The 15 best athleisure brands for men to shop in 2024

We have two moods: spending all of our time at home and movin’ and groovin’ while we’re out and about.

Two moods, but one mission: to find the most versatile and comfortable clothing brands on the market — especially for men, who can be so difficult to shop for.

Whether you’re looking to elevate the basics in your current wardrobe or are looking to snag a stellar gift for a birthday or Father’s Day, we cherry-picked the 15 best men’s athleisure brands of 2024 for you to shop for. From lululemon to Under Armour to Amazon Essentials, there’s something for every man.

To make shopping even easier, we also pulled some of our favorite product selections to give you even more style inspiration. Don’t forget to check out our guides to the best men’s joggers and workout shoes to complete your wardrobe.

Best Athleisure Brands for Men

• Best Overall: Amazon Essentials Men

  

  There’s always something good to find on Amazon, including men’s athleisure. Regardless of your sport of choice or time of season, they have a plethora of options that can take you from the gym to the street in comfort and style.

  Take the Amazon Essentials Men’s Active Sweat Zip Through Hooded Sweatshirt ($20), for example. It has a casual cool look and is soft enough to wear all day, plus provides some protection when running drills outside. It pairs well with the Amazon Essentials Men’s Active Sweat Jogger ($40), which sits comfortably below the waist and comes in four different colors.

  Another pick we love from the brand? Their Performance Tech T-Shirts (starting at $20 for pack of two). They’re quick drying, feature moisture-wicking knit fabric and have a relaxed — not baggy — fit, so they work for the office, as well as the gym.

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• Best Comfortable: Cozy Earth

  

  OK, we really need to put Cozy Earth on your radar. We’ve gotten everyone IRL onto this brand — from our fathers to our boyfriends — and they all say the same thing: everything is the softest they’ve felt.

  At the top of our list are the brand’s Stretch-Knit Bamboo Lounge Tee ($72) and Bamboo Ultra-Soft Shorts ($55). They have other must-buy offerings as far as hoodies and joggers go, too. In short, buy some items from the brand and thank us later.

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• Best Travel: Rhone

  

  We simply have to put Rhone on your radar. The brand is one of the most unique in the athleisure space, much ado to its performance-grade fabrics that are meant to look chic and put-together while commuting, but comfortable enough to sport all day.

  Its Warm Up Tech Full-Zip Hoodie ($148) just looks indulgent to wear and boasts moisture-wicking technology to feel your best. We also recommend shopping the brand’s 7″ Commuter Short ($98) — a best-seller — for an array of color options that will be one of your most-worn.

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• Best Performance: lululemon

  

  Meet one of our readers’ favorites: lululemon. Wherever you’re headed, rest assured that the brand is serving up quality twenty-four/seven — especially in the men’s athleisure department.

  From its Commission Classic-Fit WovenAir 7″ Short ($88) to its Metal Vent Tech Short-Sleeve Short ($78), you’ll be feeling your best, thanks to its breathable fabrics. Oh, and if you’re seeking your next best tank, its Fundamental Tank Top ($48) is a fairly priced buy that you’ll want to wear to the park or by the pool.

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• Best Stylish: Mack Weldon

  

  Recently, we gifted the men in our lives some pieces from Mack Weldon, and they have been living in them, which means one thing: they’re a staple for loungewear and athliesure.

  Shop the brand’s Silver Long-Sleeve T-Shirt ($52) for much-needed comfort. Or, add the brand’s ‘Team Pick’ to your shopping cart: the Ace Sweatpant ($88). Plus, you’ll appreciate its assortment of boxer briefs to keep cool at home.

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• Best Casual: Real Essentials

  

  Oh hello, Mario Lopez. The affordable athleisure brand Real Essentials is backed by Mario Lopez and is some of the comfiest we’ve worn. Shop the brand’s best-selling 3-Pack Cotton Pullover Drawstring Hoodie ($35) and 3-Pack Tech Fleece Jogger Sweatpants with Pockets ($40) for a trio of styles you’ll have on rotation.

  What’s more, the brand has a 5-Pack Mesh Athletic Performance Gym Shorts with Pockets (starting at $27) and a 4-Pack Cotton Performance Crewneck Pocket T-Shirt ($30) to match — the ultimate add-to-cart purchases for warmer temps.

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• Best Workout: Under Armour

  

  As a classic in the sportswear space, Under Armour has a buffet of options that’ll keep you cool, calm and collected — whether you’re off to play basketball or simply lounging around your home.

  Our top picks include the brand’s UA RUSH SmartForm Short Sleeve ($60), plus, its brand-new Unisex UA SlipSpeed Training Shoes ($120). They are the cherry on top of the athleisure sundae.

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• Best Basics: Vuori

  

  As a sought-after men’s athleisure brand, Vuori has everything going on: its attention to high-quality performance apparel is like no other and you’ll appreciate its ready-to-order array of colors and fabrics.

  With nearly 11,000 rave reviews on the brand’s direct-to-consumer site, the Kore Short ($58) is fairly priced for the incredible feel you’ll be grabbing. Not to mention, its Strato Tech Tee ($54) makes a lovely add-on, especially as a gift.

  Plus, the brand’s Ponto Performance Crew ($110 $88) is buttery soft, moisture-wicking and incredibly breathable.

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• Best Classic: adidas

  

  One of the most iconic brands for men’s athleisure is, without a doubt, adidas. The brand’s flagship Club 3-Stripes Tennis Tee ($45) is a popular option.

  Oh, and you can’t not get a hoodie.

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• Best Variety: Nike

  

  Take a word from Nike’s playbook — just do it. Actually, just buy all of its athleisure, because there’s a reason this brand has grown in popularity since 1964.

  Made from sustainable materials, the brand’s Sportswear Premium Essentials Pocket T-Shirt ($45) is a practical purchase you’ll receive tons of wear from, along with the Yoga Texture Dri-FIT Yoga Pants ($95) that truly put the ‘L’ in loungewear.

  For a thoughtful splurge, the brand’s A.P.S. Jacket ($105) is the perfect toss-on all year round, thanks to its generous size range and light-as-air feel.

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• Best for Work: UNIQLO

  

  Known for its relaxed edge and diversity of prints, UNIQLO serves next-level comfort for a fraction of the cost. Namely, its Supima Cotton Crew Neck Short-Sleeve T-Shirt ($25) is a drawer-side staple, as is the case with its Washed Jersey Denim Joggers ($40) that fit like a cloud.

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• Best Hoodies: Abercrombie

  

  Yes, Abercrombie is in its comeback era, and we’re 100% here for it. After speaking with the brand’s VP of brand marketing and strategy, she said the Essential Popover Hoodie ($70) is one of the most sworn-in staples the retailer has to offer.

  Its relatively new athleisure line, YPB (which stands for ‘your personal best,’ BTW) is well-received, too, like its motionTEK 5″ Lined Cardio Short ($30). You may also want to grab one (or a few) of the brand’s tanks.

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• Best Shirts: Allbirds

  

  Its popular footwear aside, Allbirds is one of our favorite brands for loungewear and athleisure. We love the tees and tops that the brand offers. We also are into the signature Tree Runners ($105).

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• Best for Sleep: Tommy John – 20% off sleep, lounge and apparel with code: SOFTSTUFF20

  

  A buzzy direct-to-consumer brand is Tommy John, offering luxe-feeling fabrics that make iconic gifts (whether for the man in your life or for yourself!) Our two favorites are the brand’s Second Skin Crew Neck Tee ($55) and the Luxe French Terry Short ($78 $39) that come in a buffet of colors to suit your style.

  That said, you’ll definitely want to buy every single shade, but save some room in your cart for the Second Skin 3-Pack Deep V-Neck Stay-Tucked Undershirt ($103) for a practical stock-up your armoire needs.

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• Best Pants: Olivers

  

  Meet a brand we’re excited to start shopping from: Olivers. According to the brand’s mission, it’s set out to create “performance apparel for the conscious athlete,” per its site, but you don’t have to be shooting hoops or scoring goals to wear its versatile styles.

  We deem the brand’s Carpenter Shorts ($27) a good fit when the weather gets hot. For colder seasons, we like the Pursuit Joggers ($39).

  And, to gear up for warmer temps ahead, shop Olivers’ new drops for even more to add to your cart.

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