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How to wear the Sportswear trend

DEAR BRONWYN,

I’ve been seeing this sportswear trend all over the magazines. It looks really good on the models, and I want to try it, but how to I do it without looking like an oddball? Jess

HI JESS, 

The sport chic trend is a really fun one to play around with, but you’re right – if you don’t wear it properly you’ll just look like you’re going to the gym.  The key with this trend is that it’s sport inspired, not actual sportswear per se. Look out for garments with sport-inspired details; toggles, pull-cords, exposed zips, click buckles and Velcro. Keep your eyes peeled for high performance fabrics and sleek sporty silhouettes – neoprene, high vis neons, grey sweat shirting, Lycra mixes and windproof fabrics. When wearing the sport chic look, don’t go head-to-toe in sportswear but mix a few items into your existing wardrobe. A basketball mesh top can look fantastic with black pants and nude heels. Try a neoprene mini skirt with a simple cotton T-shirt and a sporty watch.

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