Athleisure: Septembre Anderson on sportswear sans sports
Non-athletes are lacing up to go to the grocery store, the nightclub, and even the office.
Jerseys, yoga pants and sneakers are no longer just gym wear. Mainstream malls and high-end boutiques are selling stylish sports apparel — and non-athletes are lacing up to go to the grocery store, the nightclub, and even the office.
But put away the baggy t-shirt: this trend is not about simple functionality. Kate Hudson's Fabletics, Rihanna's Puma collection and Beyonce's TopShop line are all fuelling the fashion-conscious athleisure trend.
So how does it differ from what you used to wear to gym class? Fashion correspondent Septembre Anderson joins Shad to explain.
q: So, have you tried on athleisure? Do you think we're finally bringing comfort to the fore? Or are we just too lazy to tuck in our shirts?