Yoga as therapy is the application of
yoga as a moderate type of exercise and relaxation with the explicit goal of
enhancing health. Yoga as exercise consists mostly of postures called asanas.
This type of yoga is frequently practiced in classrooms and might include
postural yoga, visualization, breathing exercises (pranayama), and meditation.
The greatest activewear trends for 2022 are guaranteed to catch
your attention if your workout clothes are taking up more space in your
wardrobe than before. Whether you exercise five days a week or just appreciate
the appearance and feel of stretchy clothing, leggings, sports bras, and biker
shorts never seem to get old
for gym apparel enthusiasts.
The creator of the boutique Bandier,
Jennifer Bandier, explains to TZR how sportswear has transformed from a
component of one's wardrobe to a foundational category. That won't change, she
asserts. Activewear trends, on the other hand, are evolving beyond workouts and
into what Bandier refers to as "athluxe" in the last two years as
people have more motivation and desire to dress up again. ’ "Think
activewear meets luxury," she advises, citing combinations of workout
outfits with upscale shoes, cashmere, and blazers as examples.
While individuals resume their
pre-pandemic exercise routines, Shopbop's fashion director Caroline Maguire
tells TZR that while this demand to be completely dressed with everyday attire
extends to sportswear, it is generating a desire to purchase more trend-driven
gear. According to her, "people are having fun with [activewear] and
mixing vibrant fashion pieces into their training ensembles." Think
leggings and a tank top over warm winter boots and a shearling coat to and from
a gym session. Or, after a yoga flow, a button-down shirt is worn with a sports
bra, biker shorts, and sandals. Maguire continues, "These [combinations]
make you feel good and look beautiful." The fitness catsuit, which Bandier
predicts will become more popular in the future, is also confidence-boosting.
However, despite the fact that
activewear seeps into clothes not intended for exercise, brands continue to prioritize
performance-driven designs. New materials, hues, and contemporary silhouettes
are, in fact, more prominently highlighted as aesthetic features. However, this
year is full of essential components like four-way stretch and moisture-wicking
fabrics, supportive sports bras that are cutting edge, seamless silhouettes,
and compression fabrics.
Continue reading to
learn the five most popular sportswear trends right now and shop the selection
to update your style for the gym and other casual settings.
Matching set in bold colours
Matching training sets are a mainstay
for both exercise and relaxation time. While muted earth tones are still widely
used, some of the most interesting variations of this style come in colorful
prints with logo patterns and warm red and orange tones. Bandier tells TZR that
"All Access introduced a new color called "fiery red," which our
customers loved. She also highlights the distinctively strong hues and patterns
by Lapp the Brand, a new label carried by the shop.
The matching set trend is popular
right now, and Maguire names Splits59's colourful selection as one of her
favorites. "I love the fun of mixing and matching, but the idea of
throwing on a same-print top and bottom is easy while giving your look a more
put-together feel," she says of the trend. In addition, she says,
"Good American Essentials will spice up your workout wardrobe with bold
sets and the ideal cropped tanks, delivering a wonderful selection of wide
sizing possibilities as well."
An Extended Bra
Sports bras are essential for your
training gear and add a trendy touch when paired with corresponding leggings
and shorts. However, extended proportions are now preferred for a more modern
appearance. This [silhouette] offers movement coverage while allowing
[customers] to flaunt their hard work, according to Bandier.
The form that falls between a bra and
a tank, according to Maguire, is "the perfect fit for when you want to
show a little skin" without feeling too exposed. Wear yours outside of the
gym with a variety of bottoms, such as loose-fitting shorts, low-rise cargo
pants, and jeans.
Fabrics with ribs
Both Bandier and Maguire point out
ribbed materials as the current trend in fashion. It is unquestionably a
hallmark of the popular label Year Of Ours, which Maguire considers one of his
personal favorites. She tells TZR that "[they] are ideal to wear when
you're on the go and don't have time to change from the gym." I layer the
same colors together to embrace the monochrome trend or add an oversized blazer
and chunky jewelry to make my outfit feel more put together before working out.
I wear these all the time.
Yuletide Silhouettes
Activewear is now incorporating the
widely popular cut-out trend that was sparked by Y2K. Maguire observes that
"we're seeing this look everywhere." Aloo’s streamlined and satiny
fabrics, according to the fashion director, are a superb way to dress this
style. According to Maguire, "their glossy leggings and monochrome zip-ups
truly improve gym gear." The company incorporates other current fashion
trends, like asymmetrical necklines and split-hem leggings, into its cut-out
designs. If you don't like leggings, yoga pants are another '00s activewear
trend that is still popular this year. Additionally, rushed and cinched
detailing, especially on tops.
The Catsuit
Bandier claims that the one-and-done
catsuit is evolving from a microtrend preferred by early adopters to one of the
most common looks for 2022. The proprietor of the boutique praises Le Ore as a
company that consistently reinvents the style because "it allows for ease
of movement and it's incredibly stylish." If you don't feel comfortable in
a full-length look, try a cropped or romper silhouette. If a one-piece feels
too exposed, try layering a pair of shorts on top for more coverage and
interest. So vintage.
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