Luxe All The Way: High-End Athletic Wear Brands We Are Loving

The staying power of Splits59’s leggings is legendary. They have four-way stretch fabric that's completely opaque, so you don't have to worry about anything showing with a flimsy, sheer material. Most reviews say that they feel completely durable. The reason is quite obvious; the material is thick, but not, like, thick to the point of being uncomfortable and hot. We love the wide waistband that doesn’t dig in but makes sure that they stay put without having to pull them up every few minutes.

Price: INR 8,799 upwards

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Kylie and Kendall Jenner have been spotted flaunting Alo Yoga athletic wear. The leggings are forgiving and comfortable, especially around the thighs, which is what every woman wants. Customers rave about the sweat-wicking fabric used that’s both breathable and supportive with just the right amount of compression. The high waist is as flattering as it is comfy and stays in place without rolling down when you're working out. We like that the fabric is also thick enough that it isn't see-through.

Price: INR 6,999 upwards

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Loved by celebs like Jennifer Lopez, Gigi Hadid and Gwyneth Paltrow, the brand’s popular leggings are everything you could want in a pair: comfortable, flattering and great quality. The fabric used is both lightweight and breathable, even in the hottest of yoga classes, and they never feel suffocating or compressive. We Indians need this! Reviews say that the material is thick enough and supportive enough for any kind of workout. The best part? The leggings are so soft that you can comfortably lounge around in them. They come with a very high waistband that is both flattering and comfortable.

Price: INR 6,499 upwards

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Adidas needs no introduction. The brand has, over the years, introduced Indians to some fantastic styles. Comfort and design are key, be it any Adidas product. As top athletes and cult followers say, its stylish comfort, advanced sporting technologies and dependable durability is what makes the brand a favourite. 

Price: INR 1,399 upwards

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The entire internet and their grandma saw Puma make Anushka Sharma their newest brand ambassador and lost its mind. Whatever might the drama be, the brand delivers. The far-from-basic leggings feature a high, flattering waistband and a tight but comfortable fit. The reviews declare that the leggings are ideal for both short and long runs. The brand has a ton of  high-profile collaborations but one thing is consistent for it, quality! 

Price: INR 999 upwards

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Kica is an activewear brand that has a collection of leggings, sports bras, shorts, tanks, tops in bright colours and lots of mesh. Their activewear is light and breathable so you can exercise without worrying about feeling too hot or about permanent sweat stains. We love their range of leggings and so do influencers like Miss Malini and Bollywood actresses cum fitness enthusiasts Malaika Arora and Shilpa Shetty.

Price: Leggings start from INR 1,200 and tops from INR 950.

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With core values of self-love, acceptance and being present in every moment, big or small, Aastey's collection focusses on size inclusivity and changing stereotypes to build a community where people feel comfortable in their skin. They have an entirely different way of working with sizes (including naming the sizes!). So, if you wear XS you're Lightening, or XL, which is also UK 20, you're a lovely Rainbow! If you're under about 66 inches tall (that is about 5 feet and 6 inches), then for the bottoms, get the 7/8 length options. They come just to the ankle and are ideal as full tights/tracks. The full-length ones are made for slightly taller folks!

Price: INR 1600 upwards

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With the aim of creating pieces that let you hit the gym at 6 AM and have a gin at 6 PM, Pace Active creates high-quality activewear that fits like a dream. Three words to describe the brand? Transitional, functional and chic. They have two types of fabric: Performance Gloss and Core Compression. If you want your tights and tees to be stretchy and fluid, pick the Performance Gloss collection. For that snug fit and feeling of your clothes holding you in, the Core Compression is best. 

Price: INR 2800 upwards

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Created with a vision to cater to the demands of young adults between 15 and 30 years, who seek to find new ways of working, living and managing their hectic schedules, the brand was founded by a sister-duo. Cava Athleisure’s line is all about comfort wear and casual clothing with the use of premium and sustainable fabrics. They are slow fashion and the clothes only get better with every use. CAVA caters to the fashion-loving audience where work from home culture takes centre stage and street style athleisure is now a wardrobe staple chosen to make a style statement. We love the use of 100 per cent recycled polyester and BCI (better cotton initiative) fabrics. Edgy and quirky describe the brand best.

Price: INR 799 upwards

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