Move Over Matching Sets, Activewear Just Became a Lot More Fun

Figure-hugging Lycra, monochromatic matching sets and rising prices; these themes have defined the state of the activewear market for far too long. It has seemed to become the unspoken uniform of the gym, leaving little room for individuality, but in recent months, it's felt like the tide is turning.

For many of us, the thought of wearing an almost catsuit-esque matching outfit to exercise in is... less than appealing. Yet somehow, we collectively accepted that this was just what activewear looked like. Sure, the brands behind these coordinated sets are great, but when did we all agree to dress the same? When did personal style get benched in the name of performance wear?

Expensive gyms with aromatherapy saunas that cater to influencer hopefuls and Chelsea locals may beg for luxe matching sets and crisp sneakers, but for those outside that glossy fitness bubble, channeling something a little more alternative feels far more authentic. Whether that's something more Adam Sandler-coded with a baggy graphic tee and basketball shorts, or a 90s-inspired Princess Diana look with an oversized college sweatshirt and bike shorts, the mood is shifting. People are prioritizing comfort, expression and nostalgia over conformity. With that, it seems like we're saying goodbye to the Adanola clones power-walking on incline treadmills, and hello to something a lot more fun.

 

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