Our Favorite Picks From the BR Athletics Collection
The Banana Republic Athletics Collection Just Dropped, and We Can't Get Enough
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You won't find sports bras and workout pants in Banana Republic's newly launched BR Athletics line. No, this impeccably curated collection is all about club-sport style — with a twist. Think gender-inclusive blazers and sweaters, playful socks and scarves, and dresses and blouses designed for layering — all with eye-catching colors and patterns.
You don't need to be a sports person to dig these looks — they're as appropriate for garden parties as they are for work, and we love that they're designed for everyone. Below, you'll find some of our favorite looks from the new collection. Pick up a few, mix and match, and get ready for that tennis-club life.
BR Athletics Stripe Clubhouse Blazer
Made in Italy by the Italian mill Marzotto, this blazer ($500) is as well constructed as it is timeless. We love the soft, supple fabric (a wool-cotton sateen mix), which is both cozy and breathable. With a notch lapel, single-button closure, and double vent at the back, it's designed to fit anybody — and lest anyone forget where you got it, it's emblazoned with a beautifully designed BR crest.
BR Athletics Polo Dress
With a half-zip collar and bold chevron accent, this polo dress ($125) is the epitome of sporty chic. But you don't need to be on the court to wear it — we love it paired with some white sneaks for a day of errands, lunch with friends, or anything else you may have planned.
BR Athletics Pleated Short
Bring on the warm weather with these expertly tailored cotton shorts ($90). Whether you're on or off the green, you'll love the personalized fit (thanks to the side adjusters and gripper waistband), not to mention the luxuriously soft material you'll want to sport all day long.
BR Athletics Cashmere Sweater Vest
Unlike other buttoned-up sweater vests, this cashmere number ($350) is all about the relaxed silhouette. Drape it over a silky maxi skirt for a springy-prep look or half-tuck it into a pair of jeans. We love the rich navy paired with pops of color on the cuffs and pockets. It's a nonneutral neutral that would go with just about anything.
BR Athletics Varsity Cardigan
This varsity cardigan ($300) is worlds away from the high-school sweaters of yore. Crafted from organically grown cotton with a knitted jacquard texture and some cable knit, this oversized cardigan is eye-catching and cozy. No matter how you wear it — under a blazer or over a pair of chinos — it'll deliver on style (and comfort).
BR Athletics Pleated Midi Skirt
This expertly color-blocked skirt ($120) will bring style and flair to any ensemble. We love the A-line shape, the customizable wrap waist, and the feminine pleats; it's also made with 100-percent recycled polyester. Dress it up with a blouse and a blazer or keep things casual with a half–tucked tee.
BR Athletics Silk Square Scarf
A silk scarf ($100) is a great way to bring some extra style to any outfit. Wrap it around your neck, tie it onto your purse, or pop it into your blazer pocket. This collection offers a number of scarves in a variety of fun patterned colors, but we recommend the sunny-yellow one for spring.
BR Athletics Logo Sock
Add instant athletic appeal with a pair of these high-rise socks ($20). Stylish and functional, they're treated with Ionic+™, which eliminates odor before it starts, and are temperature regulating (thanks to specially engineer COOLMAX fibers).
