Get Your Fit On With These Singaporean Activewear Brands
Multifunctional and purposeful, activewear has become an excellent option for your workouts and an outfit choice for a day out. Here are some of the best local options to try.
Demand for athleisure has been going through the roof since the pandemic. We’ve seen the activewear industry flourishing as more have decided to pick up a healthy and active lifestyle during the lockdown. The combination of minimalism and functionality has enabled activewear to become a multifaceted line of garments, especially in the sweltering heat of Singapore.
With its comfortability, activewear has now become a choice for casual wear — throw on a coordinated set with a black blazer or a sweater to amp up your look for a day of errands or work. These feel-good workout attire continue to push for body positivity, boosting the confidence and empowerment of the wearer.
Besides the outer appearance of items, the quality and performance play a huge part in activewear as well. Giving functionality to fashion are moisture-wicking, durable, odour-resistant and stretch texturing properties, which are essential when you're looking for athletic apparel that can take you effortlessly through a spin class or brunch with your girlfriends.
The local activewear scene has been growing tremendously. The community has been soaring of late, with founders and proponents generating discussions on their personal journeys, mindfulness and healthy living. Here’s a roundup of some of the homegrown activewear brands that offer something unique, from size-inclusivity to eco-friendly alternatives that won’t break the bank.
MYË
Feeling good, looking good and doing good — that is what MYË has perfected in its sustainable activewear. Building toward a better world and future, MYË makes its activewear from recycled plastic bottles, breathing new life into non-biodegradable plastic waste. Repurposing this waste material has enforced a conscious manufacturing process as well, where the apparel is produced in small batches to avoid unnecessary wastage or overproduction. Ranging from different bra tops, leggings to shorts, its items have subtle detailing like mesh panels and asymmetrical designs to add a touch of edginess.
Aphy Active
Community first, brand second — Aphy Active strongly believes in the importance of building a close-knit relationship from within. The brand has grown to become popular among the younger generation by elevating the activewear game day by day. Made up of a small group of talented individuals, Aphy Active focuses on ethical practices, while emphasising the form and function of active apparel. Its sports bras and leggings are designed with 77 percent recycled Repreve Nylon, repurposed from post-consumer waste and post-industrial waste fibres.
Aside from activewear, Aphy designs aesthetically modern leisurewear like sweatshirts and shorts to complete the sporty look, making these items perfect for home or lunch out. To complete the athleisure look, uniquely designed tote bags are also available to store your daily essentials.
butter.
Smooth and silky, butter.’s signature materials BaseCore and BaseFlex are high performing and comfortable for everyday wear. With a long line of designs and colours — its sports bra, leggings and shorts range from sizes XXS to XXL — you can definitely find something for everyone. Options from butter. include those for high intensity and lower intensity workouts, catering to the different needs in one’s workout regime. With its minimal and clean design, these pieces double as great casual wear too. On days off, opt for these laidback styles of sweat shorts and shirts to remain in a comfy and breathable ensemble to keep you cool.
