Cardigan || Tank || Leggings || Tennis Shoes || Socks || Bag
I was SO in need for some great workout basics so I was super excited to partner with Nordstrom to pick out some of my favorite items to purchase and share with you all. I was super selective because I wanted to make sure these were pieces I would wear for years rather than months. I’ll take you all through each piece below!
LEGGINGS I have to start with these because for me having a couple of [perfect] pairs of black leggings in my closet is essential. I wear them multiple times every week so having a pair that fits good and holds me in in all the right places is key. I only buy leggings now that are high-rise–which these are! I also loved the contrasting detail on the front of these and the mesh strip on the side. It gives them a little edge but isn’t an added detail that makes them unflattering–which I feel happens often with other pairs I see for sale. They also come in a super cute grey color too (that I might order) and I love that the price point is so great on these! [For reference on length and fit: I am 5’3″ and I ordered an xs]
TANK I am a sucker for a good black workout top and I was looking for a good, plain Nike one. This one is perf! I love the simplicity of it and the cut. It comes in 2 other colors too! [wearing an xs]
TENNIS SHOES I know black and white tennis shoes can seem boring to some people, but I tend to love “plain” tennies. You all know I love neutrals so having tennis shoes that go with EVERYTHING are a must for me. I have a pair that looks really similar to these that I wear on the weekends a lot but I can’t wear them on a long walk or on the treadmill, so I was in the market for a good pair of running shoes. When I got these out of the box I said, “Oh yay! These are so comfy!!” and I started hopping up and down in the kitchen–no kidding, haha. So needless to say, they are comfortable but they also have a structured feel. Plus side: They are right at $100. And if you’re more fun than me and like for your shoes to be more vibrant then there’s oodles of other color options for you to pick from too! 😉 [I went up a half size in these]
CARDIGAN This cardigan feels like pajamas. Yep, pajamas. So much so that I know I’ll end up wearing it while I lay around the house too! I try to get my butt out of bed a couple times a week and hit an early morning workout class–it’s never easy to get up but I do think it helps make my mood better when I throw on something cozy like this over my workout gear for the ride over. Sometimes it’s the little things, right? [sweater is oversized, I’m wearing an xs]
FYI–this is selling like hot cakes, so if you’re in the market for the grey color don’t wait around!
SOCKS I know you can’t see my socks, but these are the ones that I have on and swear by. I love the no-show pairs (except when running).
BAG I have had this tote for over a year now (I actually have it in two colors) and I still use it weekly. I love it for a gym bag because it’s easy to throw anything in and it has an attached zipper pouch inside to store your cell phone and jewelry during your workout. Plus, for $50 I don’t mind to throw my dirty tennies inside if I need to. It’s also reversible!
I know this post was a tad long–sorry! But I wanted to make sure I gave you all an honest review about these items because I know how important it is to find good basics that fit your lifestyle. I hope this helps if you all are in the market for some new workout goodies!
