I have never really been the type to wear matching workout sets…until recently! The last couple of years I have gotten into the matching set trend. I like feeling more put together at the gym – especially since I have gone back to personal training and spend so much time at the gym with my clients.
7 OF MY FAVORITE WORKOUT SETS
For many years, I pretty much exclusively wore lululemon when it came to both athletic wear and athleisure. Lately, I’ve become a big fan of other fitness brands and while you’ll still find lululemon in this recap, you’ll also see sets from NOBULL, Born Primitive, Athleta and Alo.
Here’s seven workout sets you can find me wearing all the time + what unique details that I love about each and sizing notes.
NOBULL FORM APPAREL
I recently did a collaboration with NOBULL on Instagram for their new Form Apparel line and it’s awesome! Form Apparel features a new material for NOBULL that has a super smooth and next-to-skin feel along with all the flexy stretchiness. I love this set – especially the bra!!!
- Form Apparel Crossback Sports Bra
- Hi-Rise 4″ Shorts (they also have a Form Apparel legging)
- Drive Mesh Shoes – my new favorite hybrid training shoe. So insanely comfortable and they come in lots of fun colors.
A few sizing notes…
- I got a small in the bra and shorts. I like a more generous fit on a bra but I wish I’d sized down to an XS in the shorts.
- I wear a size 8 in NOBULL shoes. For comparison, I wear an 8.5 in Brooks, Ons and Nikes.
NOBULL MATTE
This matte set from NOBULL has become a go-to. It’s crazy soft and I can wear it all day and not feel overly squeezed or compressed. The v-neck design of the bra is flattering and it’s easy to move around in. The tights stay put and I’m not constantly pulling them up.
I’m wearing a small in both and it fits well. I could size to an XS in leggings.
BORN PRIMITIVE
I LOVE THIS SET! The feel of the material is sleek and it hugs in all the right ways. I am obsessed with the back of the sports bra. I never thought I’d be a socks over leggings kinda girl but here we are. It works great with these tights!
- Exhale Sports Bra – comes in so many great colors!
- Your Go To Leggings 2.0 – also comes in a rainbow of colors!
I’m wearing a small in each and the size is perfect.
LULULEMON SWIFT SPEED
This lululemon set features my one of my all-time favorite bra styles – the Energy Bra – and their Swift Speed tights. The Swift Speed tights are on their way out but you can get a great deal right now through final sale. The tights have a very compressive feel and they do not move one bit while wearing. They’re technically designed for running but I wear them for lifting too.
I wear a 6 in lululemon bras because again, I like a roomier feel. I wear a 4 in bottoms.
LULULEMON WUNDER UNDER TRAIN
Another appearance of the Energy Bra, this time in a regular fit and not a longline, paired with lululemon’s Wunder Train hi-rise tights. These tights are a perfect everyday training pant and feature a compressive feel with fast-drying fabric.
ALO AIRLIFT COLLECTION
I don’t know how I made it this long without owning any Alo workout apparel but I am a convert! I received this Airlift Collection set as a birthday gift and I’ve been wearing it at least once a week ever since. The Airlift leggings feature a compressive fit that truly hugs and smooths. The Airlift fabric has a subtle flattering sheen. I love this set for lifting and yoga but I’d choose my lululemon leggings for a run.
One thing I love about Alo is their color selections. They crush it on neutrals! While we’re talking about Alo, I also ADORE their Accolade Hoodie. It’s my top hoodie choice at the moment.
- Alo Airlift Intrigue Bra
- Alo Airlift Leggings (love the 7/8 fit too for shorties like me!)
I am wearing a small in the bra and an extra small in the leggings.
ATHLETA SALUTATION
Another bandwagon I never thought I’d be on is biker shorts but here I am an absolute card-carrying member of the biker short club. I was influenced to get Athleta’s Satultation Stash 5″ shorts by fellow blogger Janae and they’re so good!
I’m now addicted to side pocket bike shorts for running and hiking. They’re perfect for holding my phone, gels, water and whatever else I need to carry with me. I’ll write a separate post dedicated to my favorite biker-style shorts haha.
- Salutation Stash Hi-Rise 5″ Shorts (they also come in a longer 7″ style)
- Interval Bra (I like this strappy Solace Bra)
I am wearing an XS in the shorts and a small in the bra.
QUESTIONS
Do you wear matching workout sets?
Do you typically go for shorts or leggings? Or does it depend on the activity?
What are your current favorite athletic wear lines?
