Just like every woman needs an LBD, she also needs the perfect moisture-wicking dress for an effortless gym-to-lunch look. Now you can serve up looks on and off the court without changing. With retro athletic wear gracing the runway (à la Gucci, Tory Burch, and more), we wanted to match this old-money aesthetic with uncompromising style and function. After all, isn't it time your dress worked as hard as you do?
Our Top Picks
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Best Old Navy Exercise Dress
Old Navy PowerSoft Fit & Flare Shelf-Bra Support Cutout-Waist Dress
If dresses aren't your thing, not to worry—try matching workout sets or versatile skorts and a sports bra. When looking for athletic wear, we've chosen outfits that move with you and are easy to wash so you can rinse and repeat. Wicking fabrics push sweat to the surface, where it evaporates and keeps you dry so you can move easily. For a smooth transition, make things easier by tossing your racket and groceries into Oprah's favorite roomy tote before meeting up with friends, and if you want to dress to impress, add sweat-resistant jewelry to your arsenal of trendy streetwear. Whether you're looking for quiet luxury, Barbicore trends, or easy slip-on looks, this edit is for you.
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Best Old Navy Exercise Dress
Old Navy PowerSoft Fit & Flare Shelf-Bra Support Cutout-Waist Dress
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Best Old Navy Exercise Dress
Old Navy PowerSoft Fit & Flare Shelf-Bra Support Cutout-Waist Dress
If you've been flirting with modest cutouts, this dress is a great place to start. Fitted through the body, this mini dress has a built-in bra for support with removable cups. Plus, it can be machine-washed for easy encores at the gym or lunch every day of the week.
This golfing dress is designed in two pieces to make bathroom breaks a breeze (sold) and provides a pocket just for your tees. Plus, its breathable, four-way stretch material is soft and comfy.
This midi silhouette is machine-washable, functional, and made with elastane stretch for sporting events or long walks along the beach. Plus, it's lightweight and easy to pack for all your upcoming vacations.
With a hidden cellphone pocket in the undershorts, adjustable straps, and machine-washability, what's not to love? Available in petite, regular, and tall.
Don't let this casual shirtdress fool you; its quick-drying capabilities were designed to take you through a literal marathon or a coffee run—dealer's choice.
Functional yet flirty, this cotton athleisure dress was made to move with you in style. We recommend placing this over a pair of shorts and a sports bra for ultimate comfort and multi-use.
Our go-to pick for versatility, this chic moisture-wicking dress protects your skin from harmful rays using SPF 50+ Neema fabric and can take you court to cocktails faster than you can say "martini."
Ref girls are sustainable and eco-conscious, so it's no surprise this dress is made from recycled plastic bottles (always a score in our book!) and spandex. Bonus: It has hidden shorts for peace of mind and is made with stretchy, luxe fabric for extra comfort.
Sleek, smooth, and velvety soft, this athletic silhouette runs small through the waist and gives the girls a boost with compressive fabric to create a corset effect. Designed to flatter every size.
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