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Street Wise Activewear

August 22, 2016

Sometimes the best outfit inspiration comes from unexpected places. Like your gym bag. We spend a lot of money on “athleisure” or “performance wear”…whatever you want to call them, whether you truly work out in your activewear or not (no judgement here). But why not get the most “bang for your buck” and style your activewear outside of the gym? Now, I’m not advocating for your standard yoga pants ensemble (we all know how to do that). Get creative with clothes you may ordinarily relegate to working out and you may just find an edgy, or unexpected compliment to an otherwise ordinary outfit!

If you caught Friday’s post, you saw this Brooks tee styled in a standard active look. But this glittering gold message deserves more attention than the audience on my morning run (especially since I’m an early runner!). To give the tee a bit more interested and some shape, I’ve knotted it at the waist – this could also be achieved with tucking. Then to take this look from morning workout into cocktail hour, I’ve added a bit of shimmer with a satin bomber jacket and some edgy accessories, all paired with a slimming pair of dark jeans. This look could easily have been worn with sneakers, but I’m keeping it more dressed-up here with a pair of heeled sandals (a bootie would have looked cool too). I consider this outfit a home RUN! (I couldn’t help it…)

{outfit details}
tee: Brooks (c/o)
bomber: Topshop
jeans: Frame Denim
sandals: Joie
clutch: Clare V.
bracelets: Gorjana, Moorea Seal
choker: BZR
sunnies: Tom Ford (similar)

A special thank you to Brooks for partnering with Kirsty and I to showcase their new fall collection. Be sure to check out Kirsty’s street style look over on her blog. And stay tuned, as we have also both fallen in love with Brooks’ fall heritage collection vintage sneakers…we’ll be sharing more as they hit stores in early fall.

Thanks for reading! ~Jenn

These fabulous photos were taken by Jessica Hogue

Brooks “Run Happy”

August 18, 2016

Last month I had the pleasure of getting a sneak peek at the new fall collection at Brooks‘ Flagship Store, aptly named “Brooks Trailhead.” Based here in Seattle, Brooks’ creed “Run Happy” truly resonates with me. As a lifelong runner (I was a sprinter in high school and have since run many distance races, including a marathon), I have struggled with injuries and motivation. However, for the past several years, I haven’t placed any pressure on myself to compete or train for any organized races. While sometimes I desire to set more goals for myself and return to racing (I’m inherently competitive), I’m also trying to appreciate that running can simply augment my life and doesn’t have to have a purpose. Does that make sense?

With regards to Brooks’ fall line, I’m loving the fashion forward pieces, yet the company remains true to their performance roots. Every piece (from the pants to the jackets to the bras) offer functionality critical for runners. Examples include interior waist pockets in the capris and a hook on the jacket lapel to hold your ear phones steady (because how annoying is the jostling of those wires?). And, I’ve never before worn Brooks’ shoes…if only I had known what I was missing out on?! I’m actually very particular about the fit of my shoes and I couldn’t be more impressed with Brooks. In fact, since taking these pictures to share with all of you, I have worked out in every piece (with the exception of the jacket, due to record breaking temps here in Seattle). Brooks offers fashionable performance wear that I can’t wait to put on for my workouts.

{outfit details}
all Brooks (c/o)
tee: Run Mist
jacket: LSD Thermal Running Jacket
capris: Streaker Capri
bra: Fine Form
sneakers: Launch 3

sunglasses: Smith

I mentioned above the functionality of Brooks’ performance wear. But I also strive for versatility in my wardrobe. Many of Brooks’ activewear can also be worn outside of the workout. Head on over to visit Kirsty as she styes an active look featuring Brooks activewear. And, next week we will both be styling a streetwear look styled with our Brooks pieces. Be sure to come back and see us soon!

Thanks for reading! Have a great weekend…Run Happy! ~Jenn

photography by Jessica Hogue

Anniversary Sale: Activewear Favorites

July 21, 2016

Just one day left until the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale opens to the public! Well…technically a several hours, because you can shop online at 12:01 am PST this Friday. And, I would suggest shopping early (maybe even that early!) to score all of the major sale goodies that are sure to sell out quickly. Be sure you’ve checked out my top picks post from last week to prepare for what I’m sure will be the first to go!

In the meantime, today I’m highlighting my favorite activewear pieces on sale. I always cruise activewear at the sale because there are great deals on the basics that I reach for time and time again, most every morning throughout the year. And, if you are a Nordstrom cardholder, you don’t have to patiently wait until the aforementioned stroke of midnight tonight to add these to your cart!

Zella

Zella’s selection at the sale never disappoints! This lightweight, hooded track jacket came home with me. I also love all of their fun prints and creative designs, particularly on pants. And always a great value!

Adidas

Asics

If you are an Asics Kayano fan, this is the time of year to replace your kicks! These are a great deal on one of the most popular styles of running shoes (and I love the color combo too).

Nike

These are a compression tight, so they should be difficult to get on. Keep in mind that this is how they stay up as you put them through the paces. And I speak from experience, if you go up a size, you will constantly be tugging them up during your workout, which is never a good feeling!

Zella

The North Face

Zella

Not as much fun as a stylish purchase, but I also use this sale as an opportunity to refresh my basics (think socks, bras, and underwear). These Zella socks are a great quality – they’ll be sure to last you at least until next year’s sale!

Nike

Just to remind you, all of my picks are hand-selected through a cumbersome process called “trying it on” (as evidenced by my dressing room cam shot below). It was nearing the end of the day, so I had to cut off my head!

Don’t forget to compile your list and get shopping early to snag some of these amazing deals. Thanks for reading and happy shopping! ~Jenn

Countdown to Summer GIVEAWAY with Coco On The Go

June 15, 2016

A great pair of leggings are empowering; inspiring your workout and motivating you thru the daily grind (whether that be a challenging barre class or a trip to the busy grocery store). Kirsty and I had a blast playing dress up last summer when Coco On The Go‘s founder, Nicole, generously lent us some leggings to play around in. But it wasn’t until I finally splurged on a pair for myself this spring that I understood the true power of these leggings.

Stretchy, yes. Wide waistband, a must. But it’s the graphic, textured print that “had me at hello.” And everyone else too. I’ve been stopped on the street and a classmate in my Pilates class, just this morning, actually pet them (I don’t blame her!). I haven’t reached for any other pant since I received them and they’ve held their shape great while being in constant rotation. I love all of the bright colors (of course) and the textured pattern-play make them so unique.

Now you can have a chance to try Coco On The Go’s leggings for yourself! In collaboration with Kirsty and Nicole, we are awarding one lucky winner a pair of Coco On The Go leggings of their choice! Check out the entry details below…

**COUNTDOWN TO SUMMER PANTS GIVEAWAY**

Here’s how to enter to win a pair of Coco On The Go leggings of your choice:

Follow Kirsty, Coco On The Go, and me on Instagram.
Tag a friend in the comments of any #CountDownToSummerPantsGiveaway posts on Instagram
Additional entries for every extra friend you tag!

Contest ends Tuesday, June 21st at 11:59pm PST. One lucky winner will be announced next Wednesday on Instagram. Open to US residents only.

These are mine – I’m loving the bright coral color and honeycomb pattern. Which pair would you choose?

Best of luck with the contest entry! Thanks for reading. ~Jenn

Friday Favorites: Workout Essentials

January 9, 2015

A few of my favorite essentials to keep you motivated and committed to your workout regime. (As well as hydrated, safe, and chic…always)

Activity Monitor: Fitbit Charge (Counts calories burned, records active minutes, and monitors your sleep)
Hydration: bkr Heart Water Bottle
Colorful Running Shoes: Nike Air Pegasus 31
Reflective Band: R Gear (Armed with blinking lights)
Antibacterial Mat: Lululemon ‘The Mat’

Hope you enjoy a terrific weekend! Thanks for reading. ~Jenn

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