Many people (not including me) make a New Years Resolution each year to work out…I heard on the radio that over $1 billion is wasted on gym memberships each year (meaning not being used).  So, instead of wasting the money on a gym membership, why not spend it on cute workout clothing?  Maybe that will be enough to inspire you to actually GO to the gym.  If not, at least you can lounge around the house in some hot new duds.  Plus I’ve *heard* that yoga pants make your booty look magnificent…I’m just sayin’.  Here are my favorite yoga-eqsue/workout apparel lines!!!

Lululemon is definitely what’s hot right now.  On a price scale, this definitely hits the high end of the workout apparel market…but the design and comfort when actually working out make it worth it.  The Groove Pant (shown below) has a flared bottom and comes in a variety of color combos ($98).  They also have cropped, running pants, lined/unlined and tops at various prices.  Also, if you live near a location they will alter the pants free of charge (good for shorties like me).

Next on my list is Victoria’s Secret PINK collection.  So this is MUCH more wallet friendly and super cute and comfy.  I have a cropped pair and regular pair ($32.50).  Also, I LOVE the top that the pic shows below.  What you can’t see is how long it actually is.  I live in these at home…at 2 for $24, I recommend stocking up on the basics and throw in some fun colors as well!!

GapBodyFit has a variety of styles – gFlex, gStretch, and gBalance ($49.50) but quality you can expect from the Gap brand.  Check out this cute fitted-lace active tank ($39.50)!  Now that is a workout apparel that I can handle!

Also under the Gap umbrella that many people may not know about is the line, Athleta.  It’s mostly yoga clothing, swimwear, running clothing, and athletic apparel.  Prices are closer to Lululemon on our price scale, but cute designs and authentic workout apparel – no imitations here!  If the abs came with the pants below ($89), I would wear them ALL the time!

So enjoy your new years resolution, your workouts, and your new athletic apparel!  No more t-shirts and sweats at the gym…at least look the part after paying your membership deposit!

shops love!!

I think I had a disclaimer in the beginning mentioning that football is an integral part of my life.  It’s August now, so football will officially begin this month – even if it is just pre-season NFL games.  I like to give myself plenty of time to prepare for football season – mentally and physically.  Physically being my clothing!  Victoria’s Secret carries a line of collegiate clothing in their PINK collection.  University of Miami (my alma mater and home of the Hurricanes) is one of the featured colleges and each year I pick up a couple of new things to add to my collection.  The pieces are on the pricier side, but they are soo cute and soo comfortable that it’s worth the extra money in my opinion.  But why believe me?  I’m the shopaholic!  If you happen to live in an area where your school is located, than you can look at the items in the store.  Since I live in Syracuse, my stores carry everything in the Orange and Blue for the Syracuse Orange.  This would be a good thing during basketball season – but for the next 4 months, I’ll limit myself to the Green and Orange!  This time of year, it’s all about THE U!  Check out my new sweatshirt below and see for yourself at http://www.victoriassecret.com/pink/university-of-miami (or search for your own school)!!! 

The PINK collection will soon (tomorrow, August 4th) include NFL teams as well – I’ll hold out for some Burgundy and Gold sweats (that’s for the Redskins in case you’ve been ignoring my team preferences up until this point).  Don’t worry – I won’t wear my canes sweatshirt with my skins sweatpants – there’s a time and a place for everything.

PINK loves University of Miami…and thanks to this sweatshirt, University of Miami loves PINK!  Isn’t mutual affection lovely?

shops love!

ps…It’s a PINK nation, are you in it?

Update!!  (8/4/10) 13 NFL teams are officially on vs.com in their PINK collection!  Use the code “FALL10″ to receive $15 off a $100 order.