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Athleisure: meaning, definitions and examples

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athleisure

[ ˈæθliːʒər ]

Noun

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fashion trend

Athleisure is a style of clothing that combines athletic wear with casual wear, designed to be worn both for exercising and for general use. It is characterized by comfortable, functional pieces that are suitable for a workout but also stylish enough for everyday activities.

Synonyms

athletic leisurewear, sporty casualwear.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
athleisure	Suitable for general conversation when talking about fashion trends that combine athletic and casual wear. Used in both everyday and slightly more formal discussions. Athleisure has become very popular as more people look for comfortable yet stylish clothing options. Many brands are now developing athleisure lines to meet the growing demand.
athletic leisurewear	More suitable for formal or specific contexts such as fashion articles, marketing, or detailed descriptions. It directly references clothing designed for both athletic activities and casual wear. The new collection of athletic leisurewear is designed to provide comfort and flexibility whether you are working out or relaxing. Athletic leisurewear often features fabrics that wick away moisture and provide breathability.
sporty casualwear	Suitable for describing clothing that is sporty and casual but may not specifically imply performance-focused or technical aspects. Often used in everyday conversation. For our weekend hike, I prefer sporty casualwear that keeps me comfortable and looks stylish. Her wardrobe is filled with sporty casualwear, perfect for her active lifestyle.

Word

Description / Examples

athleisure

Suitable for general conversation when talking about fashion trends that combine athletic and casual wear. Used in both everyday and slightly more formal discussions.

Athleisure has become very popular as more people look for comfortable yet stylish clothing options.
Many brands are now developing athleisure lines to meet the growing demand.

athletic leisurewear

More suitable for formal or specific contexts such as fashion articles, marketing, or detailed descriptions. It directly references clothing designed for both athletic activities and casual wear.

The new collection of athletic leisurewear is designed to provide comfort and flexibility whether you are working out or relaxing.
Athletic leisurewear often features fabrics that wick away moisture and provide breathability.

sporty casualwear

Suitable for describing clothing that is sporty and casual but may not specifically imply performance-focused or technical aspects. Often used in everyday conversation.

For our weekend hike, I prefer sporty casualwear that keeps me comfortable and looks stylish.
Her wardrobe is filled with sporty casualwear, perfect for her active lifestyle.

Examples of usage

Many people enjoy wearing athleisure outfits to the gym.
She rocked an athleisure look with leggings and a stylish hoodie.
The athleisure trend has become increasingly popular in recent years.

Translations

Translations of the word "athleisure" in other languages:

🇵🇹 roupa atlética casual

🇮🇳 एथलीजर

🇩🇪 Freizeitbekleidung im Athleisure-Stil

🇮🇩 pakaian athleisure

🇺🇦 атлетичний повсякденний одяг

🇵🇱 odzież sportowa casual

🇯🇵 アスリージャー

🇫🇷 vêtements athleisure

🇪🇸 ropa athleisure

🇹🇷 atleisure giyim

🇰🇷 애슬레저

🇸🇦 ملابس رياضية كاجوال

🇨🇿 athleisure oblečení

🇸🇰 athleisure oblečenie

🇨🇳 运动休闲装

🇸🇮 športno-elegantna oblačila

🇮🇸 íþróttaflík

🇰🇿 атлетика-кәжуул киімі

🇬🇪 სპორტული ყოველდღიური ტანისამოსი

🇦🇿 idman geyimi

🇲🇽 ropa athleisure

Etymology

The term 'athleisure' was coined in the early 21st century, reflecting a societal shift towards valuing comfort and versatility in clothing. As people started to prioritize health and wellness, the demand for clothing that seamlessly transitioned from the gym to everyday life grew. Athleisure has since become a dominant trend in the fashion industry, with major brands incorporating athletic elements into their designs.