edit

The Bike ShortSkims x Nike biker shorts$70

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The Trendy TrainersAdidas x Song for the Mute Tokyo sneakers$150

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The Little White Tennis DressOn performance tennis dress$145

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The Must-Shop HoodieZara x Benito Antonio zipper hoodie$100

ZARA

The Lightweight ShortStaud Anchor shorts$175

STAUD

The Yoga-Ready TopLululemon Align Nulu tank$65

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The Comfy Track PantSplits59 Maxie Rigor trackpants$178

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The ubiquity of activewear, from covetable collaborations by Loewe x On Running to the enduring appeal of Lululemon and Nike staples, underscores its integral role in contemporary fashion. These pieces, once reserved for athletic pursuits, now merit a place in our everyday wardrobe. The question is not whether to wear them, but how to style them with intentionality.

Incorporating activewear beyond the confines of the gym adds an element of relaxed sophistication and an effortless cool to any outfit. This guide explores chic ways to integrate these versatile pieces into your personal style narrative.

The Elevated Bike Short

Elevate your bike shorts beyond the studio by pairing them with a monochromatic tee, chic ballet flats, and a structured raffia tote for a polished, off-duty look.

Gap

GapFit Breathe relaxed T-shirt

$40

GAP

Skims

x Nike biker shorts

$70

NET-A-PORTER

Reformation

Britt ballet flats

$278

NORDSTROM

Toteme

belted small raffia bag

$990

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Lululemon

Align Nulu high-rise shorts

$64

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Beyond Yoga

Spacedye biker shorts

$68

BEYOND YOGA

The Sporty Jacket

Transition your favorite bomber or track jacket into warmer weather by pairing it with a simple tank, a flowing midi skirt, and understated sandals.

Róhe

volume anorak

$1,010

RÓHE

Banana Republic

Airy scoop-neck tank

$45

BANANA REPUBLIC

Mango

striped A-line skirt

$80

MANGO

The Row

Band flat sandals

$1,050

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Shop more sporty jackets:

Sacai

padded bomber jacket

$1,365

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Gucci

zip jacket

$3,700

GUCCI

The Refined Jogger

Transform joggers from casual to chic by pairing them with a crisp button-up shirt, elegant sandals, and sophisticated sunglasses.

J.Crew

Étienne oversized shirt

$128

J.CREW

Prada

lightweight Re-Nylon pants

$1,350

PRADA

Emme Parsons

Meta thong sandals

$550

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Jacquemus

Bambino sunglasses

$250

SHOPBOP

Shop more joggers:

Rùadh

Forbes tapered pants

$450

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Splits59

Megan joggers

$128

SPLITS59

The Modern Sneaker

Reimagine sneakers as a statement piece by styling them with tailored Bermuda shorts and a simple, refined tank.

Banana Republic

ribbed scoop-neck tank

$45

BANANA REPUBLIC

Leset

Kim pleated shorts

$320

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$320

LESET

Adidas

x Song for the Mute Tokyo sneakers

$150

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Celine

3 Dots pilot sunglasses

$470

NORDSTROM

Shop more sneakers:

Nike

Sprint Sister sneakers

$95

NIKE

Puma

Speedcat sneakers

$100

FREE PEOPLE

The Statement Hoodie

Embrace a playful aesthetic with a vibrant hoodie, grounding the look with classic brown jeans and minimalist flip-flops.

Zara

x Benito Antonio zipper hoodie

$100

ZARA

Mango

oversized T-shirt

$40

MANGO

Levi's

Low Loose lightweight jeans

$77 (30% off)

LEVI’S

Auralee

leather flip flops

$565

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Shop more hoodies:

Loewe

Flamenco hoodie

$1,500

LOEWE

Everybody.World

Trash hoodie

$108

EVERYBODY.WORLD

The Sport Short

Embrace a playful, youthful vibe by combining athletic shorts with a classic polo shirt and refined deck shoes.

Flore Flore

Diana polo shirt

$200

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Staud

Anchor shorts

$175

STAUD

Miu Miu

faded suede deck mules

$1,020

MIU MIU

Jimmy Fairly

The Halo sunglasses

$148

JIMMY FAIRLY

Shop more sport shorts:

Bode

two-tone satin shorts

$450

MR PORTER

Celine

mini shorts

$1,100

CELINE

The Tennis Dress

Embrace the tenniscore trend with a chic white dress, layered under a blouson jacket and completed with modern sneakers for a fashionable statement.

Cos

rounded blouson jacket

$199

COS

On

performance tennis dress

$145

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$150

ON

Cos

fine wool socks

$25

COS

Dries Van Noten

leather-trimmed shell sneakers

$585

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Shop more tennis dresses:

Tory Burch

T monogram mesh tank dress

$325

TORY BURCH

Varley

Nico pleated dress

$170

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The Cropped Top

A cropped sportswear top offers a modern silhouette, adding subtle dimension and definition to your overall look.

Lululemon

Align Nulu tank

$65

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Cos

straight-leg drawstring pants

$99

COS

The Row

Dune flip flops

$750

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Sophie Buhai

Bessette headband

$250

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Shop more crop tops:

Vuori

AllTheFeels corset tank

$64

VUORI

Dairy Boy

Mia lace tank

$38

DAIRY BOY

The Relaxed Track Pant

Embrace an effortless, nonchalant vibe by pairing track pants with an oversized knit sweater and pristine white sneakers.

Róhe

polo sweater

$590

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Donni.

The Nylon zip pants

$348

DONNI.

Lemaire

soft runner sneakers

$670

SHOPBOP

Valesque

Parcel canvas tote

$350

NET-A-PORTER

Shop more track pants:

Miu Miu

technical jersey pants

$1,590

MIU MIU

Splits59

Maxie Rigor trackpants

$178

SPLITS59

Business Style Takeaway: Activewear’s integration into daily wardrobes reflects a broader trend towards comfort-driven, yet stylish, professional attire. This adaptability showcases how luxury brands are incorporating athleisure elements, blurring the lines between casual and formal wear for a more versatile and modern aesthetic.

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