23 Matching Workout Sets That Will Inspire You to Up Your Fitness Game in 2021
We thought workout sets were once reserved for the celebs and influencers in our Instagram feed. But now, matching leggings and bras have gone fully mainstream. Seriously, half our Zoom yoga class was wearing one on Monday. And we can see why: A matching workout outfit actually helps us get in the mood to do downward facing dog (or burpees!). So get rid of your ratty college T-shirts and ripped shorts and upgrade to these workout sets that are both cute and comfortable.
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1. The Red Bandier X Solid & Striped Kit
Swimwear maker Solid & Striped teamed up with workout wear experts Bandier to make this red-and-orange top and leggings duo that has the zippered bra detail and belted waist that's a nod to surf gear. And good news for fans of matching sets: While you can buy the top and leggings separately, there's a discount when purchasing them as a duo.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL
2. CARBON38 Patent Double V Bra
Made in a compression fabric that has a faux-leather coating, this bra comes in a classic plunging V-neck that's mirrored in the back. It works for everything from spin class to a night out dancing.
Available in sizes XXS to L
CARBON38 Patent High Rise 7/8 Legging
The faux patent leather coating on these leggings is thick enough to hold you in, but not so tight that you're going to feel suffocated. Our suggestion? Dress them up or down and wear them outside your workout spaces
Available in sizes XXS to S
3. Alo Swirl Two-Way Crop Tank
In the "why don't more workout tops do this" department, may we present this two-in-one top. You can wear the tank side forward for times when you want a little more coverage, or flip it around so that the draped twisted side makes a low V-neck, so you can show a little more skin. This is a lightweight shirt so you'll need to put a workout bra underneath; but layering it over the cuts and colors of pieces you already own will make this piece even more versatile.
Available in sizes XS to L
Alo High Waist Moto Leggings
Pintucked panels and mesh inserts in a moto-pant configuration are now a standard design in workout wear, but Alo pioneered the look. The brand's uber-flattering iteration of the style keeps any extra fabric to a minimum so that your own shape is shown off.
Available in sizes XXS to L
4. Gymshark Chalk Sport Bra
Innovative design alert: This cross-top bra has a unique adjustable fastening to the underband that lets you tighten and lift to your satisfaction. The back has a mesh insert that further stabilizes you from too much bounce.
Available in sizes XS to XL
Gymshark Chalk Leggings
These leggings have all the bells and whistles: Lightweight green poly-and-elastine fabric from recycled sources, mesh panelling, pockets and a new waistband with a side adjustment you can let it out, if you need a little bit more breathing room, or tighten up, if you want some added support.
Available in sizes from XS to XL
5. Phat Buddha Bedford Tie Dye Top
A ribbed hem, racerback design and lined, padded cups keep this graphically bold top in place.
Available in XS/S and M/L
Phat Buddha Stuyvesant Leggings
Soft ribbed jersey and a double-layer waistband make this comfy, while the black-and-white pattern is graphic enough to be fashion-forward day wear when worn with an oversized white button-down shirt.
Available in sizes xs/s to m/l
6. NEW BALANCE X STAUD Staud Tee
The cute cropped shape and mock turtleneck of this T-shirt, along with its fabrication in a 71 percent recycled poly fabric, make it way more stylish than any other T-shirt in your workout collection.
Available in sizes XS to XL
NEW BALANCE X STAUD Biker Short
You've been doing lunges, squats, and on and on. Why not wear these bright blue bike shorts to attract attention to the results of all your hard work?
Available in sizes XS to M
7. Girlfriend Collective Simone Bra
Is your workout apparel comfort zone firmly in the black-Lycra or navy blue separates place? Expand your horizons without going full mesh or neon (right away, anyway) with a set in a moss green. It's neutral, but it's not. We precict this supportive bra, with built-in cups, criss-cross back, adjustable straps and support band is going to become your new go-to workout top.
Available in sizes XXS to 6XL
Girlfriend Collective High-Rise Pocket Legging
Made from recycled water bottles, this brand's leggings are beloved for their wide range of colors, inclusive sizing and simple, utilitarian chic silhouettes. These leggings have dual side pockets for stashing your keys and phone, and you can choose between 28.5 and 23 3/4 inseams—and at this price point, you know you want to give them a try.
Available in sizes XXS to 6XL
8. ACTICS SPORT SEAMLESS 2 Piece Set Legging & Padded Racerback Sports Bra
Value-priced (and loved, with 180 five-star ratings on Amazon), this set has an ombré colorway that's trending in athleisure, and is thick enough material to be squat-proof but still cool. Also, the long-line top is nice for days when you don't want to bare too much skin, and it offers ample support in addition to removable pads.
Available in sizes X-Small/Small to Large/X-Large
9. Beach Riot Twist Top
This racerback, twist-front style has so much going on, all of it alluring. There's the animal print, the soft micronylon-spandex blend and that cute little cutout between the band and the cups.
Available in sizes XS to L
Beach Riot Piper Legging
“This legging is so cool and sexy” says one happy reviewer, who adds that not only do these leggings look great, they feel smooth against her skin. Not to mention, the super-high rise waist is rather flattering.
Available in sizes XS to XL
10. Core 10 Women's Studiotech Icon Series 'Ruffle' Yoga Bralette
The feminine ruffle strap detail and strappy cross-back design in this medium weight poly-elastane fabric makes this suitable for everything from dance to yoga to sunbathing in the park. It's so flattering, yet provides enough support for up to a C-cup, that we're thinking this Amazon brand has inspired the swimsuit top style we'll be searching for come summer.
Available in sizes XS, L, XL
Core 10 Women's Studiotech Icon Series High Waist 'Eyelet' Yoga Legging
A tiny little accent ruffle runs up the side seam of this legging, adding a fashionable and feminine element to an already cozy item. There's also an inner pocket for stashing a key or credit card, so you don't have to wear a fanny pack and break up your cute outfit.
Available in sizes M to 3X
11. Sweaty Betty Stamina Longline Sports Bra
One staff workout fiend says the longline shape doesn't feel too bare, and this seamless style supports up to a C-cup with sweat-wicking dependability.
Available in Sizes S to XL
Sweaty Betty Power Pocket Workout Leggings
There's a handy back pocket for your phone if you want to go running in these, or just stash it while doing laundry. Not to mention, the bottom half of this set was specially designed to sculpt your rear end.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL
12. CRZ YOGA Women's Cute Yoga Wirefree Sports Bras
Removable padded cups and a web of fetching straps in the back make this sports bra actually pretty—and in basic black, you can wear it with any number of leggings already in your athleisure collection.
Available in sizes XS to XL
CRZ YOGA Women's Quick Dry Casual Beach Board Shorts
Lucky enough to have a jog along the sand in your training regimen? Or just want to look like you do? These polyester-Spandex blend shorts are styled like men's surf trunks, to enable maximum movement, but still more coverage than the usual woman's swimsuit bottom.
Available in sizes XX-Small to X-Large
13. Athleta Legend Zip-Front Bra A-C
A special collaboration between Allyson Felix and Athleta, this bra has a bonded chestband to support your chest without any added bulk, and the zip-front is not only stylish, it's great to unzip for letting in air after running drills.
Available in sizes XS to XL
Athleta Legend Mesh 7/8 Tight
Lots of technical know-how went into these leggings, from the recycled nylon with supportive compression to the zipper at the hem that allows for easy slip on-and-off over shoes. But we like these because the big swoosh design down the leg makes us look streamlined.
Available in XXS, S, L and XL, as well as tall, petite and plus sizes
14. Girlfriend Collective May Crossover Nursing Bra
This substantial yet comfortable classic crossover nursing bra is so soft and stretchy, it will fit your fluctuating cup sizes. As well as look super fab at Mommy and me yoga.
Available in sizes XXS, XS, S and 6XL
Girlfriend Collective Seamless Maternity Bike Shorts
Super-soft, stretchy and lightweight, these bike shorts let you get some exercise in without trying to get your feet into the tiny leg openings of full-length leggings. And the plum color is oh-so-pretty.
Available in sizes XXS to 5XL
15. MPG CRAVE GLOSSY ALLIGATOR PRINT Bra Top
This shiny reptile print top comes in a flattering rosy hue, and it's fitted with a bra liner so you're good to go for medium-to-high intensity workouts.
Available in sizes XS to XL
MPG CRAVE GLOSSY ALLIGATOR PRINT High Waisted 7/8 Legging
The four-way stretch keeps you comfortable while the compression, wide waistband and 25-inch inseam flatter your curves without binding you.
Available in sizes XS to XL
16. Old Navy Medium Support Powersoft Sports Bra
The light compression fabric is buttery soft and the ink spot pattern is super cute. We like that the racerback straps are wide enough that they don't cut into our skin but are still thin enough to be flattering to our shoulder and chest area.
Available in sizes XS to XXL
Old Navy Dolphin-Hem Run Shorts for Women
Matching workout looks aren't just for leggings sets anymore; there are also lots of cute shorts-and-bra tops we're seeing for jogging and park-based cross fit training sessions. These have a three-inch inseam and an integrated brief liner, so you're well covered.
Available in sizes S to XXL
17. Adam Selman Sport Top and Leggings
This checked top and leggings outfit can be purchased separately, or together for a noticeable savings. Not to mention, the high-waisted compression leggings have a hidden soft elastic waistband and a lined panty that adds a little lift. And the top has a distinctive, and super-flattering neckline which will also pairs well with high-waisted trousers—because all of life is not a sweaty affair.
Available in sizes XS to L
18. Adidas Three-Stripes Tee
It's a classic look that never gets old, and thanks to the boxy fit, when we wear it with track pants, this sports shirt is part of an outfit that's way more forgiving than those stretchy tops-and-leggings.
Available in sizes XS, S and L
Adidas DANIËLLE CATHARI TRACK PANTS
Let's say you're going to pick up your bestie Billie Eilish for a Zumba class. These pants are what she would be wearing. And you would be thinking, why can't I look as cool as she does?
Available in sizes XS to L
19. Twenty Montreal Colorsphere LS Crop Top
Twenty Montreal's custom milled colorsphere fabric has an iridescence that dances with color when you dance, or move or even simply shift your weight. The long sleeve top is another optic trick, because all that coverage draws your eye to your midsection and accentuates your shape.
Available in Sizes XS to L
Twenty Montreal Colorsphere Legging
The crossed waistline was big athleisure news on TikTok because the style is flattering on all shapes; here the iridescent performance fabric makes it look luxe.
Available in Sizes XS to L
20. Gymshark Flex Sports Set
Flex Sports Long Sleeve Crop Top
The long-sleeve crop top is a new shape in fitness wear, pairing especially well with matching high-waisted leggings. Gymshark's lightweight version comes in seven shades of seamless polymide, each one shaded to flatter your figure (for example, darker yarn shades under the bust to accentuate your curves).
Available in sizes XS to XL
Gymshark Flex Cycling Shorts
Bike shorts are a challenge to make look stylish, but this version from Gymshark rises to the occasion with sweat-wicking fabric that hugs your curves without bunching and a wide waistband that doesn't cinch your abdomen unflatteringly. "I have a bigger lower body and they pull everything in so I can go running without everything bouncing about," one reviewer says.
Available in sizes XS to L
21. Zella Washed Tie Dye Studio T-Shirt
Let's say you don't feel like showing off every inch of your body when you work out. (We don't blame you.) This loose t-shirt is made of soft modal-blend fabric, and looks cute thanks to its hazy print and the curved high-low hem. It's so light and flowy that you can still see the shape of your body as you move, but the fabric drape is forgiving.
Available in Sizes XX-Small to X-Large
Zella High Waist Studio Lite Pocket 7/8 Leggings
These leggings get high marks for not only performance, but also value. "A thick material that holds everything in place when I move and it isn’t see-through," opines one user, who has switched to wearing only Zella leggings. Side pockets make them great for stashing your keys on runs.
Available in sixes XXS to XL
22. Outdoor Voices Doing Things Bra
Made from Outdoor Voice’s breathable TechSweat fabric, this racerback style will support you no matter what. One PureWow editor admits to owning the Doing Things Bra in four colors, and claims it’s the only one she trusts to keep her feeling comfortable on long runs.
Available in sizes XXS to XXXL
Outdoor Voices Flex 7/8 Legging
The brand dubs these your go-to leggings for high sweat activities, thanks to lightweight, breathable TechSweat™ fabric. The waistband hits just at the belly button and 25-inch inseam fits a range of leg lengths, from being a full-length on the shorter folks to a mid-calf style on taller people.
Available in sizes S to XXXL
23. Onzie Warrior Halter Sports Bra
Just one look at this bra and you can tell it doesn’t mess around. The halter style and thick bottom band offer ample support, while the strappy back adds a little personality to your Vinyasa look. And the dreamy marble pattern? To die for.
Available in sizes S/M to L/L
Onzie High Rise Basic Legging
Psst, the bottom half of this set is on sale right now at Verishop. These leggings boast an extra-wide waistband that doesn’t budge (and offers just a touch of tummy shaping).
Available in sizes L to XL