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Recent Examples of activewear
For many years, Libby Gelman-Waxner, then an assistant buyer in juniors’ activewear, moonlighted for Premiere magazine and Entertainment Weekly as the world’s most beloved and irresponsible movie critic.
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Libby Gelman-Waxner, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
Synthetic fabrics like nylon and polyester, which are what most activewear is made from, are best washed in cold water.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 21 Apr. 2026
In a recent Amazon Live, Kyle Richards revealed that this matching set is an activewear favorite.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The brands teamed up on a collection of activewear as well as the Skims’ first foray into sneakers.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
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Libby Gelman-Waxner, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2026
Synthetic fabrics like nylon and polyester, which are what most activewear is made from, are best washed in cold water.
—Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 21 Apr. 2026
In a recent Amazon Live, Kyle Richards revealed that this matching set is an activewear favorite.
—Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
The brands teamed up on a collection of activewear as well as the Skims’ first foray into sneakers.
—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 13 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for activewear
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Gentz spoke about how Zalando was using AI to advance its matchmaking system, which now advised shoppers on sportswear and beauty as well as fashion.—
Cathrin Schaer,
Footwear News,
6 May 2026
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The German sportswear manufacturer has confirmed the deal, intended to support the growth of the leagues and the development of its 36 member clubs.—
Sebastian Stafford-Bloor,
New York Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Turns out, there’s an interesting story around how Hathaway got the outerwear back into her wardrobe.—
Christian Allaire,
Vogue,
30 Apr. 2026
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Instead of Beta Cloth, though, the crew’s outerwear was made out of polybenzimidazole (PBI), a less-itchy, fire-resistant golden-brown fabric.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
23 Apr. 2026
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These aren’t the only wrinkle-free loungewear sets worth adding to your suitcase put-together but snug as a bug.—
Aashna Gheewalla,
PEOPLE,
3 May 2026
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The Ododos Wide-leg Pants feel like loungewear but look stylish enough to become a travel staple.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
28 Apr. 2026
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The brand is now the official underwear partner for the NBA, WNBA and USA Basketball.—
Lisa Gutierrez
May 2,
Kansas City Star,
2 May 2026
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Underwear & Bras Both of our experts agree that underwear and bras wash best in cooler temperatures to preserve their function so you're not left needing to purchase more supportive pieces.—
Ashlyn Needham,
Southern Living,
28 Apr. 2026
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Spring and summer sleepwear needs to be lightweight and breathable, and this linen pajama set checks all the boxes.—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2026
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Made for unwinding, dreaming and everything in between, this 100% organic cotton sleepwear is crafted from naturally soft, breathable fabric that keeps you comfortable all night long.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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The outfits on the red carpet can be counted on to be couture or custom, even down to the shoes.—
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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There’s some good Armani couture, and I was amused by Amari (Simone Ashley), Miranda’s current assistant, wearing a Thom Browne uniform.—
José Criales-Unzueta,
Vanity Fair,
30 Apr. 2026
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“Activewear.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/activewear. Accessed 7 May. 2026.
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