Inclusive and active? Now you’re in the know.
Ever noticed how good style doesn’t have a gender? Us too.
It’s jump up and down exciting that gender neutral clothing is fast becoming a global phenomenon, with many style icons saying unisex wear is the future of fashion. And we’re 100 percent here for it. Why wouldn’t we be? Genderess fashion is about taking away the stigma of what we feel we ‘should’ wear and embracing how we really want to style ourselves. It’s out with the restricting rigid male/female divide - and in with inclusive clothing that celebrates comfort, empowerment and diversity.
But it wasn’t a short ride to where we are today with genderless clothing. Unisex wear has popped up in different forms throughout the decades, from Yves Saint Laurent’s tuxedo for women in the 60s, to the lumberjack shirts and combat boots grunge era of the 90s. Fast forward to 2022, and genderless style has grown to be even more inclusive and widespread. From functional designs that are inclusive of all abilities, to eye-catching body positivity lines, to gender neutral collections, new options in versatile wear are officially here to stay.
And - it’s no surprise that our HUGE obsession with athleisure and stylish workout wear has merged with this gender neutral clothing takeover. You would have seen that big activewear brands are producing their own genderless lines and even Beyonce is jumping on the scene with a new unisex and size inclusive collection from her Adidas x Ivy Park brand - Ivytopia. Boutique labels and independent designers are breaking the traditional activewear mould too, with the likes of NAGNATA and STAX. producing stylish and functional inclusive pieces for all to share, no matter how you identify.
To celebrate this vital movement, we’ve rounded up some of the most forward thinking activewear brands with an inclusive edge. So, whether you’re looking for more versatile and inclusive workout wear options to truly express how you want to dress, or just want to shake up the vibe of your activewear wardrobe, you’re in good hands. One thing’s for sure: getting fit never looked better with these gender neutral collections.
NAGNATA’s genderless line: SAMA
NAGNATA is known for more than its chic, effortless style and luxe materials - it’s also a big player in the sustainability space when it comes to manufacturing and design. But what you might not know is that NAGNATA has its very own gender fluid activewear line. Tick, tick and tick! Blurring the lines between technical sportswear and street style, SAMA (which means ‘equal’ or ‘same’ in Sanskri) is the brand’s dedicated gender fluid collection that’s made first and foremost for comfort and flow. In the SAMA range, NAGNATA uses their infamous luxe materials, bold prints and colours and versatile cuts, so you’ll look as slick at the gym as you do getting your morning coffee. Shop the SAMA collection here.
Unbroken
Unbroken has already nailed the stylish streetwear and performance activewear aesthetic, so much so that you can take their threads from your living room to the basketball court to brunch. But the brand’s versatility also reaches into the gender space with their eye-catching retro colours and designs extending to their collection of unisex wear (claps for them!) Unbroken is all about positive habits and mental wellbeing, so it makes sense that inclusivity is a top priority for the brand. So, whether you’re wanting to play into your androgynous side or you’re feeling flat and uncomfortable in clothes that reinforce the gender binary, you can embrace a new era of workout wear with this stand out brand. Shop Unbroken here.
Nike
When it comes to creating unisex wear for all to share, Nike is here to play. The brand may not have designated unisex line, but it does feature gender neutral products that go beyond the basics of just socks and singlets. You can shop bold, statement pieces too, from stylish funnel neck fleece hoodies to woven sporty trousers to edgy windrunners. Shop Nike here.
STAX.
Perth-born activewear brand STAX. has done the hard yards in helping to make inclusivity the general standard. The STAX. unisex collection has a large range of basics, including socks, t-shirts caps and bumbags. But there are also some stunning stand-outs, like their range of chic and versatile puffer jackets. Perfect for that kind of morning where it’s cafe, gym, errands, shopping and back to the cafe again! Shop STAX. here.
S.A.S.H.E.D
S.A.S.H.E.D. already slays in the versatile workout space, with fierce and functional apparel across streetwear, dancewear and activewear. But they also have a unisex range with hoodies, tops, bottoms and more. It’s defs a brand to save in your tabs if you’re looking to ditch that "pink is for girls, blue is for boys" mentality. Shop S.A.S.H.E.D. here.
