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18 of the best Australian activewear brands primed for your next gym session

Best Australian activewear brands

While love our international activewear brands, we'll always come back to the Australian brands that truly understand what it's like to work and play in our unique climate and culture.

Whether you start your Sundays with pilates or end your Wednesdays with a cardio block, Australian activewear brands have you covered for design, functionality and, most importantly, comfort. In preparation for your next gym day, we've compiled 28 of the best Australian activewear brands to shop today.

 

1. Aje Athletica

 

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Designers of the perfect puff sleeve dress, Aje is now expanding in to the activewear scene with their new off-shoot Aje Athletica. Not only can you shop the pieces online, but they also have Aje Athletica flagship stores popping up - replete with holistic health offerings from sustainable skin and bodycare brand IKKARI.

 

2. Bonds

 

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The iconic Aussie undies brand also has an activewear branch – offering a swathe of comfy sweatsuits, bike shorts, sports bras, leggings and yoga pants. You can also pick up some new sport socks and seamless undies while you're at it.

 

3. Lorna Jane

 

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Probably Australia's most well-known homegrown activewear label, Lorna Jane is known for their lasting quality and timeless designs. Their full range is avaialable online, or they also have a bunch of brick-and-mortar stores to visit in most cities around the country.

 

6. Nimble

 

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The passion project of high school friends Katia Santilli and Vera Yan, Nimble was crafted out of a desire for stylish and affordable activewear, made consciously. With certain pieces made from recycled plastic bottles, the brand is known for its refined prints and dependable support necessary when exercising.

 

8. Jaggad

 

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A triathlon brand evolved into a fully-fledged activewear brand, Jaggad is known for its high-performance fabrics quality construction, dynamic printing and vibrant colorus. Not to mention, each piece fits as though moulded to your body. Comfort if we’ve ever seen it.

 

9. Nagnata

 

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Nagnata brings fresh textures, styles and fabrics to activewear with woven check and houndstooth prints not uncommon for the brand. Ribbed knits and merino wool bodysuits are also brand staples, core pieces to be revered.

 

10. The Upside

 

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One of the most well-known Australian activewear bands, The Upside are a go-to brand for many seeking reliable, durable activewear pieces. Since launching in 2014, the brand has gone on to craft a cohesive range of gymwear, yoga pieces, swimwear amongst leisure pieces for post-sweat attire.

 

11. P.E Nation

 

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A global symbol of Australian activewear brands, P.E Nation is a favourite of those wanting elevate their exercise gear. With fetching patterns and experimental silhouettes, the brand has become a staple brand on the activewear scene.

 

12. Boody

 

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With ethical practices at the heart of the brand, Boody produces soft, comfortable workout essentials using bamboo viscose to produce sustainable activewear. Designed in Australia, the brand carries a comprehensive range from swim to active to loungewear.

 

13. dk active

 

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At the core of the dk active brand is environmentally responsible design, with a passion for ethical business practice. Pieces are designed for their longevity and comfort, meaning they can call your wardrobe home for longer.

 

14. Elle Evans

 

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A swim and active brand made locally in Queensland, Elle Evans crafts affordable and eco-friendly pieces from deadstock fabric sourced by the brand. When looking to freshen up your exercise staples, the brand’s diverse range is a one-stop destination.

 

15. Bay Active

 

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The aptly named Bay active – a Byron Bay native – crafts activewear made of organic and regenerated fibres, often collaborating with other brands in repurposing surplus fabrics. Ideal for yoga and pilates, its pieces are a dream to wear on accounf of their functionality and muted tones.

 

16. Leelo Active

 

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The small Perth-based activewear company believes in a sartorial coalescence of efficacy and form, offering a stellar lineup of sportswear basics in rich and muted hues.

 

17. First Base

 

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Bondi girl and founder, Alison Cotton, started First Base activewear as a way to get back to the basics. It's a stripped-back, no-nonsense approach to gym gear that spotlights ethical production and sustainable practice. They even use recycled nylon in some of their pieces!

 

18. Stax

 

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Inclusivity and luxury quality are at the forefront of Perth activewear brand Stax. For seven years, the brand has been peddling flattering activewear, designed with specially formulated fabrics.

 

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