Bright and Trending — Athleisure!

Written by Courtney Skornia, photos by Zoe Brown.

Models: Courtney Skornia, Christina Johnson, and Katie Chandler

Minimalist patterns and bright colors for workout clothes are making people want to show off their rockin' bods.  With the combination of athletic styles and relaxed clothing, the style of "athleisure" has become popular both in the gym and out. The rise in athleisure shows that more people are leaning towards the idea that comfort is key when it comes to working out, running errands, and socializing. 

 Popular brands, such as lululemon, Gymshark, Fabletics, and Athleta have given us a whole new look when it comes to athleticism. Athleisure perfectly caters to people on the go and allows the outfits to be easily transitioned from one occasion to the next. While workout clothes were once reserved for the gym, these elevated athletic brands provide a level of sophistication that can be worn for a variety of events. However, you don’t necessarily have to drop a ton of cash on upscale athletic brands to get this look. Places like Target, Old Navy, and Amazon all have great athleisure at more affordable prices. 

So what kind of athleisure is trending? Models and social influencers have ditched the high heels and turned towards patterned, bright leggings and baggy graphic tees or sports bras.  Matching colorful sets are a necessity when working out and feeling like a boss! A cute sports bra with a strappy back and matching spandex are a great way to spice up a leg day.  You could even add a cropped puffer coat, and voila, you're ready for a post-workout brunch with your friends!