There won’t be a reinvention of the wheel here, but I’ve been feeling lately like my fitness go-tos could use an update. A strategy that’s been working for me is making some key piece swaps and discovering a few off-the-beaten-path brands. Sharing both here so we may all go to pilates 3x/month feeling cool.
REPLACING BLACK WITH EARTH TONES
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REPLACING PANTS WITH SHORTS
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PUFFERS
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SOMETHING UNEXPECTED ON TOP
When I put together an outfit for the gym, I always like to have at least one non-workout item on for balance. Not all of these pieces fall into that category, but due to function, it usually is on top.
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ACCESSORIES AND TOP SHOES
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THE BRANDS LESS TRAVELED
A few of my favorites:
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MANOLA
DISTRICT VISION
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MORE BRANDS
And as the grande finale, a list of all the brands I can point you toward to find updated workout looks that feel right for a new year.
templa | alo yoga | girlfriend collective | outdoor voices | reformation active | sporty and rich | 7 days active | adanola (runs tts not small) | adidas stella mccartney | free people movement | live the process | splits59 | varley | tory sport | beyond yoga | tracksmith | lanston sport | nylora | daughter lessons nyc (specifically this) | 108 sportif | strut this | ultracor | we are tala | nagnata | are you am i | en pointe | joah brown | recreational habits
xx CG
I just bought the Lanston -
the row x Lanston bra! Fabulous brown color!!! I will let you all know how it fits !!!!
omg buying that parka, it's so good