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

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Workout outfits are no longer leggings from your local sports shop or compromising on comfort while paying through the nose. In 2023, it’s all about premium fashion choices that are both comfortable and stylish. From Anushka Sharma to Raj Kummar Rao and Hardik Pandya, celebrities are cashing in on the fastest-growing clothing category in fashion, athleisure! We all know that the luxury wellness economy is booming, and athletic wear is no exception. Be it gym selfies or vlogs, showcasing your healthy lifestyle on social media, posting photos wearing athleisure apparel for all kinds of activities is the new norm. 

Don't worry, we'd never leave you to fend for yourself. LBB has searched the virtual world of activewear hot spots and picked the best luxe athletic wear brands to splurge on. Here’s to bringing you style inspiration and solid wardrobe picks for flaunting the most sought-after looks.

Splits59

Splits59

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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

LBB’s Picks:

Raquel High Waist Techflex Flare Legging

Raquel High Waist Techflex Flare Legging

15099
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Amber Airweight High Waist Short

Amber Airweight High Waist Short

8799
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Alo Yoga

Alo Yoga

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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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High Waist Vapor Legging

High Waist Vapor Legging

15799
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High Waist Vapor Legging

High Waist Vapor Legging

14399
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Ambience Short

Ambience Short

8799
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Beyond Yoga

Beyond Yoga

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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

LBB’s Picks:

Spacedye Lift Your Spirits Sports Bra

Spacedye Lift Your Spirits Sports Bra

6799
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Spacedye Caught In The Midi High Waisted Legging

Spacedye Caught In The Midi High Waisted Legging

10899
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Spacedye Open Back Sports Bra

Spacedye Open Back Sports Bra

7199
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Adidas

Adidas

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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

LBB’s Picks:

KK YOGA F TIGHT Black Training Tight

KK YOGA F TIGHT Black Training Tight

6999
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Trn Ms Best Grey Training Bra

Trn Ms Best Grey Training Bra

4299
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AEROKNIT CROP Black Running Top

AEROKNIT CROP Black Running Top

3799
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Puma

Puma

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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

LBB’s Picks:

Power Tape Women Black Leggings

Power Tape Women Black Leggings

1799
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Ess Cropped Small Logo Women Black T-shirts

Ess Cropped Small Logo Women Black T-shirts

999
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Train ReCollection Sports Bra

Train ReCollection Sports Bra

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More Brands We Love

Kica Active

Kica

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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.

LBB’s Picks:

Flare High Waisted Essential Pants With Pockets in Signature Fabric

Flare High Waisted Essential Pants With Pockets in Signature Fabric

1500
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High Support Criss Cross Back Sports Bra With Removable Pads Beige

High Support Criss Cross Back Sports Bra With Removable Pads Beige

1300
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Second Skin Straight Cut Full Sleeve Mauve Top With 2 Side Pockets For Running

Second Skin Straight Cut Full Sleeve Mauve Top With 2 Side Pockets For Running

1200
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Aastey

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

LBB’s Picks:

Bunny Hop Sports Bra

Bunny Hop Sports Bra

2295
Jellybean Tank Top

Jellybean Tank Top

1695
Bunny Hop Sports Bra

Bunny Hop Sports Bra

2295

Pace Active

Pace Active

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

LBB’s Picks:

Sierra V Back Bra In Azure/Agave

Sierra V Back Bra In Azure/Agave

3200
Pearl/Sacrlet Tank Top

Pearl/Sacrlet Tank Top

3250
Flutter Fly Pants In Scarlett

Flutter Fly Pants In Scarlett

4750

Cava Athleisure

Cava Athleisure

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

LBB’s Picks:

Cairo Orange Cava Sculpt Leggings

Cairo Orange Cava Sculpt Leggings

1999
Croatia Purple Sports Bra

Croatia Purple Sports Bra

1699
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