Let's get Physical

I've just handed over Sussex Style, the society that I've been running at uni for the last couple of years. Graduation is upon us and it was time to pass over the role! Our last thing for the society was a sports luxe shoot for Promenade magazine. It also coincided nicely with our varsity win! Sports luxe is back for this summer and I love it… 

Fashion: Lily Edwards

Photography: Pavan Wilder
Fashion Assistants: Ali Moss-Thomas, Georgia Mae Lewis, Alex Wyatt, Naomi Missen, Victoria Farley
Models:  Football – Ethan Butler, Josh Hughes, Tom D’Lima;Ballet -Marie Lietard-Montigny; American Football – Harry Vallance, Ben Cumper, Connor Perry, Gabriella Szopa;Basketball – Charlotte Harding, Lewis Hendon-John; Sussex Snow – Miles Woodford, Sophie Ellson.

HUGE THANKS to Beyond Retro; JOY; H-twn LDN; Bishop Attire.

Statement sportswear

So, of course I've jumped on the typical January getting fit bandwagon. I've signed up for yoga classes and am forcing myself to run at least 3 times a week. I feel better when I exercise so its silly not to really, I just need to make time for it. From past experience, gym time becomes a habitual part of day to day life in no time at all. Of course, the added bonus of running is the absolute need to look at lots of shiny new gym clothes. Totally unnecessary but great procrastination none the less!! I thought I'd share some of my favourite finds. None of them are sports luxe, for me its all about comfort!

Run number one attire:

And here are some of my favourite pieces from the current collections. I tend to exercise in jersey tees or oversized tops but good running leggings are an essential. Nike dri are my faves but Adidas and Slinky Feline also have some great options at the moment. 

From left to right, top line then bottom!

1. Stella McCartney for Adidas performance tights £80 // 2. Stella McCartney for Adidas yoga tights £60 // Stella McCarney for Adidas seamless tights £75 // 4. Slinky Feline Lily Leggings £36 // 5. Nike Tech Tight £35 // 6. Nike Cotton Tights £23

And for a little bit of cosiness post run…

1. Sweaty Betty Hoody £85 // 2. Sweaty Betty Sensory Jumper £85 // 3. Jack Wills Bebington Zip Hoody £34 // 4. Nike Cowl Neck Sweatshirt £45 // 5. Mason Scotch Sweatshirt £85 // 6. Karen Millen Sweatshirt £65

The other bits and pieces:

1. Nike Flex trainers // 2. Nike flex trainers in hot pink // 3. Topshop snow headband // 4. Mulberry Henry gym bag // 5. Nike sports bra // 6. Jack Wills headband 

Have you found any must have gym bits? Or have any recommendations of great sports brands? I'd love to hear about them!