activewear

Sporty stretchy garments

Activewear is clothing designed for exercise and sports—stretchy, breathable fabrics that allow movement: yoga pants, running shorts, moisture-wicking tops.

The term emerged as athletic clothing became acceptable casual wear, blurring the line between gym clothes and everyday outfits: She wore activewear to brunch.

garments

leggings

Form-fitting leg garments

tanktop · sweatpants · tights · compression · shorts · jersey · singlet · skort · bodysuit · capris

materials

breathable

Permits air passage

quick-dry · spandex · lycra · nylon · polyester · mesh · bamboo · microfiber · antimicrobial · seamless

style

athleisure

Exercise-meets-everyday fashion category

coordinated · minimalist · sleek · fitted · cropped · high-waisted · racerback · cutout · retro · monochrome

activities

yoga

Mind-body exercise discipline

pilates · jogging · crossfit · hiking · spinning · swimming · aerobics · bootcamp · basketball · tennis

comfort

flexible

Able to bend freely

soft · snug · supportive · form-fitting · second-skin · tagless · padded · contoured · mobility

performance

aerodynamic

Minimizing drag through shape

reflective · ventilated · grip · stability · recovery · endurance · high-impact · low-impact

Categories
Opposites
formality of dress

activewearformal attire

Dressy occasion clothing

formalwear · business attire · evening wear · suits · dress clothes

physical activity orientation

activewearloungewear

Casual clothes for relaxing

sleepwear · pajamas · nightwear · robes · housecoat

functionality vs. aesthetics

activewearhaute couture

Custom luxury dressmaking

couture · designer fashion · ceremonial garments · costumery

Family

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Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G