Look Like a Fox While Sweating Like a Pig

Posted on October 6th, 2015

It seems designers may be in fact realizing that this workout culture could be here to stay.  Unlike so many things that doctors originally think may be necessary for living a healthy lifestyle but then they say may not be so important after all (I’m looking at you, eating breakfast and also smoking), no one really seems to have anything bad to say about fitness.

In true capitalist spirit, some of my favorite fashion retailers are getting in on the action.  Lilly Pulitzer and Trina Turk launched their activewear lines several months ago, and recently, Tory Sport (thanks, Tory Burch) debuted, too.  It’s classic, simple… I’m in love.

Rumor has it we can even expect Kate Spade activewear soon?  I’m picturing striped tanks, polka dot leggings, and sweatbands with bows on them, but only time will tell…

I am a firm believer that you’re more likely to do things if you feel cute doing them, and this ranges from going out for a Friday night drink to a 3 mile run.  You need cute workout gear.  It’s for your health.  It’s basically a medical expense.  But that being said, you might not need to spend Tory Burch Sport (or even Lululemon) prices for them.  Below are my suggestions for getting the Perky Suburban Mom On Your Way to Yoga look for less:

Striped Lululemon leggings are great, but this Zella option is 59% of the cost.

Pleated tennis skirts are always classic.  Tory’s is $115, but Boast adds a little color and saves you $30.

These leggings from Chikum are half the price of the Lilly Pulitzer lookalike.  Plus imported from Canada = fancy.

Trina Turk vs. Forever 21.  Who knew?

The substitution can apply to basics too.  Skip the $42 Lululemon tank, and pick up the Zella version while it’s on sale.  Both are cropped navy leggings, but these are $118… I would rather pay $38.  As much as I like my Nike pullovers, I have to admit this jacket may even be cuter.

You get the idea.  So flaunt your fitness, spandex life! You, too, can look like you just left Equinox while you’re on your way to Crunch.

Note: Knowing there are more affordable options out there does not prevent me from wanting to recommit to my tennis game so I can justify buying this dress and sweater.  Maybe next summer…