# Sporty Workout Dresses Outdoor Voices Launched the 'Exercise Dress' as an Alternative to Pants By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-05-24 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exercise-dress References: [instyle](http://www.instyle.com/news/outdoor-voices-exercise-dress) & [outdoorvoices](https://www.outdoorvoices.com/products/exercise-dress?variant=1559556096005) When it comes to getting outfitted to do any sort of physical activity, consumers are typically restricted to wearing either a [bodysuit or a two-piece ensemble](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-collections), but Outdoor Voices now offers a unique new option in the form of the 'Exercise Dress.' The A-line dress boasts a mid-thigh length and a construction of lightweight, yet stretchy fabric. Since moving around intensely will inevitably cause the skirt portion of the dress to rise up, Outdoor Voices integrated a [built-in bodysuit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harland-threads). The style of the garment still allows for a top of one's choice to be comfortably worn underneath and Outdoor Voices' website shows how its TechSweat Crop pairs with the dress. The breathable Outdoor Voices Exercise Dress is sweat-wicking, fast-drying and promises to be useful for a [wide range of fitness activities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/activewear-essentials), from dancing to lifting weights. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 82% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Sporty Workout Dresses:** Companies can explore the possibility of integrating built-in bodysuits in A-line dresses for workouts. - **Athletic Wearable Dresses:** Innovative designers can create technologically advanced, functional and comfortable athletic wearable dresses. - **Fashionable Workout Attire:** Companies can explore ways to add style and aesthetic appeal to workout attire, making it more versatile and fashionable. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Athletic Apparel:** Athletic apparel manufacturers can expand their product line to include versatile and functional dresses. - **Fashion:** Fashion designers can add a functional appeal to their clothing lines by creating fashionable workout attire. - **Retail:** Retailers can explore the growing market for versatile, comfortable and fashionable athletic wear. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Effortless Workout Fashion Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/set-active.md) - [Contemporary Athleisure Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staud-sport-1.md) - [High-Performance Workout Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/athleta-2.md) - [Performance-Focused Athleisure Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dicks-sporting-goods-1.md) - [Activewear Lounge Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-motions-collection.md) - [Essential 90s-Inspired Activewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/90sinspired-activewear.md) - [Functional Activewear Skorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/harland-threads.md) - [Eco-Minded Workout Wear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hm-2.md) - [Thoughtfully Designed Activewear Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/motion-collections.md)