Review: Torrid Plus Size Activewear
People ask me all the time, what is the best plus size activewear?
The answer is... there is no solid answer. The best plus size activewear is the activewear you actually WEAR and feel great in. Different bodies are going to feel comfortable in different styles. Also, different styles work for different activities and, of course, people have different price points. It's my goal to show you what your choices are and give you honest feedback that you can apply for your own life!Continuing my review of plus size activewear... next up is Torrid! I have a special place in my heart for Torrid; I've visited their offices and worked with their team before and I genuinely believe that the folks there are interested in serving plus size women through fashion. I also am a huge fan of their denim! I've been wearing Torrid plus size activewear for the last eight or nine months and have found their pieces to be well-made, comfortable and durable.Torrid is one of my legit go-to's for activewear. Sometimes plus fashion brands that "do" activewear in the mix just don't get it. Torrid does.I do a pretty thorough review of all the styles I tried this go-around, but I do want to highlight this stuff in specific.First, here is a close up of the difference bewteen the biker shorts and the bermuda shorts. Check out the difference in length here. On the left are the Biker shorts and the Bermuda are on the right. If you are taller, you might prefer the Bermuda. For me? Team bike shorts all the way!Also, this workout outfit might be one of my most favorite I've ever worn...In love with everything about this outfit. Wearing the bike shorts, a tank and that hoodie!Lastly, I don't touch on this in the video, but for the last year I have been wearing the heck out of Torrid tee's. Their cotton blend tee's are my favorite for working out. I'm a big fan of the black tee's that have phrases on them.Like this one...And like this one![embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/BPaag1mBndH/?taken-by=greaterat40[/embed]And like this one![embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/BLEdxLzhOpU/?taken-by=greaterat40[/embed]And this![embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/BKd91uQBfCS/?taken-by=greaterat40[/embed]And this. So, basically, I wear the heck out of these tees![embed]https://www.instagram.com/p/BKMVCrwBqmh/?taken-by=greaterat40[/embed]Torrid does BADASS and fun tees! Don't overlook these when making your choices. Here's the yoga pants, the same tank and hoodie straight from my workout; I'm at choir practcie!I reviewed the following styles:Underwire Sports Bra / Size 42DDColorblock Biker Shorts / Size 3XColorblock Bermuda Shorts / Size 3XPerforated Shadow Stripe Hoodie / Size 3XPerforated Shadow Stripe Hi-Low Tank Top / Size 3XCage Print Sports Bra / Size 3XCrisscrossed Strap Cropped Leggings / Size 3XRibbed Waist Yoga Pants / Size 3XOh My Quad Tank Top / Size 3XCutie With a Booty Tee / Size 3X
Final Verdict
Price Point: Moderate / $39 – $59Ideal Activity Level: Moderate to heavy.Who Is This Workout Gear Great For: Someone who is ready to sweat and to do it in style! I would definitely say Torrid Activewear is more trend-conscious and contemporary. They use neon colors and have added details and touches.Favorite Style Not to Miss: I'm going to cheat and give you a few here. All of the items listed are ones I would 100% pay full price for without any discount and without any hesitation.
The Criss Cross Strapped Leggings are amazing. I have worn these in two different sizes and I will keep wearing them as I size down as needed. It's the fabric that makes these cropped leggings special- they are the single thickest pair of leggings I have come across for this price point!! This means they last through tons of wear and won't fade at the butt like many leggings do -- no see through booty here!
The comfortable and super wear-friendly net hoodie. This piece is a must-have and I anticipate wearing it for many months ahead! It comes in black and coral.
The underwire sports bra is a great buy for someone who is looking for a traditional-style sports bra. It holds up well for heavy activity and is comfortable to wear.
Ribbed Yoga pants are 100% an item not to miss!
Have you worn Torrid plus size activewear? Chime in below and let me know your thought! Also, feel free to ask me any questions you like!