4 Activewear Trends You Need to Know About Before You Hit the Gym

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After nearly two years spent indoors wearing loungewear, we're looking forward to getting outside and active this summer. There's no better motivation to get up and get out than new clothes that look and feel good (but happen to be comfy enough to enjoy at home, too). And although we love getting dressed up for an evening out, there's still something satisfying about slipping out of heels and into an easy pair of leggings or relaxed joggers as part of your weekend or pre-workout routine.

Prioritising comfort doesn't mean you have to compromise on style, and Gilly Hicks' impressive range of activewear, loungewear and effortless jersey has made it our go-to for casual, comfy options. Think plenty of co-ords, mix-and-match separates and summer-ready beachwear across the brand's main and activewear lines. Plus, Gilly Hicks is committed to making more durable, long-lasting fabrics from eco-friendly materials such as recycled fabrics and organic cotton that will see you through many seasons to come.

With all fashion, seasonal trends often determine the colours, styles and prints we'll see in the following months, and activewear is no exception. From bright, '80s-inspired high-legged bodysuits to muted noughties yoga pants, many activewear styles are worth wearing beyond the gym. To make it easy for you, we've rounded up the biggest activewear trends right now at Gilly Hicks. Keep scrolling to see five easy-to-wear trends that you'll be sure to spot everywhere this summer.

1. Retro Florals 

Summer is in full bloom, so enjoy the best of the outdoors in '60s- and '70s-inspired psychedelic florals.

2. Tennis Whites 

Tennis whites are back. Think preppy pieces with pleats and collars that look smart on and off the court. 

3. Bike Shorts

That's right—cycling shorts are around for another summer. From the throwback outfits of off-duty royals to the celebrity weekend uniform, these simple, form-fitting shorts are the starting point for an understated but stylish look.

4. Summer Brights

Goodbye, spring pastels. Hello, summer brights. Enjoy all the colours of the rainbow to add a little fun to your activities. 

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Remy Farrell
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Remy Farrell is a London-based shopping editor with nearly 10 years of editorial experience covering fashion, beauty and lifestyle. After graduating with a journalism degree and working on the editorial and fashion teams for titles such as Grazia, Elle, Cosmopolitan and British Vogue, she moved into the luxury e-commerce sector, working as fashion assistant at TheOutnet.com styling for the social media channels and helping to develop the collections for the in-house brand Iris Ink. After expanding an assisting and styling portfolio that includes shooting talent such as Gigi Hadid, Victoria Beckham and Miquita Oliver, she also branched out into beauty, creating tried-and-tested reviews and diverse beauty content.In her role as shopping editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , Remy is interested in discovering new and exciting brands to share with theBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing readership and particularly loves uncovering hidden gems at affordable prices to make shopping accessible to everyone.Born and raised in Sheffield, Yorkshire, Remy moved to London in 2014 and lives in the Docklands with her partner and pug Billie.