athleisure

noun

ath·lei·sure ˈath-ˌlē-zhər

-ˌle-,

-ˌlā-,

nonstandard ˈa-thə-

: casual clothing designed to be worn both for exercising and for general use

Of course, athleisure has lately become a fashion buzzword, a term intended to embrace the kind of clothing that a woman might be able to wear at work, to the gym, and then to dinner.—

Rob Haskell

—often used before another noun

Athleisure gear has reportedly unseated denim as the go-to clothing item of choice for teens.—

Nedra Rhone

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In any case, both companies’ athleisure products also serve as everyday casual fashion apparel. —

Michael Khouw, CNBC, 24 Oct. 2024 Gone were breezy two-pieces and flowing maxi dresses best suited to islands in Greece or the Balearics, and in were minimalist separates with an athleisure twist. —

Sarah Allard, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Oct. 2024 The long shopping thoroughfare has become a hub for premium athleisure clothing, with brands including Gymshark, Alo Yoga, Lululemon and On Running all located on the street. —

Samantha Conti, WWD, 31 Oct. 2024 The Refinery29 reader-favorite retailer has a gift shop full of athleisure essentials, lounge styles, and activewear accessories, many of which are priced under $100. —

Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 29 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for athleisure