Fits for the Fit: The Althleisure Edit

It’s a new year, which means recalibration time is here. There is no better time to check in on our health, both mentally and physically. Whether you are celebrating new goals, making your way through Dry January, or convincing yourself to get that new gym membership, the first month of 2026 is an opportunity to dust off old habits and fill the days ahead with reinvigoration. While at some point you may want to fall off the wellness bandwagon, here are our favorite picks for athleisure wear that will inspire you to keep going this year.

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This Swiss sportswear company went viral for their line of colorful cloud sneakers, but their line of performance gear is not to be underrated. With backing from Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer, the brand has become a cult favorite amongst professional athletes and recreational wearers alike. The brand is known for its versatile collections and specific attention to certain categories of sports like tennis and running. Collaborations with brands like Loewe and Post Archive Fashion and edits with celebrities like Zendaya (Challengers anyone?) have cemented their status. Their Roger Clubhouse Ace sneakers are also on the radar to be the year’s more popular lifestyle trainers.

Varley

Husband and wife duo Lara and Ben Mead met while training for the London Marathon and founded Varley in 2014 as a contemporary fashion brand for the modern woman. Embodying the ethos of by women, for women, 90 percent of Varley’s team is women. Offering activewear pieces to knitwear essentials, the family owned business is known for their sophisticated aesthetic and women centered focus. Across their teams in LA, NY, and London, Varley has established themselves with quiet confidence and uber innovation. Check out their array of cozy active and lifestyle accessories.

Splits 59 / Capezio

Both Splits 59 and Capezio cater to dance inspired athletic and performance wear. Capezio is a legacy brand in the ballet world and offers all the necessary accessories and outfits to bring you from barre to center. Splits 59 is a relatively new label which attracts several professional ballerinas due to their chic and comfortable offerings. Known for their sets catering to pilates, running, and yoga, this activewear has become popular in the dance world and beyond.

Alo

You can’t look anywhere without seeing Alo’s big grey bags and viral workout sets. When it comes to meeting the new year, they put the set in reset. Trendy and favored by the following, you’ll be hard pressed to find an influencer that doesn’t have a massive collection of these. From LA it girls to K pop idols, the entire world knows that Alo is the popular go to choice in pilates studios. They have a workout short entitled the Socialite Short. Enough said. Iconic color shades like pastel yellow and winter frost have made them easy to spot and collectively gathered a cult-like following that has created community and loyalty.

Adidas

The signature legacy brand is famed for its innovation and prowess within the athletic industry. Having a pair of trainers from them is a must, and there are plenty of legendary models to choose from. In regard to activewear, the iconic three stripes are unmissable, and so are each one of their new collections. Interpreted through the years through several design perspectives or collaborations, there is always something new to view. Whether it’s leisure or sport, Adidas is the king of the court.

Sporty and Rich

The premium wellness brand is known for their cheeky attitude and unapologetic luxury apparel. Capsule drops include popular collaborations with Hotel Eden Roc and the New York Yankees. Their recently sought after nautical inspired collection conveys the air of sailing through the Kennedys’ Hyannisport, while previous collections have included British activewear inspired by the late Princess Diana. Whether a Beverly Hills Riding Club sweater or chic 80s inspired gym set inspires you to work out, this brand brings playful and chic aesthetics to the world of fitness.

Tory Sport

Inspired by her days playing tennis on Philadelphia’s Main Line, Tory Burch’s classic East Coast prep meets activewear in her well admired Tory Sport line. Blending classic sophistication with jock realness, the Tory Sport collections often feature tennis dresses, fitness ensembles, golfwear, and popular soft zip ups. Think old school silhouettes inspired by skiing in Italy or fishing in the Bahamas, but with the modern sweat friendly technology to match. Having been inspired by the film The Royal Tenenbaums (Wes Anderson), Tory goes all out on smart dressing for the workout studio in this line. Even nonathletes will have to admit her pieces are sharp.