Get Moving With 21 Local Activewear Brands for Every Kind of Workout

Get Moving With 21 Local Activewear Brands for Every Kind of Workout

Photo: Courtesy Of Nagnata

Kit yourself out in supportive sports bras, sculpting tights and post-sweat sweats from Aussie brands.

Words by Alice Jeffery And Emily McEvoy · Updated on 13 May 2026 · Published on 13 May 2026

There’s nothing quite like a fresh set of activewear to boost your motivation to move. From buttery soft styles designed for yoga classes to matching sets for going beyond the studio and performance-minded pieces to aid recovery, these Aussie brands have it all.

Nimble

Nimble is built on the idea of making quality activewear that feels great. Focusing on bodies and the planet, the Sydney brand’s considered range is designed to free you from picking, pulling and readjusting. The In Tempo woven shorts and bra come in cloud, black and zesty yellow this season and are perfect for low-impact activities. Other current brand favourites include the Sweat to Splash range and flared legging styles.

Buy at Nimble

Dharma Bums

Started in response to the rubbish found washing up on Sydney’s northern beaches, Dharma Bums has a close connection with nature and a heavy focus on sustainability. The collection is filled with fabrics made from recycled post-consumer PET bottles. Active pants come in cropped, seven-eighths and full-length fits for legs of all shapes and sizes. The breathable, moisture-wicking pieces are perfect for your morning walk or a flowy yoga session.

Buy at Dharma Bums

Paire

Paire is a Broadsheet favourite for silky intimates, cosy socks and timeless basics. The Melbourne label branched into activewear last year, maintaining its buttery-soft, eco-conscious fabrications, of course. The collection includes bike shorts, leggings and tops and sports bras – all in stylish, understated tones like black, espresso, merlot and sky – for wardrobe staples that go beyond just working out. Layer up with boxy, oversized hoodies and merino wool loungewear from the brand’s new autumn collection.

Buy at Paire

LNDR

Though the brand does it all, LNDR really knows leggings. Exercise is serious business with a need for serious support and LNDR’s use of high-grade elastane allows for a firmer, more compressive, figure-hugging hold across its designs. Female-owned – two of the founders are from Queensland, though the brand’s head office is in London – and with focus on quality, it has a collection of long-lasting activewear to help you feel supported in style.

Buy at LNDR

Pinky & Kamal

Designed to seamlessly transition from the studio to the street, Pinky & Kamal’s collection nails style you can move in – then feel confident speeding to any post-workout plans. The label’s yoga line blends organic cotton and bamboo in various on-trend cuts and styles – like capri leggings, foldover shorts and high-neck racer tops, alongside more classic silhouettes like yin flares and crops. The sport collection has a sprint-and-track energy, with snug and weightless designs finished with stripes, zips and piped seams.

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Boody

It’s no surprise that one of Broadsheet’s favourite underwear brands is also a top contender for ultra-comfy gym gear. Made from organic bamboo, Boody’s active collection seeks to make sure you feel good about what you’re putting on your body. Super stretchy, buttery-soft pieces guarantee comfort for any activity – even (and especially) your morning coffee run.

Buy at Boody

Rec Gen

Gym bag staple or running kit? With Sydney-based Rec Gen, it’s both. The label’s clean lines and muted palettes take you seamlessly from a heavy gym session to whatever comes next, while the technical fabrics keep up with whatever you throw at them – from strength sessions to Sunday morning runs.

Buy at The Iconic

Lorna Jane

One of the OG names in Australian activewear, Lorna Jane has your workout wear covered. The Brisbane brand, which was founded in 1990, has become a staple for active lifestyles. From logo tees to sculpting tights (which stay up) and supportive sports bras, these pieces will stay in your wardrobe for years to come.

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Aje Athletica

Creative collaborators Adrian Norris and Edwina Forest aimed for the space between fashion and function when creating Aje Athletica’s elevated range. The label’s offering spans off-duty tees, tanks and pants, as well as sports-ready bras and bike shorts. Signature spray jackets and windbreaker shirts are perfect for throwing over your workout gear and getting your 10,000 steps in.

Buy at Aje Athletica

The Upside

Court sports, après-ski and swimwear – The Upside’s range spans beyond the usual when it comes to activewear. Living between New York and Hawaii, and practising yoga daily, Aussie model and designer Jodhi Meares believes exercise should be fun and seeks to add colour and soul to the brand’s pieces. Add a pair of signature printed leggings to your collection for an instant mood boost.

Buy at The Upside

108 Sportif

108 Sportif is built on the idea of creating a capsule wardrobe for your active and athleisure wear. Striking cut-outs and sculptural silhouettes arrive in classic black, white and navy colourways. Find balance and harmony with the Yin and Yang capsule, stylish pieces that are designed to move with your body.

Buy at 108 Sportif

Nagnata

Blurring the lines between fashion and function, Nagnata’s collections are carried by its responsible wool standard merino-blend pieces. The Byron Bay-based brand’s signature ribbed styles, which arrive in a rainbow of hues, are just as suited to sweating it out on the mat as they are to cosying up on the couch. The brand’s Movement 16 capsule is a trans-seasonal sweat saviour – wear the Classic wool bralet and micro shorts and play mix and match with colours.

Buy at Nagnata

Active Truth

Real bodies and diverse representation are the foundations of Active Truth’s offering, which focuses on serving and celebrating the activewear needs of all women. The brand prides itself on offering activewear for real people, with sizes spanning 8 to 26, as well as a maternity collection. Shop supportive and size-inclusive styles in subtle hues with the brand’s core release.

Buy at Active Truth

Salt and Ripple

Salt and Ripple’s workout basics are anything but basic. Bold colours and intricate patterns sit alongside quality fabrics and flattering cuts across a range of sports bras, bike shorts and halter tops in spritely hues. The micro skort – a fan-favourite for tennis-inspired attire – has also just restocked, if you’re after something a little different to fuel your workouts.

Buy at Salt and Ripple

PE Nation

PE Nation offers activewear for everyday life with its urban-inspired pieces. The Sydney brand is best known for its logo-clad designs and bold prints, which are favoured by sportswear maximalists. New to the scene is the Adaption sports bra, full-length leggings and Signature socks. The outerwear collection is filled with heavyweights that work for pre- and post-studio, as well as off-duty days.

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Bondi Active

Named for one of the most active neighbourhoods in Australia, Bondi Active’s vibrant collection is designed to take you from working out to brunch to the beach. The Baseline collection is made from a quick-dry bio-nylon, a sustainable fabric derived from plant fibres.

Buy at Bondi Active

Saint Layers

Saint Layers launched in July 2023 but draws on nearly 10 years of experience – the brand is connected to Saint Moto, which is best known for its disruptive and revolutionary single safety denim for motorcyclists. With an obsessive approach to materials, the team has worked to create unique, sustainably minded fabrics with highly considered yarn combinations. With a focus on performance compression pieces, Saint Layers offers a collection of high quality, medical-grade garments that aid blood flow and help with recovery after exertion, reducing swelling and soreness – whether you’re taking your place on the podium, bouncing back from injury or travelling at altitude. Shop styles designed for running and training, as well as the signature compression collection.

Buy at Saint Layers

LSKD

LSKD (Loose Kid) is the king of sleek, high quality designs that inspire you move fast and work hard. Get training with the best-selling Rep tights and Twist sports bra – these core pieces are lightweight, versatile and supportive. The brand’s unisex range of trackies, tees and hoodies adds a dose of inspiration to the everyday, sporting slogans like “Love the Process” and “1% Better Every Day”.

Buy at LSKD

Estroni

Estroni wants you to switch to natural fibres, with a merino wool range for your activewear collection. The brand started with sleek bodysuits and has since expanded into buttery-smooth separates, from sports bras to bike shorts and full-length leggings. Styles are designed to be worn through pregnancy and postpartum, encouraging you to cut plastic out of your wardrobe – not just in the kitchen and the bathroom.

Buy at Estroni

Kynd Society

Kynd Society takes trending silhouettes and fuses them with functionality – matching sets in tonal colours are in the spotlight right now. As part of the brand’s circular initiative, you can return well-worn pieces to Kynd Society and the brand will recycle the fabrics into future collections. Plus, you’ll get Kynd credit to use for your next order.

Buy at Kynd Society

CSB

Buttery soft and supportive is the best way to describe CSB’s active collection. Designed for low-impact exercise, the brand offers a range of crop tops with cut-outs and one-shoulder styling, which can also be worn as part of everyday wardrobes. Signature bike shorts and leggings feature tapered waistbands to avoid the need to pull your pants up mid workout.

Buy at CSB

Additional reporting by Simone Richardson.

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