Work Your Workout Clothes Outside the Gym With These Stylish Ideas

Large camel coats, utility jackets, chic leather pants, an expensive cashmere sweater — all of your more expensive pieces can have extra versatility when you pair them with your athleticwear like yoga pants or sneakers. There is no reason that you can't look completely put-together while also wearing your more comfortable shoes and pants. This is also a great option for those who like to get a quick midday workout in while still dressing up for work!

Whether your sweatpants are baggier, more tailored, have a drawstring, or are tight around the ankles, they can always be presentable depending on what you pair them with. A simple loose blouse with white sneakers and jewelry can jazz it up a bit. Or if they are more tailored, pairing with a striped shirt, a blazer, and even heels can create a professional yet casual effect that looks fresh from a magazine. Just take the piece you have and pair it with something that is semi-opposite. If they are baggy, go for a more fitted top, and if they are tight, go to a looser top. Get creative!

Tennis skirts — really, any athletic skirts or dresses — can be a fantastic twist on the sporty yet comfy, athletic look. It's more feminine, but it still pairs best with sneakers. And your best accessory? A hat, of course! Go for a blouse that is more of your usual wear, and the combination will turn into a unique take on athleisure.

With all the cute, fashionable, unique kicks out there, you can make them go with flannels, leather, jeans, dresses — you name it. Try neutrals and keep what you are wearing to something simple enough so the sneakers can clearly be the star of the show. Heels that hurt your arches and give you blisters are a thing of the past. Athletic footwear is in, always!