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#BUROSupportsLocal: 9 Homegrown activewear brands to kickstart your healthy lifestyle

Chic sportswear staples

05.05.2023

By Buro Malaysia

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#BUROSupportsLocal: 9 Homegrown activewear brands to kickstart your healthy lifestyle

There’s no denying that cute ‘fits can help motivate us to exercise (and to stick to our annual resolution) that bit more, and while activewear giants such as Nike, Adidas, Lululemon, and more need no introduction, there are an array of under-the-radar labels that make equally great-quality pieces too.

If you’re looking for more brands to shop from, below, we shine the spotlight on nine local brands that’ll guarantee a stylish workout. The best part? They won’t break the bank.

 

Aina Collective

 

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This might just be what you need if you are just starting on your wellness journey. Founded in 2019 by Nadira Hamdan and Hui Yi, Āina Collective is a sustainable local activewear brand that offers a selection of lightweight sports bras, airy tops, and elastic bottoms that are comfortable to wear when sweating out in the gym or at the park. If you’re looking for some fitness buddies, you’re in luck, as the label has a close-knit community where you can take part in activities such as spinning classes and yoga sessions. 

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Own

Based in Johor, Own aspires to create high-quality and fashionable workout clothes for women. What separates it from other brands is the vibrant choices, which include relaxed tops, sports bras in a variety of designs, as well as classic shorts and tights that offer great durability and freedom of movement. Additionally, you can pick up its high-quality warrior mats made of ethically sourced rubber that is designed to stay supple while keeping you cool and dry when working out. 

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Livlola

 

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The brainchild of two sisters who are fashion enthusiasts, Livlola is “designed for studio, street, and lounge”. Its activewear offerings, including sports bras, tank tops, biker shorts, and leggings, will take care of your workout needs, but if you’re looking for more, the brand also has accessories such as gym bags and resistance bands too.

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Terrae

 

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Terrae stands out for one simple reason—its pieces are made from ECONYL, a recycled fibre that’s made from ocean waste. So if looking stylish and sustainable is what you’re going for, here’s the brand to know. The label has also recently launched a limited-edition upcycled scrunchie collection that is perfect for the head-to-toe matching look.

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Camellia Activewear

Love all things girly and feminine? Camellia Activewear’s designs are perfect for you. From a wide range of pastel hues to cute ruffles and cut-out details, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

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Reactive

 

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You know you’re in good hands when the founder of the brand is also a fitness instructor. Aside from creating quality activewear that women will look, feel, and do good in, Reactive also sticks to an eco-friendly and sustainable narrative. The materials used in its pieces are made of Repreve—a fibre derived from recycled water bottles.

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Liberty Active

 

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Regardless of whether you’re into low or high-intensity workouts, Liberty Active’s locally made and designed pieces are the fuss-free picks for your exercises. Aside from bras, tops, leggings, and shorts, the brand also recently introduced sweater short sets that’ll make us enjoy lounging at home that bit more.

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Banana Fighter

Aside from activewear must-haves, you can also find an array of fun pieces on its website, from banana-printed socks that’ll tune up the workout fun, to cropped tops that can be styled in many different ways, to its collaboration with designer Kittie Yiyi.

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MKLZ Collection

MKLZ Collection knows quality activewear helps to take one’s fitness performance to the next level, so if you’re looking for workout clothes that strike the balance between fashion and function, the brand’s no-frills collections are it.

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