Comfy, chic, and above all, practical — the athleisure look is is top of mind in the fashion industry this season. The aesthetic, which describes the marriage between activewear and leisurewear, first rose to prominence during the pandemic when everyone was forced to stay at home. With many of us now adopting WFH or hybrid work schedules, comfort remains high on our list of sartorial priorities.
With high luxury brands like The Row peppering athleisure pieces throughout their latest ready-to-wear collection, there’s never been a better time to learn how to style your beloved sweatpants.
Taking cues from the high energy ‘Match Fit’ shoot in our Autumn 2024 issue, we’ve rounded up the best athleisure pieces you can shop now to add a sporty chic touch to your wardrobe.
Shop our activewear edit:
Hit it out of the park in sporting styles that balance function and form.
Get the look: Paloma Wool ‘Palomar’ cap, $150. Wixii ‘Onure’ top, $235. Adidas ‘Aeroimpact’ bra, $80. Rachel Mills broefs, $84. Mi Piaci ‘Bambi’ ballet flats, $240. Stylist’s own tights.
Style tip:
To elevate an athleisure look from casual to luxe, try throwing on a lightweight cotton trench or tailored blazer.
Get the look: Harris Tapper ‘Miller’ trench, $599. R.M.Williams ‘Regular’ shirt, $169. Adidas ‘Firebird’ track pants, $140. Maggie Marilyn ‘Marilyn’ socks, $35. Teva ‘Hurricane XLT2’ sandals, $170. Dahven ‘Sapphire’ sunglasses, $575. Meadowlark ‘Bon Bon’ bracelet (left), $549. Cos ‘Ariel’ earrings, $72, and ‘Ariel’ bangle (right), $99.
Style tip:
Add interest to your ensemble by playing with colour. Pick 2-3 complementary hues (like red and pink) and build your outfit around these. No need to stick to monochrome.
Get the look: Loewe tank, $1150, parka, $3990, and trousers, $2590, from Faradays. Asics ‘Gel-Lyte III OG’ sneakers, $260. Julietta ‘Sepses’ earrings, $439, and ‘Mykonos’ necklace, $389, from Faradays.
Words: Amberley Colby
Styling: Tori Ambler
Photography: Chris Sisarich
Model: Annie Rose at Red Eleven
Hair and make-up: Sophy Phillips
Digital assistant: Cameron Lloyd
