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Stylish Workout Clothes that Make You Look Slimmer

By Ysolt Usigan March 23, 2012
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Leggings from the 70s

Leggings from the 70s
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We're all familiar with the cute tops from Tees By Tina, but these leggings are also to dye for! Wear the Ultimate Seamless Tie Dye All Over Capri ($40 at TeesByTina.com) on your next workout, and you'll be sure to win some new friends at the gym.

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Electric Tanking

Electric Tanking

When it comes to gym clothes, they're typically drab and color free. You wear white, black, gray—you don't want to stand out. This Nike AD Futura Water Women's Tank Top ($28 at Nike.com) will change your mind. We love its funky graphic.

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Boho Chic, Top to Bottom

Boho Chic, Top to Bottom

We've loved Shabby Apple for all of their vintage-style dresses, and now we love Shabby Apple for giving us stylish workout options that have that earthy feel. Enter, the Goddess Pose Tank ($38 at ShabbyApple.com) and the Firefly Pose Skirt ($54 at ShabbyApple.com).

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Swim in Style

Swim in Style

In between swims, cover up your boring black sport swimsuit with this Have Faith Swimwear Peacock Print Tunic ($149.99 at HaveFaith.com). Okay, so it's a little bit of a splurge, but it sure will make you feel pretty—and you can wear it on vacay, too!

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Yummy Yoga Tunic

Yummy Yoga Tunic

Hey, yoga princess—after you do those poses, relax in this YogaFit Burnout Tunic Hoodie ($37.95 at YogaFit). And the best part is, you can wear this uber-stylish top even when you're not working out!

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Bell of the Ball

Bell of the Ball

Haven't you heard? The groovy '70s are back. Bring the trend into your workout with the Diana Pants from Apifeni ($98 at Apifeni.com). They're hands-down the most flattering pants ever. You'll love 'em so much, you'll want to wear them on date nights.

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An Edgy Jacket

An Edgy Jacket

Look like a futuristic exercise fiend from the Matrix with the Bibbity Running Form Fit Fleece ($54 at BibbityRunning.com). It's probably the sexiest fleece we've ever seen. It's perfect for running early morning when it's still a little nippy out.

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Sexy and Sporty

Sexy and Sporty

We consider Muse Activewear, the maker of the sexiest workout ensembles we've ever seen. Who says you can't be both sexy and sporty? For your next workout, try wearing the Criss Cross Tank ($54 at MuseActivewear.com) to show off your sexy shoulders and back.

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Budget and Fashion Friendly

Budget and Fashion Friendly

If you're not planning to splurge but still want to look stylish at the gym, this Curves Surplice Tank ($14.99 at Avon.com) is perfect for you. The fun, colorful print will make you a standout fitness queen.

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Leopard Love

Leopard Love

Okay, we'll admit that not many can pull off these Run Leopard Shorts from Adidas by Stella McCartney ($60 at ShopAdidas.com). But, for the right fashion girl—and subdued pairings, such as a plain black tank top—it'll be the right level of workout wild!

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Gypsy in the Gym

Gypsy in the Gym

Whether you're running or practicing yoga poses, this Pavitra Top ($54 at Athleta.com) provides great support and fabulous style. Pair it with black yoga pants or leggings, and you'll be all set, hippy chick!

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Cut Out for Couture

Cut Out for Couture

These Siro French Rib Sweatpants ($160 at AlexanderWang.com) will probably be the most fabulous pair of sweatpants you could ever have in your lifetime. The waffle weave bottoms have patch-front pockets and were designed by Alexander Wang. Don't like the gray? They also come in black!

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Skirting Around

Skirting Around

It's an unlikely option for a workout—after all, who wants to expose their bums at the gym? But this extremely lightweight, sweat wicking Running Skirt from Bibbity Running ($45 at BibbityRunning.com) will win you over.

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