PRET-A-SPORTER: Absolutely Ace Spring's Sporty Athleisure Trend

By Jacquelyn Ward of DIY Design Mom
On Mar 22, 2015

This post appears in the Style Secrets—Sporty campaign.

Ace the Athleisure Trend

Athletic or Not, Here it Comes. I’m talking about Athleisure, the top trend of 2015. The term athleisure is making its way around the globe, from catwalk to sidewalk and it describes a sporty just-hit-the-gym look that can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. This versatile look is about comfort, active living, and the growing need for a wardrobe that will fit a number of activities. Even if you don’t go to spin class, you can still rock this trend. Worried you’ll get benched? Have no fear, these style secrets will get you in the game.

Style secrets

Athleisure is all about wearing athletic clothing in non-athletic places such as at work, at the grocery store, at brunch, you name it. Don’t mistake this trend as solely wearing athletic gear. Athleisure is much more than that. These style secrets will help you achieve the trend like a pro:

Athleisure is all about incorporating athletic elements into your wardrobe and blending these pieces together just right.
Opposites attract in this game, so taking more glamorous items and pairing them with sweats will lead you to style victory
Athleisure does not mean frumpy. Look for tailored items with clean lines that fit you nicely.
Find colors that complement you and select accessories and outfits that you truly love. Enjoy yourself and be confident...This goes for any trend or style.

Raise the Barre: Get the Ballet-Inspired Look

Ballet-Chic is my favorite après-sport look. Light leisurely heather grey joggers with clean lines and pleats add an athleisurely chic feel to a crop top covered with a ballet wrap sweater. Pairing this cozy outfit with black pumps, a black bag, and jewelry updates the ballerina look into an athleisure-chic trendy ensemble. Rock this look during the day for a casual yet trendy look. While this particular outfit is more appropriate as casual attire, the ballet-chic athleisure trend can easily be transformed for more formal occasions.

my obsession with ballet-chic

: I love my ballet-inspired office look.

The pairing of joggers with classic pumps can transform your typical look into effortless cool style. However, if you need to take the ballet-chic style up a notch, ditch the joggers and put on a pencil skirt. I added a collared top under my ballet sweater and placed this pretty statement necklace below the collar.

: GRAY CIRCLE STATEMENT BIB NECKLACE from White House Black Market

Now this ballerina-inspired athleisure look is ready for the office. Isn't this trend so versatile? As a mom, I say Hallelujah to athleisure. I have been looking for fashion that supports my busy lifestyle. Athleisure does the trick, with fashion-forward leisure wear that allows me to transition from one activity to the next without compromising style. What's not to love about this look? It totally ups your game from frumpy sweatpants to cozy couture chic as luxurious layers combine with accessories and fitted looks to ensure an overall put-together aesthetic.