How to Style Activewear Like a Cool Girl

It's easier than you think.
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While it may just seem reserved for celebrities and street style regulars, adding a more fashion-twist to your casual, everyday activewear — be it a pair of sneakers or some running shorts — can be done right by literally anyone. The key is to forget about traditional stying "rules," and not worry about whether or not you can pull it off. Instead, focus on what makes you feel the most confident and comfortable, we promise the cool factor will automatically follow.

To show us a thing or two about styling your most casual pieces for just about any situation, we teamed up with some of our favorite Her Platform girls — skateboarder and model Briana King, videographer and creative Zoe Lawrence, and Youtube's favorite Rachel Nguyen of That's Chic — in collaboration with Nike. Scroll through, take some notes, and get inspired to maximize your comfy wardrobe down.

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Never underestimate the power of the dress and sneaker combo — it's a no-brainer when you're looking to stay comfortable all day. Maki Oh dress, Nike sneakers.

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Sneakers that are traditionally seen as running-only are fair game too. Pick a bright pair and let them set the color palette for your whole look. Lands' End jacket, Eckhaus Latta shirt, Hanes tank, Nike shorts and sneakers.

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Zimmermann dress, Nike jacket and sneakers.

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Lightweight athletic jackets are an easy way to add an edgier element to a more feminine look, and an extra layer during cool nights. Nike jacket, Maryam Nassir Zadeh bralette and pants, Nike sneakers.

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Moon Choi romper, Nanushka turtleneck, Nike shorts and sneakers.

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Want a playful, albeit subtle, way to get your logos in there? Take advantage of the sheer trend and layer underneath. Staud top, Alessandra Rich shorts, Nike bodysuit.

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Make your 'running' shorts everyday shorts by pairing them with more volume and texture on top. Baserange top, Nike shorts and sneakers.

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Opting for a colored sneaker doesn't mean you have to stick to neutrals for the rest of your look — elevate your outfit by mixing in different colors and textures.

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A Peace Treaty jacket, Nike foil jacket, Nanushka shorts, Nike sneakers.

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