- Cool places & pretty things: check.
- Amazing yoga inspo: check.
- The occasional cute dog: check.
We absolutely love her style and aesthetic. She's featured above in the ST white chex set (buy it here: https://bit.ly/2JWOdhM)
]]>Founded by Elizabeth + Dale from Sweats & the City, ORRO App is your fitness and self-care BFF, featuring all of your favorite workout methods, instructors, and studios all in one place. With over 500+ classes to choose from and taught by instructors all over the world, ORRO offers a variety of workouts including Pilates, Barre, Yoga, Meditation, Sound Baths and more. Join ORRO on-demand and live to establish a daily routine and become the best version of yourself!
Our team is constantly looking for ways to amplify your experience as a Strut This customer, in addition to supporting more women owned brands, so we are thrilled to create this partnership and offer you 1-month FREE of the ORRO app with code STRUTTHIS. We hope you'll try it out and fall in love like we did!
Here's to more self-care, fun fitness, and looking cute while doing it all!
]]>Conceptualized by Mary and the mother-daughter duos behind Strut This, the 28-piece collection is made of the highest quality fabrics and designed by women, for women. The pieces in the collection pay homage to the iconic women who motivate us all. The collection is comprised of a range of retro geometric and floral printed bras, high rise bike shorts and leggings with criss cross and contrast printed waistbands. The uniquely printed pieces are accompanied by cropped sweatshirts and joggers in rust and pistachio colored solids along with vintage baseball style caps featuring Mary’s mantras such as ‘More Less’ and ‘Be’.
Crafted for the modern woman on the go - from morning drop-off with the kids to sweaty workouts and cozy nights at home, these pieces were designed to seamlessly fit into your lifestyle and to motivate you to fuel your passions, always wonder, and live a life full of kindness.
“Fitness and wellness have always been a big part of my life and partnering with Strut This to create my first ever activewear capsule has been a dream opportunity. I am beyond excited and proud of how this collection came together and can't wait to share.
The collection was inspired by retro prints and classic styles - think Princess Diana meets Twiggy meets Brigitte Bardot . It is made up of workout essentials, which can double as your everyday staples. Thought and intention was put into every detail of each piece - from colors and prints to styles and fabrics.
This project has been a labor of love and I'm very proud to finally share this collection with you!” says Mary Lawless Lee.
The Happily Grey x Strut This Collection ranges in price from $48 - $143 and is available exclusively at www.strut-this.com and www.shophappilygrey.com.
]]>The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to achieving the end of breast cancer. We provide critical funding for cancer research worldwide to fuel advances in tumor biology, genetics, prevention, treatment, metastasis, and survivorship.
Shop our entire site (yes, even those sold out leggings and all!) with a cause.
]]>Happy Friday! We were sitting and chatting this morning about this being our 10th year of Strut This (where has the time gone?!) and reminiscing on some of our beginning days - the OG styles, sayings, etc. One of our adoptive sayings from the start is "dress up your workout." We started Strut This because there wasn't any activewear out there that made us feel cute walking into our workout. We wanted to feel like our workout outfit choice was just as important as our work outfit choice!
Now over the years, we find ourselves constantly enhancing this saying in our daily lives by wearing Strut This not only to the gym, but also adding pieces to our sets to make them work for every day life. We linked one of our recent "build an outfit" videos for you to see some ways we style our sets to hit the streets in them. This video features one of our new sets from fall: the Sebastian Crop and Oliver Legging (any of you remember the original legging with the calf patch that we made back in the day?! We had to re-purpose and bring it back and we're SO glad that we did).
Who said you can't take a workout set and turn it into an outfit for the day?! Spice up your weekend wardrobe and take your Strut This sets from the gym to brunch by adding a few simple accessories.
Have a great weekend, babes!
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Strut This Team
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But you don’t know what separates yoga pants from a pair of leggings. Are they practically the same? You’ve heard the phrase, “Not all yoga pants are leggings, and not every pair of leggings are yoga pants,” and you want to put it to the test. So, when it comes to yoga pants and leggings, what’s the difference?
When learning the differences between yoga pants and leggings, it’s essential to understand your current lifestyle. Depending on your level of activity and how you go about your day, you’ll choose different types of clothes. Finding comfort while feeling stylish is a must to feel and do your best.
Yoga pants are comfy and casual pants that move and flow with you. They consist of a thick and stretchy material, usually made of bamboo, polyester, nylon, or other technical fabric blends. You can wear them for yoga, Pilates, running, and other physical activities. So, they fit under the athleisure umbrella.
Right around the corner are the infamous leggings. Close-fitted and clingy, they fit your form from the waist down. Initially, leggings were meant for colder weather, but over time, people incorporated them into casual wear—they even have a unisex reputation. They run thinner than yoga pants, work great for exercises like biking or weight training, and are quite breathable.
Finally results? Yoga pants and leggings have similar purposes despite their differences in thicknesses—they even share similar materials. The bottom line is that they can be interchangeable in your daily life. So, wiggle into your favorite pair and enjoy your day!
If you’re looking for some cute and cozy yoga athleisure wear, visit us at Strut This. We offer a wide variety of styles and colors, just right for you! If you have any questions, please reach out to us today.
]]>When you go out, people will be able to tell the difference between your laundry day sweatpants and your women’s athleisure joggers. If you want to stay at the top of your game, you need to choose quality pieces. Look for high-performance fabrics, comfortable designs, and your favorite colors and styles. You’ll look better and the high-quality pieces will last a lot longer than cheap alternatives.
Bonus tip: buy athleisure pieces that go together. Buying the perfect bralette or sweatshirt to go with your cute new joggers will give you a great go-to outfit from the start.
When it comes to athleisure tips on how to wear the trend and look put together, one of the most important things to learn is how to balance an outfit. One rule of thumb is to mix fitted clothes with loose clothes. If you want to rock your comfiest pair of joggers, choose a fitted shirt to go with it. When you cozy up in your favorite sweater in the winter, slide on your best pair of leggings to balance it.
You can also balance an outfit by incorporating more fashionable pieces alongside your athleisure wear. A leather jacket looks great over athletic bottoms. If you’re throwing on your oversized sweatshirt, pair it with your cutest jeans. You can also accessorize with jewelry. Classy gold bands or a thin necklace are a subtle but chic touch to a cute and comfy outfit.
There’s a perfect outfit for every occasion, but you need to know how to read the room. The more informal your destination, the more athleisure wear you can incorporate into your outfit. If you’re treating yourself to a fancy dinner date, steer clear of those leggings and sports bras. But if you’re going for drinks with the girls at your usual bar, you can go half and half with athleisure bottoms and a stylish top (or vice versa). Keeping the occasion in mind will help you find the perfect balance of cute and comfy so that you can look great everywhere you go.
Are you ready to spruce up your wardrobe and expand your outfit opportunities? Stock up on the cutest and most comfortable athleisure wear treasures when you browse the fashionable collections at Strut This.
]]>If practice makes perfect, then you need consistent practice. Find a yoga routine that works for you and your schedule. It’s okay if it takes time! Look around, try a few different styles, and find a class that speaks to you. It also helps to have an instructor you like and a yoga buddy. The key is to make your classes as enjoyable as possible, even if you’re not the best. If you look forward to your classes, you’ll stick to them for the long run instead of falling out of the habit after a week or two. Soon enough, your yoga sessions will be a reliable—and enjoyable—part of your weekly routine.
If you’re going to perfect your yoga practice, you should have high-quality equipment on your side. Let’s start with the basics: you can’t practice yoga without a good yoga mat. While many studios will have mats you can borrow, it’s cleaner—and way more fun—to have your own. Find a good quality mat that doesn’t slip or bunch up while you’re focusing on your poses. Don’t be afraid to have some fun with different colors, either.
Speaking of colors, do you have a cute and comfortable yoga two-piece set yet? The right outfit makes you look and feel better every time you roll out your yoga mat. In addition to feeling confident in your stylish activewear, a high-quality yoga set supports your body as you twist, bend, and stretch your way through your routine.
Yoga isn’t just an exercise routine; it’s a lifestyle change. That means your life should reflect your new habit even outside of the studio. One of the most helpful ways to improve your experience with yoga is to keep the rest of your life as fresh and healthy as your yoga routine. Stay hydrated and eat a colorful, balanced diet—and not just on your yoga days when you’re already thinking about it. When you put the work in both in and out of the yoga studio, you’ll start seeing all the ways that yoga impacts the rest of your life. Notice how your posture improves while you work. See how your mindfulness grows, improving your mood and positivity throughout the week.
Here at Strut This, we’re ecstatic to help you on your yoga journey. Whether you’re looking for something cool and form-fitting or loose and cozy, we’ve got the perfect pieces to add to your routine.
]]>Even if laundry isn’t your favorite chore, it’s easy enough to remember the basics. You know how it goes: put similar colors in the same load, turn pieces inside out to preserve the design, and so on. All these rules apply to your favorite yoga pants and leggings. If you wash the pants with similar colors and turn them inside out, you will preserve that gorgeous, vibrant color that caught your eye when you bought them. You also want to keep an eye on the other pieces you throw in with your leggings. Mixing technical fabrics—like the moisture-wicking, synthetic materials of yoga pants and leggings—with rougher items of clothes can lead to disaster in the wash. Keep your beloved pants safe by separating them from towels or pieces with zippers or hooks.
Your favorite yoga pants or leggings can take the heat during a workout, but not during their trip through the laundry room. When you throw your leggings or yoga pants into the washer, turn that dial to the coldest setting. Cold water prevents shrinking and keeps even the brightest colored ankle leggings as beautiful as the day you bought them. Keep cold-water laundry detergent on hand to get the freshest, cleanest wash possible.
Remember to avoid the heat in the dryer, too. Tumble dry your yoga pants and leggings on the lowest setting. Better yet, hang them to dry naturally. While it might take a little longer, air drying helps your leggings retain their shape, giving you a comfortable and supportive fit every time.
High-quality clothing deserves high-quality cleaning. Learning the best ways to launder yoga pants and leggings will make them last longer, allowing you to experience the joy of putting on your favorite pair of pants over and over again.
]]>Before you start thinking about inseams and size guides, you should know exactly what you want out of your new pair of leggings, and you have endless options to choose from. Do you want a compressive, supportive fit for high-intensity workouts, or do you want something more comfortable for cozy, casual outfits? Is a low-cut waist your jam, or do you rock those high-waisted bottoms? Have your ideal style in mind before you start browsing collections. After all, you don’t want to be lost in ankle-length options when you’re really looking for cool and fashionable women’s 7/8 leggings. When you know the exact length you’re looking for, it’s easier to narrow down your options and quickly find the ideal pair.
Size is just a number, but that number is the easiest way to find a pair that fits you just right. Legging sizes vary between brands and sometimes even between collections. Having accurate measurements will help you find a pair that fits just right no matter what. For the most accurate measurement possible, use a soft, flexible measuring tape and measure first thing in the morning before you have anything to eat or drink. When looking for your new favorite pair of leggings, you’re going to want three measurements:
Waist – Loop your measuring tape around the smallest part of your waist, usually just above or over your belly button.
Hips – Make sure your feet are together. Loop the measuring tape around the fullest part of your hips.
Inseam – Measure along the inside of your leg, from the top of your thigh to your ankle.
Once you have your ideal fit and accurate measurements in mind, you can start shopping for a beautiful pair of leggings to add to your closet. However, you should be aware of a few legging no-nos as you browse eye-catching collections. First, all leggings should be completely opaque. If you put on your leggings and can see through the fabric, that means they’re a size too small. Going a size up will be more comfortable and will prevent you from wearing through the material quickly. Pay attention to the waistband as well. If you have to constantly stop what you’re doing to pull up your leggings, they’re a little too big.
Once you know how to find the perfect legging length, size, and fit, you can fill your wardrobe with stylish options that make you feel comfortable and confident all day long. Start your search with the cute and comfy collections at Strut This. With superior quality and a passion for making you look good, we have the choices to suit any athleisure need or style.
]]>We're proud to be apart of the obé Fitness family with our newest wardrobe partnership. Watch your favorite instructors in their new Strut This gear!
Whether you’re a beginner who’s starting your workout journey, a fit fam member who needs a Hard AF challenge, or you’re doing the Whole 30 thing, you can find a program to jump-start your routine.
obé Fitness offers 22 daily LIVE classes, 5,500+ on-demand and all the variety you crave.
A good workout session is all about feeling capable and exhilarated, but itchy, heavy materials that don’t breathe well can weigh you down and ruin your routine. There are a few qualities that all good yoga pants share. The fabric should be stretchy and flexible enough to work with you no matter where you go or what you do. You also want breathable, moisture-wicking material that will help you stay comfortable without overheating.
With these qualities in mind, you have a few options for different materials. Lightweight fabrics are soft and comfortable, fitting like a second skin. Our Strut Lite is our lightest fabric to date. Get that second-skin feel without sacrificing stretch and comfort — it's pliable enough for yoga but soft enough to lounge in.
These offer great flexibility for your yoga class or great comfort for lounging around. Heavier fabrics, on the other hand, offer incredible support and keep their shape over time, making them perfect for those higher-intensity workouts. Our Strut Lush is a mid to heavyweight fabric — soft & smooth to the touch and ultra-supportive with snap-back technology to retain shape and keep you held in. With jersey-knit construction, it's stretchy and comfortable enough for those strength training workouts.
Another crucial part of how to choose the perfect pair of yoga pants is the fit. This comes down to your style of workout, what kind of outfits you’re building, and—of course—personal preference. Fitted yoga pants will conform to your skin as you move around, supporting your body throughout even the heaviest workout routines. On the other hand, some people prefer the cool and comfortable fit of loose or relaxed-fit yoga pants. These are great for a more calming, restorative yoga session. The looser, less-revealing fit is also great for lounging or running to your favorite store or coffee shop after a workout.
When looking for your perfect fit, keep the length of the pants in mind. Capris or 7/8 crops are a cooler option for outdoor workouts or a stylish summer outfit. You’ll also want to think about high-waisted or mid-rise pants. Mid-rise waistlines offer more comfort for lounging or hanging out around town, while high-waisted pants create the support you need for a fast-paced or flexible workout.
While material, durability, and performance are important, don’t forget to look for your favorite colors and patterns—plus the perfect sports bra or tank to match. One of the best things about shopping at online yoga clothing stores like Strut This is that you can see all your favorite style options in one place. Don’t worry about digging through shelves or asking about different colors that may or may not be in the backroom. Simply choose the pair that catches your eye, then browse all the great options available. It’s easier than ever to find a pair of yoga pants that meet your needs and reflect the style that’s uniquely and beautifully you.
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Kosher Salt (to rim glass)
1 1/2 ounces of silver or gold tequila
1/2 ounce orange liqueur (grand marnier makes the difference)
4 tablespoons fresh squeezed lime juice
1-2 teaspoons agave nectar or honey (to taste)
Directions
Rim the glass with kosher salt. The easiest way to do this is to rim the glass with a lime wedge and dip in salt. Fill the glass with ice and set aside. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice up to the brim. Add the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, orange liqueur and agave or honey to taste. Tightly close and shake vigorously for at least 30-45 seconds (this is crucial - make sure to shake this long). Strain into the rimmed glass over the ice.
Cheers to summer & enjoy!
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We absolutely love her style and aesthetic. She's featured above in the ST white chex set (buy it here: https://bit.ly/2JWOdhM)
]]>We‘ve all seen them. Every restaurant in America has jumped on the avocado toast train & guess what, we‘ve found the secret. No fluff, no dandelion greens or pretty flowers - simple ingredients done right. We‘ve perfected the simplicity of the avocado toast. A great piece of toasted wheat bread (pick your favorite, but make sure it‘s fresh), avocado, lemon, chili flake (if you want to heat things up a bit), cilantro to garnish and a heavy helping of salt and pepper. That‘s it. Trust us.
RECIPE
+ 2 fresh slices of your favorite wheat bread
+ 1 ripe avocado
+ 1/2 lemon
+ Chili flake
+ Cilantro (garnish)
+ Salt/Pepper to taste
Gently toast bread. You want the bread to be crunchy on the outside, while still warm and soft on the inside. In a bowl, mash one avocado. with the juice from the lemon. Add salt and pepper to taste. PRO TIP: Do NOT overmix your avocado. Gently dollop avocado mix on toasted bread. Finish with chili flake + cilantro to taste. PRO TIP: With the 1/2 lemon left over, cut paper thin slices of fresh lemon and add on top of toast to finish.
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The Yoga Mom
The Strut Ankle provides ultra forgiving fabric, with ultimate support. The mid-to-high rise pant is perfect for covering up those trouble spots, while also staying ultra flattering and modern.
While it may not be exciting to most, we think it'll make your digital experience on Strut This so much better. Our goal was to create a super intuitive, user-friendly experience that also made you feel apart of the Strut This brand.
We also wanted to make it much easier to navigate through the site. Now, you can use the SEARCH FUNCTION to find products that you're looking for much easier. Say goodbye to frustrating search titles that never get you the product you're looking for. You can now use the QUICK SHOP and MINI CART function, so you can quickly put those leggings you've been dying to get in your cart, and go right back to scrolling for the matching sports bra without leaving the screen. We've also added the option of leaving REVIEWS! We're really excited about this - good or bad, we want to hear your thoughts on the product.
There's little touches that we won't bore you with now, but just know, we did this for you. We want to make sure you have the best experience with Strut This through and through.
Leave a comment and tell us what you think and how we can continue to improve the site even more.
Xx
]]>We never really have a winter (or fall, for that matter). But spring...ah, spring is incredible here. The LA air is crisp (for a change), the birds are chirping, it's all of the fairytale stuff and more.
One of our absolute favorite things to do on the weekends is hit up every farmer's market in town. It's a magical place. Fresh produce, people walking and mingling, vendors giving away samples (yes, please!)
Here are some of our tips & tricks to get through your farmer's market trip like a seasoned veteran:
Did we miss anything? Tell us your tricks for maximizing your farmer's market experience below.
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