5 Must Have Athleisure Apparel Items From Our Friend Tara At Marlowe Boutique!
Hey AC fam,
We are thrilled to share, style icon, long time friend, and entrepreneur, Tara Arnold with you! She is the owner, buyer, merchandiser, stylist, and friend at Marlowe Boutique. Tara has an eye for trends and style...and YOU are in store because she’s going to share some of that with us today! Tara, let’s see what you gotta say!
Hi AC!!
First off, I have to say I'm so happy that athleisure style is here to stay! Yippee! Second, let me introduce myself before you take my advice! Haha. I am Tara! My husband and I own Marlowe Boutique. Owning and operating this company has been my dream since I was 15! I love finding new trends and then sharing that with the world through buying and styling our community! I have live in Bothell, WA my whole life and are proud to have our business there! You might be asking… how do you know about ATHLEISURE COLLECTIVE? Well let me tell you… I have been best friends with Bri the owner for 12 years! We have talked about our dreams (including launching AC) and supported one another through all life’s journeys! I am so excited that AC is in the world because what it has brought to me has impacted my life in a really positive way! I know it’s impacting your life too and that makes me really happy! Ok… now you might be wondering when I am going to jump into my athleisure style advice. You’re in luck, let’s jump in!
I want to start by asking… do you have trouble figuring out how to take your style in and out of the gym? Or are you wondering what I am seeing trending when it comes to fashion? If so, keep reading because I am going to share my top 5 must have athleisure items that won’t feel sloppy but will make you feel surprisingly chic!
Joggers are super trendy right now and I’m sure you’ve seen them at all of your favorite stores. It's easy to see why because they are so effortless and versatile! I love balancing out a relaxed fitting jogger with a slimmer fitting top or bodysuit. If you’re not into a slimmer fitting silhouette, grab a relaxed tee or cropped sweatshirt to make sure your look is balanced!
When I’m in a rut and can't decide what to wear, a matching set is always my go-to! I can't deny my love for an easy outfit! Matching sets also make such a statement with minimal effort. I really can't say enough good things about them! Did I also mention that you can get so much use out of your set and can wear the items as separates too? Sign me up! Plus who doesn’t love a cute matching set for a little motivation to move our bodies!
If I could pick one staple you’ll need to build your athleisure wardrobe, it would be to invest in a great pair of high waisted leggings. I could think of 150 ways to style these bad boys! My top 2 ways would be to dress them down with a longer tee and an oversized denim jacket, or to dress them up with a cropped top and an oversized blazer. So chic!
Mesh Sporty Sneaker | TIEM Cycle Shoe | Strut This Sonoma Starburst Sweatshirt | Friendly Cowl Neck Cropped Sweatshirt - Black | Strut This Teagan Legging - Sherbert Tie-Dye | Strut This Piper Bra - Sherbert Tie-Dye | All Finex Montana Sports Bra | All Fenix Montana Legging | The Go-To Legging | Wear Anywhere Jogger
Oversized sweatshirts, when worn correctly can definitely give off an ultra cool vibe! On top of looking cool, you’ll be extra comfortable! You can rock an oversized sweatshirt with your favorite biker shorts and some chunky sneakers! Not a fan of biker shorts? Try a pair or faux leather leggings and your favorite bootie for a more polished look!
It's no secret! Cute sneakers are everyone's go-to this year and can make your outfit instantly “cool”. You can pair them with all of your favorite athleisure looks and style them with ease! Wear them while you’re out running errands, walking your dog, in your athletics class, or hanging with your friends!
What do you think? Do you like these trends and advice? Are you now wondering where you can find these things to add to your wardrobe? There are lots of wonderful places you can find these items, to name a few: ATHLEISURE COLLECTIVE, Marlowe Boutique, and many more! I can’t wait to see you styling your athleisure apparel and feeling good every step of the way! If you have any questions or want more advice from me, you can reach out to me on Instagram @shopmarloweboutique, book a private styling appointment with me, or catch me at AC! Take care my friends and chat soon.
XO,
Tara
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