Transitional dressing is made easy with the best sports-luxe buys in stores now…
Ok, so sports-luxe isn’t exactly new but it certainly isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The fashion elite and customers alike are in fact buying into the trend more and more. And with leather slip-on trainers, neoprene skater skirts and embroidered bomber jackets now in the offering, it’s no surprise that our obsession is far from over.
Perfect for adding edge to formal office attire or even the most paired-back of looks, sporty pieces such as a boxy scuba top or luxe leather backpack can instantly transform a look – and hence why fashion’s love affair is far from fading.
So as we’re in midst of that tricky period between summer sales and the temperature actually being appropriate for the new season stock, may we suggest sports-luxe as your go-to for effortlessly cool dressing.
Here’s our round-up to the best new sports-luxe pieces which are in store now, and can actually be worn now too.
Mesh panel jumpsuit
Sports-luxe is all about the details – just as this subtle mesh insert proves. Wear in the day with trainers and dress up with heels and a metal box bag by night.
£35.00
Embroidered bomber jacket
Sportswear doesn’t get much more luxe than this Topshop embroidered bomber. Wear with wide leg trousers a la Jonathan Saunders by day, and with a leather mini by night.
£65.00
Sweatshirt skirt
Now more than ever before the high street is upping its ante with high-tech fabrics, directional silhouettes and high-end finishes- just as this great H&M skirt proves.
£12.99
black ‘Elvira’ backpack
Perfect for squeezing in your heels, laptop, and just about everything else, make a black leather backpack your new go-to work bag.
£35.00
Scuba Floral top
Great for adding colour and a sporty edge to your look, why not team this great Dorothy Perkins top with a pair of distressed jeans for an unexpected boy-meets-girl twist.
£18.00
Leather plimsolls
One of the most versatile shoes you’ll ever own, these cool slip-on trainers will look as strong with a pair of dungarees as they will with a flared midi skirt, we promise.
£49.99
Toga white Neoprene sweater
Simple, understated and achingly cool, wear this mesh sweater with a chunky gold collar necklace and black cigarette pants for an evening look with a difference.
£215.00
Stella McCartney Baseball cap
It’s not exactly everyday attire but we’re totally crushing on this Stella McCartney baseball cap. We’re planning on channelling an off-duty model with white tee and skater skirt come the weekend…
£180.00
Whistles Navy Cropped top
This boxy Whistles top is perfect for adding a subtle sporty hint to your working wardrobe. Simply style with a high-waisted pencil skirt and some pointed toe pumps for a feminine take on the trend.
£95.00
Rounded frame sunglasses
Whether you’re hitting the beach, off to a festival or simply relaxing in the park with friends, these round frame sunnies are a great way to add some sporty surfer girl cool to anything from feminine dresses to distressed denim.
£12.00