How do you motivate yourself to get up and workout? For some, it’s a blaring series of alarms set at 1-minute intervals or the year’s #fitnessgoals resolutions, and for others, it’s setting aside the day’s workout outfit the night before. And as much as adore our Nikes, Lululemons, and Adidases, there’s no shortage of high quality, local labels that are just as good – if not better.
So in the spirit of #SupportLocal and staying fit, here are ten Malaysian activewear brands that you can take your pick from – whether you need something stylish yet functional, or something that suits your sustainable lifestyle.
Terrae
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Derived from the Latin-Italian word Terra, meaning Earth, Terrae’s brand is pretty self-explanatory. With the love for fitness and mother Earth in mind, Terrae offers high quality activewear that will not only last through your most hardcore workouts, but are also timeless enough to outlast fashion trends. The fabrics used in their pieces include organic cotton, deadstock and upcycled fabrics, as well as ECONYL, a 100% recycled fibre that’s made from ocean waste. The best part? Their Movement shorts even come with side pockets! W shopterrae.com
Camellia Activewear
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If you love working out in style and feminine silhouettes, look no further than Camellia. From ruched designs to ruffled sleeves, their activewear pieces come in a wide variety of designs and soft pastel tones to get you hyped up for working out. They also offer Microsuede Yoga Mats in dreamy patterns – perfect for relaxing stretches and yoga practices. W camelliawear.com
Reactive
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In pursuit of fitness and a more sustainable lifestyle, Reactive was born to not only create an activewear line that looks and feels great, but to also make the fitness industry more eco-friendly. Whether it’s a sports bra or leggings, the pieces are made from 100% recycled materials from REPREVE, a brand that makes garments from recycled plastic bottles. Look good, feel good, and go green – Reactive checks all the boxes. W reactivethelabel.com
Livlola
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What started out in 2016 as a hub for bags and accessories by a pair of sisters who have a shared passion for fashion, Livlola is now known as one of the most popular activewear brands on the market. The brand offers New Age activewear that’s designed for “the studio, street and lounge”, ranging from functional pieces such as sports bras and leggings, to cosier loungewear in the form of shorts, joggers, and crop tops. To complete your at-home workout, the brand also offers fitness accessories such as resistance bands, foam rollers, and yoga mat cleaning sprays. W livlola.com
Banana Fighter
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Made for “the everyday go-getting woman”, Banana Fighter doesn’t compromise on style nor comfort in creating their high performance activewear. You’ll find a variety of workout must-haves, alongside more fun and creatives pieces such as anti-UV sets adorned with Japanese print art, adorable ankle socks, and even casual jumpsuits and wrap dresses that you can wear over your exercise gear when you’re on the go. W bananafighter.com
Liberty Active
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Hardcore fitness junkies and yoga practitioners will know Liberty Active as one of the most prominent local fitness labels on the market, and for good reason. They offer a wide range of sporty and stylish activewear that can be worn for running casual errands, quick HIIT sessions, carefree jogging, and even restorative yoga. You can even cop tote bags, sliders, yoga mats, and socks to complement your workout gear. W liberty-active.com
MKLZ Collection
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Looking for straightforward fitness apparel but still want to look your best? MKLZ Collection offers a variety of functional pieces including tanks, leggings, shorts, and sports bras that takes the best from both fashion and fitness worlds. Minimal designs come in a variety of flattering, muted tones, so you can take them anywhere from HIIT to yoga. W mklzcollection.com
Fit Rebel
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Extroverted souls will love the painterly designs on Fit Rebel’s leggings. Founded by Nadia Hasbi, high performance leggings feature hand-painted art by local batik artisans, combining function and creativity in this exciting line. The leggings have also been stress-tested by yogis, dancers, aerial artists, and even martial artists to ensure that the pieces are suitable for all types of active pursuits. W fitrebel.com
OHMfinity
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Haven’t exercised in a while and looking to ease back into it? Begin your fitness journey anew starting with OHMfinity’s fun-coloured activewear. Even with philosophies rooted in yoga, their apparel can be worn comfortably with any workout. Those practising aerial yoga can even benefit from their jumpsuits, while expecting mothers can opt for their maternity leggings who wish to continue their fitness regime. W ohmfinity.com
OWN
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Founded in 2016, OWN’s vision is to create a line of high quality yet fashionable fitness staples for women. Their pieces come in an array of styles and patterns, such as a mesh panel tops and watercolour effects. This makes for a great option if you’re looking to subtly jazz up your everyday fitness routine. W own-fit.com.my
Featured image: Camellia