The concept of “work/life balance” is more than a trend—it’s a way of life. We might duck out from our office to take a lunchtime spin class, but we also don’t mind answering some emails or reading a report in the evening as we de-stress in our hot tub.

Indeed, an active, sports-based lifestyle is more than just a hobby. For many, training and participating in athletic pursuits help them feel healthy and energetic. So, how can you easily transition from work to work out without a wardrobe change?

The Blend Comes to Fashion

Those who crave activity typically gravitate toward the comfort and practicality that today’s high-performance activewear provides. However, in the past it hasn’t always easy to combine this style with other occasions, as athleisure was usually deemed too casual for meetings, happy hour, or brunch. It’s no wonder the newest fashion mash-up – workleisure – has become the latest rage.

What is Work Leisure?

Finally that dynamic of blending work and life is extending to our fashion: Enter workleisure, a style of sportswear suitable for both recreation and the office. Workleisure takes the technical and breathable fabrics of sportswear and incorporates them into work-appropriate looks like blazers, dresses, and pants that are a step up from leggings.

Many fashion brands now offer clothing lines that look pulled together enough for a professional setting but are comfortable enough for the gym. The result: Outfits with elegant cuts and colors that retain the comfort of workout clothing. 

 

Top choices include Lycra pencil skirts, lightly flared stretch trousers, and breathable blouses: You’ll be captivated by how the look allows you to move with ease and comfort, while still appearing professional and chic.

Workleisure as a Summer Fashion Option

Why not try workleisure on for size during your spring and summer wardrobe refresh? It’s the perfect solution for the woman who’s active yet stylish, and wants to feel fashionable and comfortable no matter where the day takes her.

Of course, no matter how comfortable your clothing, nothing compares to the sensation of slipping on your bathing suit and sliding into your Jacuzzi® hot tub. Check out our Inspiration Gallery for ideas on how to incorporate a hot tub inside or outside, whatever your preference.