14 best Australian activewear brands to know and love in 2025

We love our international activewear brands. But, we’ll always come back to the Australian brands. The ones that truly understand what it’s like to work, live and play in our unique climate and culture.

We know that Australian fashion designers are some of the most unique and vibrant players in the fashion landscape – and Australian activewear brands are no different. These are the brands that create and innovate, producing some of the best in athletic and athleisure wear in the world.

In preparation for your next pilates session or gym day, we’ve compiled our edited list of 16 of the best Australian activewear brands to get familiar with.

1. The Upside

One of the most well-known Australian activewear bands, The Upside are a go-to brand those seeking athleisure in the luxury space. Since launching in 2014, the brand has gone on to craft a cohesive range of gymwear, yoga pieces, swimwear amongst leisure pieces for post-sweat attire.

2. Pinky & Kamal

Specialising in active and athleisure pieces, Pinky & Kamal is a conscious brand that designs multifunctional apparel. The brand has a distinct aesthetic. It’s matching ribbed sets and elegant pilates flares are among the brands instantly recognisable pieces. A brand with a deeply considered ethos, each Pinky & Kamal piece is designed to transcend trends and mould to bodies of any shape or age.

3. Nimble

The passion project of high school friends Katia Santilli and Vera Yan, Nimble was crafted out of a desire for practical but aesthetic activewear – but with a conscious mindset. It’s known for its refined prints and dependable support necessary when exercising.

4. Aje Athletica

Designers of the perfect puff sleeve dress, Aje has expanded in to the activewear scene with its off-shoot Aje Athletica. You can shop the pieces online, but the brand also has Aje Athletica flagship stores popping up in key locations – and they’re complete with holistic health offerings from sustainable skin and bodycare brand IKKARI.

5. Bonds

The iconic Aussie underwear brand also has an activewear branch – offering a swathe of comfy sweatsuits, bike shorts, sports bras, leggings and yoga pants. You can also pick up some new sport socks and seamless undies while you’re at it.

6. Lorna Jane

Probably Australia’s most well-known homegrown activewear label, Lorna Jane is known for their lasting quality and timeless designs. The full range is available online, or the brand also has plenty of brick-and-mortar stores in most cities around the country.

7. Nagnata

Nagnata has a unique take on the concept of athleisure. It’s signature knitted pieces are made with renewable and natural fibres, something uncommon in the activewear space. The instantly recognisable pieces are cult favourites, especially among those who value slow fashion.

8. P.E Nation

A global symbol of Australian activewear brands, P.E Nation is a favourite of those wanting elevate and experiment with their exercise gear. Patterns, layers and experimental silhouettes are all part of the P.E Nation aesthetic.

9. CSB

Short for Crop Shop Boutique, CBS is a trend-led activewear brand designed to fit in with your lifestyle. CSB has a range of different fabric types that offer different compression levels depending on the type of activity you’re doing. Are your e a runner, dancer or just looking for something to lounge in? CSB has a considered solution for just about any fitness style.

10. Leelo Active

The Perth-based activewear company believes in a sartorial coalescence of efficacy and form, offering a stellar lineup of sportswear basics in rich and muted hues.

11. Vehla

Vehla is a brand all about elegant neutrals that can be mixed and matched. This activewear and eyewear brand creates timeless pieces that are designed to blend seamlessly into your wardrobe and lifestyle. Vehla is activewear that can take you from easily from pilates to brunch.

12. Stax

Perth activewear brand Stax creates functional yet style-first activewear. The brand’s has a finger-on-the-pulse approach to design, modelling its pieces on the key aesthetics of the moment.

13. dk active

At the core of the dk active brand is environmentally responsible design, with a passion for ethical business practice. Pieces are creative with longevity and comfort at the forefront of the design process – meaning they can call your wardrobe home for longer.

14. Bay Active

The aptly named Bay Active was founded in Byron Bay.  It crafts its activewearfrom organic and regenerated fibres, often collaborating with other brands in repurposing surplus fabrics. Ideal for yoga and pilates, its pieces are a dream to wear thanks to their functionality and muted tones.