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Style 24-7: Work It Out!

15 Pieces that will instantly whip your summer gym style into shape.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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01
In The Swim

Instead of your typical bikini, opt for a fun cut-out style that still offers support with thick straps.

Cut-out swim top, VPL, $120, lagarconne.com.

Style 24-7: Work It Out!
02
Go Shorty!

These function-meet-fashion shorts offer compression technology with chic layering.

Mesh compression shorts, C9 by Champion, $12, target.com.

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03
Haute Work-Out

Splurge on a bag that does double duty. Wear it to the gym or use it as a fab weekender.

Leather duffle bag, Givenchy, price is available upon request, barneys.com.

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04
Ballet Barre

Ballet-remixed classes require more than satin flats so these Y3 shoes perfectly offer both flexibility and traction.

Ballet sneaker, Y3, $110, y-3.com.

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05
Precious Metals

This basic sports bra style looks more luxe in a shade of bronze metallic.

Sports bra, H&M, $10, hm.com.

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06
Shine

Why buy a black sports jacket when metallics naturally take all of the shine?

Metallic sports jacket, H&M, $59, hm.com.

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07
Bright Move

This electric green color alone is bound to get you charged up and ready to work out.

“Day Glo” Sports bra, Fila, $35, fila.com.

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08
Electric

While mix-matched styling is fun, nothing says “I mean business” like a complete workout ensemble.

“Day Glo” side panel shorts, Fila, $40, fila.com.

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09
One-Two-Step

When excercising doesn’t call for running shoes, try a cheap and chic style with a bit of kick.

“Active” sneakers, Old Navy, $25, oldnavy.com.

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10
Wild Style

Disguise imperfections in a funky printed pair of pants.

“Scratch” leggings, NIKE, $65, nike.com.

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11
Retro Rock-Out

Find great retro Tees you can wear both in-and-out of the gym.

Vintage gym T-shirt, NIKE, $35, nike.com.

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12
Chic Sweat

Sweatpants don’t always have to be two sizes too big, find a fitted style that has the closeness of leggings but still a touch of roominess.

Zippered sweatpants, Aerie, $35, ae.com.

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13
Hot Baggage

It’s all about the details and carrying your workout gear in style is essential.

Gym bag, ADIDAS By Stella McCartney, $68, stellamccartney.com.

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14
Run It

A 5K race looks even better in a cool pair of kicks.

Running sneakers, New Balance WR1400, $90, zappos.com.

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15
Short Stuff

Find pieces that are pretty on the outside and tough on the inside, like these shorts.

“Day Glo” side panel shorts, Fila, $40, fila.com.

Style 24-7: Work It Out!