13 Stylish Athleisure Finds from Local Brands

In honor of Boston Fashion Week, we found the best in sneakers and spandex.

By Jamie Ducharme· 9/23/2016, 11:42 a.m.

It’s Boston Fashion Week, a celebration of all things stylish in this city. But we couldn’t help but think that, in 2016, style isn’t only about sky-high heels and dressing to the nines.

In fact, if you take a stroll down Newbury Street, you’re just as likely—if not more likely—to see spandex as you are silk, sneakers as you are stilettos. Athleisure is undeniably in vogue, and it shows no signs of letting up.

As luck would have it, Boston happens to be something of a hub for athleisure and fitness brands. When better than Boston Fashion Week to highlight some of those fashionable and functional pieces? Here, our guide to some of the season’s hottest local athleisure. Happy shopping!

For Women

Booty by Brabants Mesh Leggings

Booty by Brabants leggings, from local instructor Kelly Brabants, are made to flatter your derrière. Mesh leggings, $80, bootybybrabants.com.

Janji Laguna Tee

If you buy this delicate open-back top from local running brand Janji, 10 percent of the sale will benefit projects that bring clean water to underserved areas. Laguna Tee, $40, runjanji.com.

New Balance Newbury Jacket

New Balance's aptly named Newbury Jacket will truly take you from the studio to the streets. Newbury Jacket, $120, newbalance.com.

NoBull Trainers

Sure, they've got a floral print. But these functional training shoes from Nobull mean business. Floral Gum Trainers, $159, nobullproject.com.

Tracksmith Race Top

Show off the fruits of your workout labor in this Tracksmith crop top. Bell Lap Race Top, $64, tracksmith.com.

Crane & Lion Pima Jogger

These sweats from Crane & Lion were made for lazy Sundays, when denim just won't do. Pima Jogger, $105, craneandlion.com.

Reebok Dance Strappy Bra

Wear this Reebok bra to the gym, or as a daring crop top. Dance Strappy Bra, $50, reebok.com.

For Men

York Athletics Henry Mid

Sneakers and jeans aren't a faux pas with York Athletics' kicks. Henry Mid, $120, yorkathleticsmfg.com.

Janji Pullover

Everyone will see you coming in Janji's color-blocked pullover. You'll help clean water charities with your purchase, too. Cross Body Watercolor 1/4 Zip Pullover, $78, runjanji.com.