Workout in style! New trend.

Feel the Burn!

Fitness fashion is reviving the Jane Fonda look. It’s back to belted thong leotards and braided headbands! There’s nothing like bygones in the fashion orbit.

The flashdance look

The girls have got it right, they want to look like a sporty barbie. Leotards, the fashion fad of Jane Fonda days and disco nights, are back in vogue. They’re selling like hotcakes in fashion stores, we’ve never seen so many girls flaunting leotards at gyms, dance studios and in concerts.

Why didn’t you notice, Beyonce flashing her taupe leotard for her performance in Addis Ababa!
Hollywood actress Mischa Barton confesses that she wants to play Supergirl so she can wear ‘skin-tight leotard’,“I’d love to wear skin-tight leotard, they’re pretty awesome.”

The lure of goggles at workout!

The aerobics fashion of 80s, has been revived and updated with new funky neon colours and goggles for workout.

The new jumping jacks love the modish look with the 80s inspired fashion craze like the braided hair bands and the ever comfy leotards, which is a snug attire that fits perfectly. We must say, it’s quite a must-have for dance zealots, the Royal Academy of Ballet UK has leotards as their compulsory dress. Anindita, a professional dance trainer, says, “Leotards give a professional look to the dancers. They are well-fitted and hence are hassle free while performing. While teaching dance, the movements become more visible and therefore prominent for learners. They can easily hold up to the vigorous dance steps.”

Even as the 80s strikes back, hypercolour T-shirts, spandex, side ponytails will all be back. Designer Puja Nayyar says, “But the big news will be about leotards and its adaptations that will be worn by everyone. Knitted leotards and leggings will look fabulous as they are fitted and extremely comfortable plus they are tailor-made for all body types. But don’t forget to accessorise yourself with headbands, big bags and goggles.”

As you get into shape this summer, your look is as important as your workout. Says Shajit Shamim from Reebok, “The sporty look is in. Bollywood celebs like Bipasha Basu and Preity Zinta are sporting it with elan. The shirts and tops are going to be longer and sexier. Fitness accessories like ankle aerobics shoes are going to be the in-thing as they look retro. Sports fashion will revolve more around colours and fabrics. Leotards are definitely going to make big in the market as it is a complete apparel

and has a style quotient attached to it. The comfort factor of leotards adds to its functional value.”


Cool accessories that work!

Ultimately, it’s time to accessorise. Cool chic fitness accessories are the fashion mantra for this season. Designer Ritu Kumar suggests, “Headbands, sporty shoes, pretty socks

and towels will be in demand. While the wardrobe of fitness freaks will have fabrics like cotton, lycra and jerseys, as they breathe easy and don’t come in your way while exercising. The 80s inspired leotards will be big. They are pretty comfortable especially while running.”

So, when you hit the gym or try to learn some cha cha cha, look fabulous with the multiple fashion options. For fitness expert Leena Mogre, bodysuits (a leotard like garment) will be a rage in gyms, “With plethora of fitness options at their disposal, women want to look their best. The good old track pants in cotton lycra look great. Dresses like body suits

that have a crochet at the snapshots have become a fad for gym enthusiasts.”