Ok, I know I’ve been slacking in the exercise-department since…hmm…February?  Things got a little busy, some drama erupted, and I backed out of the Ragnar.  I’m a big fat quitter, I know, I know!  But I’m gathering all my guilty feelings and only concentrating them even more into making exercise a priority this summer!  Hubby’s been swamped with studying for the mammoth CFA, but as of last Saturday, he’s a free man and we both sat down and made a master plan.  Beach bodies by July, haha!  One of the key motivators for me is my new outfit from Ellie!

I don’t think I’ve ever seen such savvy gym-wear.  These athletic tops and bottoms are slick, attractive, feminine, and sporty.  I also really like their color schemes–lots of black, gray, coral, lime green, and a little aqua right now.  You really could mix and match practically any top and any bottom and have a perfect workout outfit.  And did you know they release a new collection every month?  EVERY month?  I just got a sneak peak at the next collection.  Very very cool.  I fell for the Coral Crush collection…

Ellie let me try out two pieces–the Double Threat Tank (sold for $49.95) and the Double Decker Capri (sold for $69.95).  These two together make a dynamic pair, and the look is so athletic, girly, and chic!  I would feel comfortable anywhere, doing anything, in this outfit!  It is perfect for the gym, a run around town, a yoga class, or even race day.

  

This top rocks.  I’m a fairly busty girl, so one sports bra aint never gonna cut it for me, so consider me an anomaly and know that the average girl will love the amount of support this number has, and not have to wear another black sports bra underneath.  Plus, its water, wind and tear resistant.The way the top is interlaced is so sporty and chic, and the way these two go together is just how I like it.  Not like a matchy-matchy jumpsuit, but two pieces that coordinate very well, and I look like an intentionally-dressed gym-girl.

I haven’t felt this skinny in spandex workout clothes EVER!  Talk about major support and compression, but not in a too-tight or restricting way.  They only feel extremely comfortable and breathable, due to the 4-way stretch and the EllieTex fabric, which I don’t know exactly what that is, but its fantastic.

There is a thick pink waistband on these capris that can be left up for more compression and support (definitely my preference), or worn folded down, as in this picture above.  I threw these in the washer after my workout this morning (thanks Charisse, for motivating me!) and they came out just like new.  No shrinkage, fading, or pilling.  Expertly sewn flat seams help avoid chafing and allow for a secure stretch.

This just in:

Ellie is expanding their size chart!  Their next collection is going to start offering size XL for three of the bottoms and the next collection after that will offer every piece in an XL!

Another fantastic collection right now at Ellie is their Cosmic Love.  I love these neon brights!  A little loud for everyday wear, but SO fun and SO spot on for the gym!

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