By Alex Edwards
If your goal is to keep that bikini body in check with some summer workouts, we’ve got your wardrobe covered. No matter what you’re looking for in athletic wear, we scoped out the hottest styles out now for the upcoming season. With everything from sweat-wicking styles to bold prints, shop below to find out what you should wear to your next gym session.
For everlasting support
If you’re looking for a workout top that won’t give way during high levels of movement, Freya is the brand for you. Their newest collection focuses on block-colour styling with accents that bring out your best assets. The technology used allows for breast suspension that helps to reduce potential sagging and instead enhances support. They even put their styling to the test by asking scientists at the University of Portsmouth, who found the products to have “outstanding levels of support, whilst working hard to prevent the lasting damage that can be cause during exercise.” The Active line is designed for both Dynamic and Intense activity levels, depending on your workout regimen. The bestselling Sonic has breathable spacer fabric combined with an inner bra to add in that extra support. The Force is inspired by a bra, but without the underwire. It has COOLMAX fabric with adjustable straps to keep the comfort light. With the Freestyle, the bust has a cross panel and racer back that motivates a strong workout. Lastly, the Performance is a stylish sports top with ventilated side panels and COOLMAX fabric to keep moisture out.
For those sweaty sessions
If your workouts revolve around sports or advanced human performance, check out the newest styles from 2XU. The brand prides itself on its advanced compression technology for athletic garments. The Australian-based company often dresses world-champion athletes and sports teams, and has proven their methods with sports scientists. With the X-Vent, sweat is instantly wicked away with the HIGH FIL fabric combined with the cross-channelled yarns. The Trisuit, Tri Singlet and Tee all help you to stay cool during an intense workout with a comfort for all conditions. The MCS is designed for high intensity cross training with support for targeted muscles used during interval training.
For a fun and unique look
If you’re all about being fit and fashionable, Sweaty Betty is the brand for you. The brand has been around since 1988, and was created with a goal of redefining the styles women wear for working out. The company is now best known for their reversible yoga bottoms and bold statement prints. For style you can wear in or out of the gym, we’ve gathered our favorites from the new collection. The Karma Yoga Vest is loose with fabric that is prepared to wick away any sweat you might gather. It’s best meant for doing yoga, Pilates or barre workouts because of the softness and casual style. The Kanza Workout Crop Top is meant for you to stand out during multiple workouts with its lightweight fabric and mesh back. The print is bold and makes a statement, but is still comfortable. With the Seamless Double Time Workout Tank, you get two looks for the price of one. The concept is two-fold, with the undervest keeping you dry and the over layer wicking away sweat. You can even wear them together or alone. Lastly, the Infinity Workout Bra has a strappy back for support and fashion. The fabric is sweat-wicking with moulded cups perfect for spinning or boxing sessions.