If you’re anything like most of us, your personal style probably goes out of the window at the gym. Forget high fashion and catwalks, your gym look is likely more about comfortable joggers and a jumper you can slip on even when you’re hot and sticky. It’s not the most glamorous fashion statement in the world, but what if it could be?

Okay, your gym fits are never going to scream high fashion, but as celebrities like Haily Bieber are showing us right now, athleisure doesn’t have to be terrible. It can actually look quite good if you style your choices in these key ways!

 

# 1 - Match Your Workout

If gym styling isn’t in your comfort zone, then you may simply not know where to start styling these looks. But, guess what? Getting gymwear right can be as simple as matching your workout.

But what do we mean by that? Well, let’s say you’re heading for a high-energy HIIT session. Bright, bold prints and cropped, breathable options will feel and look great. They’ll also ensure that your styling is in keeping with the occasion.

But, if you’re heading to a yoga class, a bold option like this will almost always be a fashion faux pas. In that instance, you’ll want to stick instead to gentle block colors like pastelles and neutrals, which evoke the calming, comfortable vibes that the yoga crowd is looking for.

 

# 2 - Make it Breathable (But Interesting)

Practicality should always remain at the forefront of your gym styles, and you’ll especially want to make sure that your outfits are breathable. Unfortunately, you won’t always get this benefit with joggers and a hoodie, much as these feel like gym staples.

Right now, athleisure that utilizes fully breathable benefits, such as cropped designs and stretchy elastic fabric, is gaining significant popularity. And, it could be a great addition to your gym outfits.

However, there’s no reason why you need to stick with plain black outfits when choosing gym options of this nature. Athleisure is also expanding to include the bright colors we’ve seen from celebs like Olivia Wilde, meaning you can ensure both a fun and functional look for every workout.

 

 

3 - Look into Layering

Gym wear next year will also rely on layering your looks for a multi-purpose approach. Forget having to change your outfit once you arrive at the gym – simple layered additions like a soft, oversized sweater over a vest top mean you can rock this outfit all day if you want to.

 

Lightweight jackets and pullovers can also work well with gymwear, especially when paired with high-quality leggings that look fully suited to everyday wear. Bear in mind that, for the sake of longevity, you might also want to layer up some great gym wear accessories, which include a sporty-style watch, a stylish gym bag, or even statement socks that bring a pop of color.

 

Gym styling might seem like a difficult task, but these three simple steps should be all it takes to get this key focus right next year.