7 Sporty Wardrobe Essentials Every Woman Should Own

Let’s face it – we spend at least half our lives in activewear, so it’s time to ditch the fading sweatpants and promo tees for gear that’s functional AND sexy.

1. The classic t-shirt

You know those moments when you have ‘nothing to wear’? Well, you don’t have to overthink your outfit if your wardrobe is stocked with a classic white tee. Easy basics can take you anywhere from boxing, to brunch and on to the bar. Want to shake it up a little? Go for a graphic basic that’ll look just as good with a pair of jeans as it does with your gym tights.

From Bash

From Old Khaki

From Woolworths

2. A fun sports bra

Is it supportive? Check. Does it keep things in check when you’re a hot sweaty mess? Check. Think of your sports bra as your boob’s BFF.

From adidas

From Under Armour

From PUMA

3. Fashionable yet functional shoes

From morning runs to coffee dates, these shoes do it all. Sleek, stylish and versatile enough to match your whole closet – these are the kicks you didn’t know you needed, until now.

From Reebok

From Tifosi Sports

From New Balance

READ MORE: The Best Running Shoes For 5k, 10k And 21k

4. The perfect legging

Some days just call for leggings, right? Comfy, stretchy and they hug your body in all the right places. What’s not to love?

From Mr Price Sport

From Burnt

From adidas

From Fitness Fusion

From Reebok

From adidas

5. The jacket

One moment it’s sunny and the next it’s windy or worse… raining! Yeah, nothing kills outdoor workout plans faster than temperamental spring weather.  Enter the ‘wind-breaker’. It’s a life-saver!

From adidas

From Bash

From PUMA

READ MORE: How To ‘Spring Clean’ Your Fitness Gear For Better Workouts

6. A pullover

Hands up if all you want to do after a really tough workout is to slip into to something comfy and dry? Stash your sweaty gear in a Ziploc bag and change into a cosy sweater so that you can totally ‘Netflix and chill’ on the couch.

From Under Armour

From Woolworths

From Cape Union Mart

7. A cute backpack

You don’t always need to lug a massive duffle bag with you. A cute backpack can fit all your essentials, while keeping your hands free so you can grab a post-workout smoothie and check your Insta at the same time.

From Thule

From Bash

From Reebok

Get your hands on our September/October issue for all the latest activewear trends and hottest buys for spring.

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