If there's one trend that's defining fashion in 2020, it's athleisure. It's become pretty standard to wear workout gear any day of the week and pieces like cool sweatpants and hoodies have become the backbones of many wardrobes this year.
Our eyes are on the sweatsuits that have been making a major comeback over the last few months. To style the pieces, wear them with a mix of your closet staples to make them feel modern—whether it's tube socks and sneakers, a pair of chunky boots, or a tailored trench to throw on top. Looking for the best brands to add to your closet? We have a number on our radar, as does the fashion set. Keep reading to find out the best athleisure brands to try now, and see our favorite pieces from each.
1. 7 DAYS ACTIVE
Danish brand 7 Days Active is one on the rise among the fashion set and is definitely one to watch. They have a colorful take on sweat suits that have a cool, retro vibe.
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2. Nike
Nike is the cool, classic athleisure brand that you're very familiar with already and their pieces never disappoint.
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3. PANGAIA
Pangaia's cool sweats and tees are also sustainable, made using fibers and materials from recycled plastic bottles. Plus, for every clothing item sold, the company will plant, protect, or restore a tree.
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4. ENTIREWORLD
Founded by Scott Sternberg, Entireworld excels at cozy sweatsuits in an array of colors, so you're sure to find just the one you're looking for.
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5. COTTON CITIZEN
L.A.-based brand Cotton Citizen is rooted in the cool. comfortable clothes that define fashion in the city.
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6. LES TIENS
Another L.A.-based brand, Les Tiens focuses on crafting the perfect cuts of its basics, so if you invest in its pieces, you know you'll be wearing for years and years.
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Style these with your everyday jewelry.
7. ALO YOGA
An expert at athleisure, Alo Yoga is a go-to brand for all of your, well, yoga clothes. But they go far beyond just that.
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