I cycle daily and was thinking to update my summer wardrobe with some basic cotton-based (just not too sporty looking) bicycle shorts which I can style with blouses/shirts/longer t-shirts. Looking to wear them for work too so don’t want to get some bad quality/see -through ones. Thanks!

  • 200ok@lemmy.world
    3·
    7 months ago

    A few preliminary Qs for you:

    • Do you have any examples of other leggings or shorts that you like (and what are they lacking)?

    • Most athletic-wear is made from synthetic fabric. Are you willing to consider alternatives to cotton? If so, what other fabrics do you like?

    • Without giving away your location, do you have a preference for brands? (i.e. some people don’t have access to American brands)

    • giriinthejungle@lemmy.worldOP
      3·
      7 months ago

      Did not expect this post to survive to a point of obtaining more details. :)

      • yes, I love GAP fit short. They are the most comfortable ones for me. However, they have side pockets (which I love when I am doing sports) but that gives away they are sporty. Am looking for something more versatile.
      • Yes, I am. Just figured cotton(mix) might go better with shirts (big fan of oversized stripe/Hawaiian shirts + tops under)
      • And am in Europe and have access to many brands, but you are correct, to the American limited.

      Thanks for your time!

      • 200ok@lemmy.world
        3·
        7 months ago

        Have you tried the GAP’s athletic “sister brand” Athleta? It’s hit or miss and I find they’re quality is in between GAP and Lululemon. A few of their pants I can wear to work. It’s a bit pricey but they have regular sales that I take advantage of and have been happy with most of the things I purchased there.

        • giriinthejungle@lemmy.worldOP
          3·
          7 months ago

          No! I buy GAP often and never any of damn tracking engines offered me Athlete. I just checked and I can actually order it, so that great! I don’t mind paying a bit more when I know it’s good. That being said, lululemon I still haven’t tried out due to the price. Would you recommend them? Are they that good?

          • 200ok@lemmy.world
            3·
            7 months ago

            I still have Lululemon clothes I bought a decade ago and they still look good.

            I find their “align” biker shorts pretty flattering because they don’t squeeze at the openings, but I get a longer length (6 inch) because I found the shorter ones would ride up. They’re also a more breathable (thinner but not see-through) fabric that’s nicer for summer.