Athleisurewear has taken over the fashion industry. What once was only acceptable attire in the gym is now everywhere, from brunch and coffee dates to walks on the beach and running errands. More specifically, the tennis or exercise dress is having a moment. Below is a list of wearable sporty dresses on and off the court. —Brieanna McCutcheon
With over 10 billion views on TikTok and 50 million views on its YouTube channel, Halara is doing something right. The female-founded company has designed the quintessential brand that offers functional clothing that gives the wearer comfort and confidence. Halara’s Backless Cut Out Twisted Side Pocket Dress is a fun and practical pick. With over 18 different colours, the dress has removable pads for customized support, built-in shorts and stretch fabric that moves with you.
Established in Los Angeles in 2007, Alo has worked hard at making excellent yoga clothing that is “mindfully modern,”‘” crafting garments where luxury meets performance. Most items have simple lines with little to no patterns, making the dresses easy to add to most closets. The Charmed Tennis Dress is one of the company’s best sellers. The Charmed Dress is comfortable with its lightweight airbrush fabric. It also holds a particular preppy look with the collared kneck line and sporty racerback cut.
The Canadian brand Aritzia has become a staple in fashion-forward, athletic circles. One of its many house-made brands, TnA, has some versatile go-to dresses. Take The French Open dress, made with TnaLIFE material, a multipurpose fabric that is snug on the body while harnessing sweat-wicking properties. A notable mention is how the dress gives the appearance of a two-in-one. It looks like a dress from the front, but from the back, it seems it is only a top and a skirt.
Acquired by Gap in 2008, Athleta was born out of the necessity of meeting the unique needs of athletic women. The Advantage Dress comes in three different colours. The material is 75 per cent recycled fabric and 25% lycra, providing supportive compression while creating a sleek look. The invisible zipper and pleat detailing on the back of the dress add a fun aspect that isn’t too busy or distracting—just the right amount of girlie charm. Oh, and yes, there are shorts underneath.
Set Active is probably more well known for its matching sets, great for hitting the matt and everything else busy women have on the go. With its Luxform fabric, Set Active has made the most straightforward, easy-wearing court dress. The square neckline, built-in bike shorts and a shelf bra are significant selling features. A dress easy enough to wear to most places in summer while staying comfortable.
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