Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I hate to exercise, and one of the issues is changing into workout clothes, then changing back. I don't actually have enough time to even do a 20 minute walk, much less change twice. With this in mind, I am considering purchasing workout clothing that looks decent and tidy enough to wear in public to run errands. My usually wardrobe is a pair of jeans and a trim fit v-neck t-shirt,so I am not super picky. I do not own nor wear leggings, I don't like the way they look on my and their are no shirts long enough to go to mid thigh that do not balloon around me and make me look huge. I am tall and have a 36 DDD bust, so anything flowy makes me look pregnant. So, is there a workout pant with a v-neck shirt that would suffice for something like a 2 mile walk or TTAPP or yoga, but still allow me to leave the house and run to the store without changing? I have a pair of yoga pants, but never ever leave the house with them on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Could you just work out in your regular clothes? I ride my bike to work and I just wear deodorant and my work clothes... Old Navy has a lot of stretchable work pants, etc. I unbutton my white blouses. I also sometimes roll up the button up shirt and ride in in my camisol under a biking vest. Putting on a vest over my cami is not time-consuming at all. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wintermom Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I get most of my active wear at Costco. It's pretty good quality, inexpensive and they have no change rooms so I don't feel obligated to try on anything, I've gotten to know my size, and don't have to return things very often. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 The Danskin line (available at Walmart) has some really cute items and a wide variety (in style and fit) of pants. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Sleep in your workout clothes and get your walk in before you shower and get dressed? I spend a lot of days in workout clothes. If I teach a 7 p.m. dance class, I will wear my “dance pants†all day. I just wear a fitted T with them. Black pants are black pants; it doesn’t matter too much what they’re made of so it might as well be comfortable. You can get yoga-type pants in a matte black and those don’t look so work-outish under a normal top. I’m lucky enough to have a local dance boutique that sells clothes so comfortable and stylish that even my lawyer friend wears them to work, but that’s pretty location specific. You could also experiment with jeggings. They’re pretty great when you need to work out, then want to pull on boots and go in public 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El... Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Have you ever looked at the Athleta catalog or website? It's (very, IMO) pricey, but the outfits might give you ideas about ways to dress things up. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 For my job I often wear a sports bra, athletic top, and leggings with something more dressy over the top. My favourite thing is a short wool tunic and black knee-high boots. When I run after work, I just take off the boots and tunic, and put on a warm top and trainers (sneakers). For a brisk walk, I just put on trainers with whatever I am wearing. Most days I walk at lunchtimes and for that I just wear my office clothes plus trainers. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MEmama Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Google athleisure to get a sense of how to pull comfortable, stylish outfits together. Leggings are a practical first layer. Pair them with a cute top and an easy skirt, then add sneakers or boots depending on your activity/look you are going for. You are now ready to go for a walk, go to the grocery, get on the floor with the kids, go to a school meeting or work, meet for coffee, have a date night, ride a bike...and if you remove the skirt (depending), workout at the gym. It's an easy, versatile uniform and nearly always appropriate and grown up. There are so many comfortable, workout ready pants that look nice. It's all how you pull an outfit together. The metro pants from Athleta are just one example. I wear those to the office with a fitted t and a modern cardigan. Pair with black sneakers, boots, or Mary Janes depending on my mood, and a nice necklace or infinity scarf. Pulled together, stylish, and as comfortable as sweat pants. :) Also, cardigans are a great way to rein in flowy blouses. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 (edited) Since I dress on a daily basis like this, I guess I can add something here :laugh: I love nice, black leggings. The thick ones that aren't see through. This is practically a uniform for me. Then you put on a solid colored, fitting workout tank. This is your workout outfit but now we will layer over it. I usually layer a shirt and cardigan or a dress and cardigan. In the hotter months, skip the cardigan. I slide on some boots or cute shoes and then just need to change into athletic shoes for working out. You can also throw on a scarf or necklace. I wear this sort of outfit to work even when I am not working out. It really doesn't look like workout clothes at all until you strip the top layers and change the shoes. Warning: Dressing like this gets addictive and other things just aren't comfortable anymore :lol: Edited February 9, 2018 by Attolia 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Google athleisure to get a sense of how to pull comfortable, stylish outfits together. Leggings are a practical first layer. Pair them with a cute top and an easy skirt, then add sneakers or boots depending on your activity/look you are going for. You are now ready to go for a walk, go to the grocery, get on the floor with the kids, go to a school meeting or work, meet for coffee, have a date night, ride a bike...and if you remove the skirt (depending), workout at the gym. It's an easy, versatile uniform and nearly always appropriate and grown up. There are so many comfortable, workout ready pants that look nice. It's all how you pull an outfit together. The metro pants from Athleta are just one example. I wear those to the office with a fitted t and a modern cardigan. Pair with black sneakers, boots, or Mary Janes depending on my mood, and a nice necklace or infinity scarf. Pulled together, stylish, and as comfortable as sweat pants. :) Also, cardigans are a great way to rein in flowy blouses. Haha, I posted and then read yours. We basically wear the same uniform :lol: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almondbutterandjelly Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 We love these at our house: Nike Vintage Capri. They are not tight like leggings (make sure you try them on though, because I accidentally got tight ones at Kohl's) and are fairly flattering. Plus Size: https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/nike-womens-sportswear-vintage-gym-plus-size-capri-pant#repChildCatid=5019719 Not plus size: https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/nike-womens-gym-vintage-capri-pant-105961271#repChildCatid=4165648 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Bean has a couple different fits on their perfect fit pants. Here's the straight cut: https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/56777?page=perfect-fit-pants-straight-leg Paring that pant with a comfortable sleeveless top and any sort of sweater or jacket would feel like sweats but look more put together. And if you wanted to look more sporty you could pair with an athletic jacket, hoodie, or fleece. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 I need to add that I am not skinny -- :) I look like a sausage in leggings. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 Bean has a couple different fits on their perfect fit pants. Here's the straight cut: https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/56777?page=perfect-fit-pants-straight-leg Paring that pant with a comfortable sleeveless top and any sort of sweater or jacket would feel like sweats but look more put together. And if you wanted to look more sporty you could pair with an athletic jacket, hoodie, or fleece. These look great! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solascriptura Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I need to add that I am not skinny -- :) I look like a sausage in leggings. I hear ya. I’m small but my legs are muscular and short. I can’t do yoga pants at all. I stick with joggers and they’re perfect. My usual outfit is a pair of joggers with a top and a Northface puffer vest. Joggers look a bit more stylish than a pair of sweats and a puffer vest looks more intentional than a sweatshirt. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 (edited) The Danskin line (available at Walmart) has some really cute items and a wide variety (in style and fit) of pants. I wear my Danskin straight-leg pants almost every weekend in and out of the house—and it's one of the few types I can find in petite/short lengths. Edited February 10, 2018 by Word Nerd 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Maybe something like these? https://www.titlenine.com/product/copenhagen-pant-regular-212003.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn https://www.titlenine.com/product/long-sleeve-samba-v-t-shirt-solid-452510.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Bean has a couple different fits on their perfect fit pants. Here's the straight cut: https://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/56777?page=perfect-fit-pants-straight-leg Paring that pant with a comfortable sleeveless top and any sort of sweater or jacket would feel like sweats but look more put together. And if you wanted to look more sporty you could pair with an athletic jacket, hoodie, or fleece. Wow, do those give you enough freedom of movement for things like yoga? They look like ordinary pants! Might have to try those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Wow, do those give you enough freedom of movement for things like yoga? They look like ordinary pants! Might have to try those. I am a terrible judge of that. I have very short arms and yoga tends to infuriate me, but I know lots of other women on the board wear them too. If more people don't chime in, perhaps you could start a spin off thread? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I am a terrible judge of that. I have very short arms and yoga tends to infuriate me, but I know lots of other women on the board wear them too. If more people don't chime in, perhaps you could start a spin off thread? Oh, it's fine. I don't actually do yoga anyway. :lol: I mentioned that only because the OP had mentioned it. But basically they are more flexible and give you more freedom of movement than a "standard" constructed pant with a zipper, though they pretty much look like a standard pant, right? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katy Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Unless you buy the cordoroy ones you can get in the fall, I think they look like nice knit pants. But they're still knit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAJinBE Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I like these ideas, but I think a sport bra all day would be uncomfortable. When it gets light out early enough I can get dressed straight into my workout clothes, workout, shower and dress for the day. But in the cold, dark months I have trouble forcing myself to change into work out clothing for a lunch time workout. It just seems so inefficient. I think I'll try some of these ideas and look for more comfortable sport bras. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 I like these ideas, but I think a sport bra all day would be uncomfortable. When it gets light out early enough I can get dressed straight into my workout clothes, workout, shower and dress for the day. But in the cold, dark months I have trouble forcing myself to change into work out clothing for a lunch time workout. It just seems so inefficient. I think I'll try some of these ideas and look for more comfortable sport bras. If you find one, let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 I wear my Danskin straight-leg pants almost every weekend in and out of the house—and it's one of the few types I can find in petite/short lengths. I wonder if these come in talls. Will have to look! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 Maybe something like these? https://www.titlenine.com/product/copenhagen-pant-regular-212003.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn https://www.titlenine.com/product/long-sleeve-samba-v-t-shirt-solid-452510.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn Love these! I had not heard of Title Nine, thanks! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pawz4me Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I like these ideas, but I think a sport bra all day would be uncomfortable. When it gets light out early enough I can get dressed straight into my workout clothes, workout, shower and dress for the day. But in the cold, dark months I have trouble forcing myself to change into work out clothing for a lunch time workout. It just seems so inefficient. I think I'll try some of these ideas and look for more comfortable sport bras. I wear sports bras all the time. Hanes Champion medium support, not the super support ones. I don't even own any other kind (which shows how often I get dressed up ;)). I find them to be way more comfortable than any regular bras I've ever worn. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I wear sports bras all the time. Hanes Champion medium support, not the super support ones. I don't even own any other kind (which shows how often I get dressed up ;)). I find them to be way more comfortable than any regular bras I've ever worn. I was kind of confused by that comment too. My sports bras tend to be much more comfortable than my everyday underpinnings. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I find sports bras to be less comfortable than other bras, too. Maybe mine are too tight? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I find sports bras to be less comfortable than other bras, too. Maybe mine are too tight? So do I! I feel like a good bra offers lift and support, while a sports bra just smashes them against your chest. :lol: I don't wear them any longer than I have to. But if I'm buying the wrong kind, someone please educate me! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Unless you buy the cordoroy ones you can get in the fall, I think they look like nice knit pants. But they're still knit. Gotcha. Thanks, Katy! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Maybe something like these? https://www.titlenine.com/product/copenhagen-pant-regular-212003.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn https://www.titlenine.com/product/long-sleeve-samba-v-t-shirt-solid-452510.do?sortby=ourPicks&refType=&from=fn Love these too! I've saved them to my Pinterest for the next time I'm traveling. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shellydon Posted February 9, 2018 Author Share Posted February 9, 2018 I wear sports bras all the time. Hanes Champion medium support, not the super support ones. I don't even own any other kind (which shows how often I get dressed up ;)). I find them to be way more comfortable than any regular bras I've ever worn. Those do not come any where near to big enough for some of us. Or supporting enough to keep things above the belly button. Ahem. :) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 I need to add that I am not skinny -- :) I look like a sausage in leggings. Are you certain about that? Even with a dress or long shirt/cardigan? I am not a skinny girl. I am not plus sized but I am far from skinny. I hope I pull it off ok. If not then please, oh please, just don't tell me. Ignorance is bliss :lol: 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted February 9, 2018 Share Posted February 9, 2018 Kohl’s tekgear is really nice and if this matters to you- workout pants with pockets. Not all of their brand do but most of it does. I love these pants. I can ice skate, do yoga and still look good to go to a meeting in them. Athleta is great too but watch for sales. BJ’s carries RBX brand that is very nice. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 (edited) Kohl’s tekgear is really nice and if this matters to you- workout pants with pockets. Not all of their brand do but most of it does. I love these pants. I can ice skate, do yoga and still look good to go to a meeting in them. Athleta is great too but watch for sales. BJ’s carries RBX brand that is very nice. Ok, I know that I am a legging pant addict but I have some Tek Gear workout leggings with pockets that are thick and amazing. Love, love, love them. I have two pair just like this ..... https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-3077764/womens-tek-gear-jacquard-leggings.jsp?color=Black%20Navy%20Romance&prdPV=1 Edited February 10, 2018 by Attolia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I really like Tek Gear leggings, too. They last forever. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lawana Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I wonder if these come in talls. Will have to look! I wear these all the time: I am 5' 9" with average proportions height wise and the regular length is fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I've had my eye on a few things from Lou and Grey. They can be a bit pricey, but Loft has good sales: https://www.loft.com/lg-pants/cat1970010 I was thinking about buying a pair of cosmic joggers and the upstate sweats. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lewber Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 My go to are these pants https://m.zappos.com/p/lucy-everyday-pant-ii/product/8017430 With black nikes. This bra. Is. awesome. And very comfortable. https://m.zappos.com/p/cw-x-stabilyx-running-bra-black/product/8255668/color/3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bibiche Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 So do I! I feel like a good bra offers lift and support, while a sports bra just smashes them against your chest. :lol: I don't wear them any longer than I have to. But if I'm buying the wrong kind, someone please educate me! Panache makes a great, very supportive sports bra that doesn't give one smooshed uniboob. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Panache makes a great, very supportive sports bra that doesn't give one smooshed uniboob. Thanks! I have a couple of Panache bras but I've never tried their sports bras. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CAJinBE Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 Okay, I see that there are a lot more choices in sports bras than the Nike ones I've been using. I also don't run anymore so I think I could get by with less support. Sounds like a good excuse to go shopping! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
appyonthebeach Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I wear my Danskin straight-leg pants almost every weekend in and out of the house—and it's one of the few types I can find in petite/short lengths. I like these pants too. They are somewhat similar to the llbean pants posted above and the lands end starfish pants, except that the fabric of the danskin pants isn't quite as nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephanier.1765 Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I've had my eye on a few things from Lou and Grey. They can be a bit pricey, but Loft has good sales: https://www.loft.com/lg-pants/cat1970010 I was thinking about buying a pair of cosmic joggers and the upstate sweats. I really wanted to buy a pair because it said extra 40% off but the shopping cart wouldn't give it to me. When I asked Live Chat, they told me it was only for the color black which is crap since it showed the discount under every color. Ugh. Sometimes I really hate shopping online. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooksandBoys Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 So do I! I feel like a good bra offers lift and support, while a sports bra just smashes them against your chest. :lol: I don't wear them any longer than I have to. But if I'm buying the wrong kind, someone please educate me! I wear sports bras 99% of the time, but I opt for an underwire style, so, minimal crushing (I’m not small....it’s either underwire or crush for me). The Maia style by Movibg Comfort/Brooks is my favorite. It’s super comfortable, much more so than any traditional bra I’ve owned since having children. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I really wanted to buy a pair because it said extra 40% off but the shopping cart wouldn't give it to me. When I asked Live Chat, they told me it was only for the color black which is crap since it showed the discount under every color. Ugh. Sometimes I really hate shopping online. I don't think I've ever noticed them singling out a color to put on sale. The rest will be on sale eventually, but hopefully the size I want doesn't sell out. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jyhwkmama Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 For all of you unfamiliar with Title 9, I just want to say that they make the absolute best sports bras ever. Only where wearing one of theirs can I do high impact activity. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greta Posted February 10, 2018 Share Posted February 10, 2018 I wear sports bras 99% of the time, but I opt for an underwire style, so, minimal crushing (I’m not small....it’s either underwire or crush for me). The Maia style by Movibg Comfort/Brooks is my favorite. It’s super comfortable, much more so than any traditional bra I’ve owned since having children. Thanks, I’ll try that one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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