The Unexpected High Street Brand With Incredible Activewear
IIf there was ever a ‘summer of sport’, this is it. Whether you’re trying your hand at something new, picking back up an old sport, or keeping your tried-and-tested routine, quality activewear is a no-brainer. And one brand delivering minimalist but well-made pieces that also don’t break the bank is Uniqlo.
In Partnership With Uniqlo
A range of athleisure and sports leisure that you can wear to the gym, around town, or away on holiday.
If you associate the high street name with viral cross-body bags and bra tops, you’re not alone. But did you know that it it also does top-notch sportswear?
Uniqlo’s Sports Utility Wear range combines professional and functional workout attire with its clean, fuss-free aesthetic, meaning each item works as hard in your wardrobe, as you do at the gym.
Plus, the brand’s new Sweden Athlete Collection offers a capsule edit of pieces designed in collaboration with Sweden’s top athletes. The result? A range of athleisure and sports leisure that you can wear to the gym, around town, or away on holiday.
On the spec side of things, Uniqlo’s activewear range incorporates its signature AIRism technology with Dry Ex fabric. These clever fabrics means that the sports gear is odour-neutralising and fast-drying, seamlessly wicking away moisture from the skin, keeping you cool throughout your workout.
About Town
When you’re running around town, you want cool, casual and versatile staples with clever little design details to give you that extra feel-good boost. Standout hero pieces from this range are the Ultra-Stretch Dry Trousers and Shorts – unisex designs that offers easy movement, along with breathable mesh at the back for extra comfort.
When you’re running around town, you want cool, casual and versatile staples with clever little design details.
Similarly, the mesh on the Dry-Ex T-shirts offer extra ventilation to keep you feeling cool from the waist-up throughout the warmer months.
Our favourite pick, though, has to be the Wide Trousers, which you can dress up for the office with a blazer or blouse, and down with a loose T-shirt and trainers for grabbing a coffee on the weekend.
Joggers, £19.90
On The Go
If you’re travelling this summer, multi-purpose, comfortable picks are just the ticket. Of course, Uniqlo’s TikTok-famous Airism Active Sleeveless Bra Top deserves a shout-out for its supportive yet lightweight design.
Releases you might not have heard about, though, are the Ultra Stretch Airism Leggings and Bike Shorts, which are perfect for flights, train trips, and also discovering your new surroundings on arrival.
Not sure about the weather where you’re going? Pack the Zipped Long-Sleeve T-Shirt – a lightweight staple you can use for layering, but also cool enough to wear on its own.
If you’re travelling this summer, multi-purpose, comfortable picks are just the ticket.
Working Out
Ribbed Bra top, £19.90; Joggers £19.90
Functional, high-performance gear is the starting point for this new range, meaning it delivers the practical features you need with the stylish flair you want. And when it comes to activewear MVPs, a good sports bra is a non-negotiable. We love the Racer Back Wireless Active Bra, with the racerback style allowing free shoulder movement, along with removable, breathable pads you can easily refresh post-workout.
This season, lean into the sport of the moment with stylish Ultra-Stretch Dry Skort, offering a tennis skirt-inspired feminine finish, with the added practicality of a pocket to slip your phone into so that you can keep your preferred playlist running as you go.
Functional, high performance gear is the starting point for this new range, meaning it delivers the practical features you need, with the stylish flair you want.
