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

Examples of athleisure in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Next, Jerry Lorenzo’s Fear Of God has unveiled a new Essentials collection filled with the brand’s signature neutral colors and luxe fabrics on simple athleisure silhouettes. —

Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 23 May 2024 Whether running to the store, heading to a workout class, or simply lounging on the couch, comfy leggings are my go-to athleisure look. —

Averi Baudler, Peoplemag, 13 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for athleisure

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