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I know many of you (us included) have been spending more time working from home and dressed in cozy, comfy clothes. Sweaty Betty London is all about hoodies, leggings, cozy wool sweaters, tank tops, wrap coats, workout bras and accessories, ideal for running, spin class, hiking, yoga — pretty much any sport where layering and comfort are key.

Last year, we featured a few Sweaty Betty items from their beautiful workout lineup, and with the pandemic not winding down just yet, we thought it would be an ideal time to revisit their popular Power Leggings and cozy-as-can-be Escape Luxe Hoodie.

Both have revamped colours and patterns this year for a whole new look to add to your home life/gym life wardrobe.

Escape Luxe Hoodie

Sweaty Betty’s Italian-made Escape Luxe Hoodie is made using a 45% recycled (created from fabric off-cuts) cotton/fleece blend. This soft, warm hoodie is longer than typical sportier models for added cold-weather warmth.

The loose-fitting, flattering split-hem style has a deep arm cuff with thumb holes to protect the tops of your hands from the cold and is insulated to wick moisture from your body’s sweat to keep you dry. The hem also drapes nicely over leggings, jeans and skirts.

And the updated style now includes two cozy side pockets! Metallic eyelets and drawstring tips bearing the Sweaty Betty brand add a finishing touch of style to the Escape Luxe.

There’s also a cropped version of the this popular hoodie if you’re looking for a shorter style. I definitely plan on wearing mine post-workout as well as on cold morning power walks.

In addition to Black Cherry, Beetle Blue and Black, this year’s new colours include Air Blue, Dark Forest, Misty Rose Pink and Renaissance Red; in sizes XXS to XL, USD $168

Power 7/8 Workout Leggings

The Power 7/8 Workout Leggings are super comfy and keep their form when walking, jogging, stretching and cycling. If you’re on the short side (I’m 5’4”), the 7/8 Workout Leggings offer the perfect length too!

These feature a secret rear zipped section and a deep side pocket just below the waistband, perfect for a smart phone, ID, cash or credit cards.

The bum-sculpting, stretchy fabric is sweat-wicking and quick-drying with reinforced, flattering seams in key areas.

Having an adjustable, looped drawstring is an advantage over an open drawstring (that can sometimes get lost inside the waistband during washing). Inseam is 60cm/24”. Sweaty Betty leggings are available in eight solids colours plus nine patterns, sized XXS to XL; USD $100

Other legging styles include cropped, full-length and capri.

Sweaty Betty is available globally online and at Nordstrom in both the US and Canada (sadly the pandemic has caused them to close the 12 Sweaty Betty US boutiques). Sweaty Betty ships from their London HQ to all parts of the USA & Canada.