How to Get Away With Wearing Activewear to Work
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Listen, we've all thought about how we could wear yoga pants to work without looking like a slob. In fact, we've all probably worn them when we definitely had no intention of going to the gym in the first place.
With the athleisure trend getting stronger than ever, we thought it was about time we answered this age-old question on how to make these off-the-clock staples work-appropriate. Plus, we're listing the key sportswear pieces you need to make this happen. From a full tracksuit to a modern cleat, here's how you can get away with wearing activewear to the office.
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The Modern Cleat
Those Adidas Stan Smiths aren't going anywhere soon. Switch things up by rocking these Nike Women's Cortez '72 Sneakers ($125). Think of these shoes as the modern cleat with their rounded toes and ridged bottoms.
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Sweatshirt
Why go for a simple gray sweatshirt when you can wear something like this? This Vetements X Champion Oversized Sweatshirt ($880) has been making its rounds during Fashion Month. You can even pair it with the next item on this list.
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Elevated Track Pants
Looking for a way to wear sweatpants to your workplace? These Tory Burch Desmond Silk Trousers ($303) are just the ticket.
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Mesh Pullover
Give your outfit a sporty feel by styling a Helmut Lang Modern Mesh Pullover With Taping Details ($370) over a pair of your favorite skinny jeans. If you're feeling extrasporty, top off your look with a baseball hat.
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Slides
These Adidas Adilette Slide Sandals ($30) aren't solely reserved for the pool. Style yours with breezy trousers and a silk blouse.
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Side Snap Track Pants
Another pair of sporty pants you can rock are these Trouve Side Snap Track Pants ($89). Plus, they're really easy to style — wear them with a sweatshirt and let a button-down shirt peek from underneath.
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Low-Top Sneakers
Just like with white low-tops, these blush-toned Common Projects Achilles Sneakers ($454) can act as a neutral as well. Wear them with a flowy dress and a leather jacket.
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Tracksuit
The key to wearing a full-on tracksuit to work lies in finding the right one. Choose a colorblock one like this Boohoo Laura Vintage Sports Tracksuit ($60).
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Leggings
Leggings are one of those items that can easily fall into the "not appropriate for work" pile. One way you can get away with wearing leggings to work is by choosing ones that have that little extra something something. Example: these Alo Women's Moto Leggings ($110) that have leather accents. Complete the look by styling them with an oversize t-shirt and varsity jacket.
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Bomber Jacket
We all know how the temperature fluctuates in the office like nobody's business. Throw on this Ivy Park Floral Mesh Bomber Jacket ($90) when it gets chilly. For the full look, pair it with a crop top and high-waisted jeans.
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