Summer’s here — another chance to revamp your workout, and with it, your wardrobe. From socks and sports bras to kicks and crop tops, Her Campus has scoped the sites, filtered through the fashions, and found this season’s latest trends in workout gear.
$20 and under
Bright Bras
These sports bras are pretty and practical without the high price. Each is neon with a contrasting trim — a color combination you’ll want to show off at the gym.
Contrast Trim Racerback Sports Bra, Forever 21 Sport ($9.80)
Cargo Cool
Turns out cargo shorts aren’t only for Avril Lavigne and the 90s. H&M has wmade them a comfortable, less restrictive option for working out, too.
Sportswear Shorts, H&M ($12.95)
Strapped-In, No-Slip Sock
Ever scared a slippery floor will turn downward-facing dog into downward-facing you? These socks have grip bottoms and a strap on top to fix the slip and slide of normal socks during yoga, dance, or whatever your preferred workout.
Ballet Grip Sock, Lucy ($14)
Under Armour Undies
Nothing ruins a trip to the gym more than uncomfortable, unfitting panties, but this stretchy, sweat-resistant pair is specifically designed for active females. Plus, it’s seamless and available in nine colors — an aesthetically appealing bonus.
Women’s UA Seamless Shorty, Under Armour ($20)
$40 and under
Lifefactory Life Saver
Ditch the disposable bottles and go for a greener option: this bottle is made of glass and is free of the dangerous chemicals often found in plastic. Its silicone sleeve comes in several colors, which allows you the perk of personalizing your exercise accessory to your own tastes.
Glass Bottle with Flip Top Cap and Silicone Sleeve, Lifefactory ($22.99)
Best Damn Bands in the Land
Silicone’s the star here again, lining the inside of each of these headbands to keep back bangs and flyaways during your workout. Each pack comes with two headbands of different colors and designs that match up with the North Face’s yoga collection, if you’re into that, too.
Tadasana Headband, The North Face ($25)
Dream Duffel
Showing up to the gym with a dingy duffel bag is outdated and sloppy. Invest instead in a better bag, like this Puma duffel. It looks more like a trendy tote than a gym bag, but don’t be fooled; its spacious storage and adjustable straps are perfect for carrying your workout clothes.
Formation Duffel Bag, Puma ($40)
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Clima Cool Down
Chill out, Adidas has got you (re)covered. They’ve thought up something quite genius — recovery slippers. Slide these on post-workout, and their “CLIMAChill” technology will cool your feet down but still keep you mobile, so that you can recover quickly and move on with your day.
Climachill Recovery Slides, Adidas ($40)
$60 and under
Polo Perfect
Got a tennis date? Forget the separates. A crisp, clean white, this preppy polo dress will make you feel like a modern day Daisy Buchanan.
Nike ‘AD’ Polo Dress, Nordstrom ($40)
Right on Track
For your early morning run, check out this attractive track jacket from Puma, cut specifically for a feminine figure and built with easy accessibility features like a full-frontal zip and two side pockets.
First Place Track Jacket, Puma ($45)
Turbo Training
Lululemon designed these shorts to “stay put” while you run without the usual bulk, keeping the structure simple but keeping up with your workout. This pair is funky and floral, but the shorts come in six color schemes to choose from.
Turbo Run Short, Lululemon Althletica ($54)
Cut It Out
Summer cutouts aren’t just for swimsuits. Throw this on top of a sports bra or tank for an easy, light addition to your exercise outfit that covers you up without overwhelming your figure.
Hard Tail ‘Diamond Back’ Tee, Nordstrom ($58)
Lucy’s Layers
You might have packed away your puffy jackets, but hoodies like this one come in handy even on the most sweltering of summer days. Throw this on after swimming, before working out, or just to lounge around.
Layer Up Hoodie, Lucy ($59)
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$80 and under
Two-Toned & Tipsy
Beyond Yoga boasts its high-quality, long-lasting “Supplex” material in an edgier take on the standard sports bra. The diagonal strap adds an extra element of color, support, and style.
Asymmetrical Two Tone Bra, Beyond Yoga ($64)
Neat Knit
A stylish remake of the loose workout tee, you can wear this crop top on the street and on the elliptical. While it looks like a fashionable top for slouching around, its interwoven polyester and spandex work well when you’re active, too.
Pink Lotus Crop Dolman Sleeve Top, Nordstrom ($68)
Temporal & Floral
Not all sports watches are rough and clunky. This Ironman Triathlon 50-Lap watch features a high level of functionality with an equally appealing floral design.
Ironman Sleek 50-Lap, Timex ($70)
Color Pop Capri
Add a boost of brightness to your workout wardrobe with these brilliantly colored bottoms. Among their features are a wide waistband and smooth seams, as well as a subtler version in black.
Gathered Capri Leggings, Beyond Yoga ($73)
Sweet Sneaks
This New Balance new release couples the convenience of a light-weight shoe with a cute color scheme of pink and black — an excellent option for cross-training footwear.
813 Cross-Trainer, New Balance ($79.99)
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$100 and under
Crisscross Crop & Top
Victoria’s Secret Sport offers these two pieces separately, but you can pair them up to make a dreamily diagonal design. Both pieces feature VS’s BODY-WICK® technology that keeps sweat away, as well as nylon, spandex, and elastane materials for an easy fit.
Crossover Crop and Triangle Bra, Victoria’s Secret ($82)
Pun Dress
Cleverly named “Run: In the Sun Dress,” this piece by Lululemon is proof that dresses aren’t just for the dance floor and the tennis court. Sport this racerback dress in pink, blue, or black.
Run: In the Sun Dress, Lululemon Athletica ($98)
Sport Skort from Spanx
A spandex skort might look a little funky at first glance, but that’s because it’s the first of its kind. Spanx applied the same tummy-tightening technology in its tights, shorts, and pants to a more flirtatious form.
Power Skort, Spanx ($98)
Nicked Up Kicks
These shoes look like they belong at a rave or on a run. Serious runners appreciate their lightweight structure and breathability, but everyone loves their zany, zigzag soles.
ZigNano Fly II, Reebok ($99.99)