These Brands Prove the Athleisure Movement Isn’t Going Anywhere

Some of the coolest athleisure looks borrow from the boys—take Aimé Leon Dore for example. With an artsy-meets-athletic aesthetic, the 2014-born brand (based in Queens, New York) strives to create timeless pieces rooted in simple yet powerful design. Color-blocked pullovers, velveteen track pants, screen-printed gym shorts, and collegiate-style polos are among our favorites.

Putting her posh spin on sportswear, Victoria Beckham and Reebok have teamed up to create a modern remix of sneakers, sweat sets, and minimalist-leaning separates that combine the relaxed demeanor of streetwear with technical performance. The elevated collection is unisex and sure to see a swift sell out, so run, don’t walk.

Not your average studio-to-street brand, Australian-based Nagnata is a sustainably manufactured line of activewear knitted from a technically-designed fabric made out of organic cotton. Founded in 2014 by Laura May who was later joined by her sister Hannah to co-design, the collection of full of boldly color-blocked and graphic-printed sweaters, shorts, and leggings. Whether worn to the gym or styled in opposition with denim and tailoring you'll find this brand fits anywhere.

From party dresses to feather-trimmed polos, Adam Selman always delivers on bold pieces with a playful energy. And now, the designer makes his foray into athleisure with Adam Selman Sport: An active-focused, unisex sportswear line comprised of pieces that merge performance and fashion. Ranging from leopard-print spandex to neon knits and crystal-adorned separates, the debut collection (inspired by American sportswear from different eras) is designed for an active metropolitan lifestyle and includes core styles sustainably made with recycled nylon and polyester.

Founded in 2015 by Nadine-Isabelle Baier and Arendt van Deyk, Aeance is a sustainable, style-conscious line of ready-to-wear that merges technical design with understated minimalism. Living by a “less, but better” motto, luxuriously versatile tops, jackets, and leggings are made with as little environmental impact as possible—the brand’s supply chain focuses on eco-sustainability and ethical responsibility.

A go-to for fanciful partywear and elegant separates, Paco Rabanne also hits the athleisure market with the label’s Bodyline. Capturing the brand’s sharp aesthetic and translating it into sleek activewear with a ‘90s twist, unisex styles like fleece hoodies and tapered nylon pants are mixed with sporty crop-tops and logo-lined stirrup leggings cut from tech body-con fabrics, all in an monochromatic palette (save for the punchy spots of leopard print). Layer these pieces for everyday wear or declare your brand fandom with a fully logoed look.

Balancing class with comfort, Kith Women tackles versatility with reimagined tracksuits, shirting, outerwear, and more, all finished with an elevated streetwear effect. Look to this brand for pieces you can rock as easily with workwear as you can with leggings and slides.

Meaning “the best” in Hawaiian, No Ka 'Oi is a line of fashion-forward sportswear, inspired by the power of nature and created with an Italian design sensibility. Founded in 2014 by Simona Finelli, each collection incorporates flashy bouts of color, kooky prints, and eclectic fabrics intended to bridge the gap between ready-to-wear, activewear, and streetwear. Not to miss: One-off pieces like sequin-lined sweatshirts, hoodies with oversized chain-link drawstrings, and velvet high-waist basketball shorts.

Wardrobe.NYC is a luxury direct-to-consumer capsule concept of ten sporty essentials that range from tanks and tops to bike shorts, leggings, plus an exclusive sneaker by adidas Originals. The entire capsule must be purchased in its entirety and will run you $1,000—but for the streetwear enthusiast, it’s the ultimate investment.

Wardrobe.NYC 10-Pierce Wardrobe, $1000; wardrobe.nyc

For the workout fiend who lives in activewear, Alala’s directional lineup of leggings, jackets, and sweatshirts level up any athletic look. With a sophisticated downtown attitude inspired by New York City living, everything from Sherpa jackets to oversized sweatshirts will transition from gym to street on any given day.