Sporty fashion—think windbreakers, sneakers, hoodies, and logo-emblazoned tracksuits—is an integral part of the American woman's wardrobe, regardless of whether she's made the cut or is grabbing a cup of coffee at the corner café. Athleticwear doesn't have to be relegated to the track; varsity is a state of mind. Tap into your inner champion with inspiration from our favorite designers, below.
Isabel Marant Étoile
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Ready yourself for warmer days ahead with Isabel Marant's drawstring hoodie. It's lightweight, bohemian means this elevated sportswear piece can be worn off (or on) the court.
KENZO COAT, $1,530, AND DRESS, PRICE UPON REQUEST; BEATS BY DRE EARPHONES, $250; SMITH OPTICS SUNGLASSES, $209. IN BACK: ISABEL MARANT ÉTOILE HOODIE, $685, AND BRIEFS, $195; LULULEMON VISOR, $28; BEATS BY DRE EARPHONES, $250.
Prada
Presenting your new uniform: Layer Prada's cotton fleece hoodie over a solid turtleneck and their matching full skirt for a chic yet tomboy-ish look.
Balenciaga & Celine
Balenciaga and Celine have a knack for leaving their stamp of cool on traditional pieces. Roll up in this fluorescent tracksuit or go the more subdued route with logo'd track pants, a bucket hat, and triangle top to show off your killer abs.
ON LEFT: BALENCIAGA JACKET, $1,490, PANTS, $1,050, CARD CASE, $325, AND BACKPACK, $1,095. ON RIGHT: CELINE BRA, $300, PANTS, $770, AND HAT, $375; STYLIST’S OWN WORLDNET HOODIE
Miu Miu
We're on Team Miu Miu. Their jersey jackets have a modern yet retro charm, while their "run-proof" skirt perfectly combines the feminine and romantic spirit they're known for.
ON LEFT: MIU MIU JACKET, $2,110, SKIRT, $895, AND SHOES, $750; J.W. ANDERSON EARRING, PRICE UPON REQUEST. ON RIGHT: MIU MIU JACKET, $2,420, SKIRT, $895, AND SHOES, $750; J.W. ANDERSON EARRING, PRICE UPON REQUEST.
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FASHION EDITOR: J. ERRICO / HAIR: ADAM MACLAY / MAKEUP: ASAMI MATSUDA / MODELS: CORA EMMANUEL AND YSAUNNY BRITO AT THE SOCIETY MANAGEMENT
A version of this story appears in the Spring 2021 issue of Marie Claire.
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