The new Lift Seamless collection launched on July 22 and promises a ‘natural’ lift and better support – not to mention a range of new colours
Those of us who prefer weight training for our workout to hitting the treadmill or pounding the pavement for some cardio know having the right sort of support in our activewear is imperative to feeling strong and comfortable. While cardio often requires a high-impact sports bra that keeps our chest secure and leggings that stay up on the waist, for weight-training, which requires us to lift heavy, higher stretch, and more coverage is needed. Especially when embarking on leg day.
Gymshark is one brand renowned for its activewear sets, which provide exactly that in its shorts and leggings, whose added details, like bum scunches and waist panels, are as flattering as they are practical. The brand has today (July 22) launched a new range of its Lift Seamless collection, promising it’s ‘better’ than ever.
‘Rebuilt to retain its spot as the glutiest collection in the game’, the brand claims its new Seamless Lift 2.0 that its mid-rise waist ‘flatters better than ever’, while its stretchy ‘squatproof’ fabric is ‘soft’ and offers the most ‘natural-looking lift’ to our glutes. It also shares how it’s ‘improved scrunch means more glute definition and no more uni-bum’.
Ranging from leggings and shorts to tops and bras, this new collection is also launching in ‘more colours than ever before’, including butter yellow, hot pink, a more muted pink, orange, sky blue and more. Isla Gilbertson, Design Manager at Gymshark, explained: “Following feedback from our community, we’ve really rethought the textures of Lift Seamless 2.0: where they sit, and how they contour the glutes.”
It’s important to note that while the shorts and leggings can handle a range of high-impact activities like HIIT, running, spin, weights and more, its new Seamless Lift 2.0 bras are more designed for low-impact, due to their reduced coverage and support – ie, there’s no wiring and the straps are relatively thin.
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The new Lift Seamless 2.0 collection launched on July 22.
As a big fan of Gymshark workout wear myself – I have a pair of its leggings, interval shorts, top and a bra – I can attest to its quality; I rarely experience the waistband rolling down, regardless of activity, and never suffer from transparency when doing squats (even when wearing bold colours knickers, accidentally).
With this in mind, I thought I’d share just a few of my favourite pieces from the new collection and why.
Lift Seamless 2.0 Mid-Rise Leggings and matching Lift Seamless Short Sleeve Top – £35 and £54
I’m a sucker for a matching set, and this is where Gymshark excels – its workout wear is always aesthetically pleasing whilst offering incredible performance. The top has a flattering body-hugging fit while offering light, compressive support. It’s made from seamless, breathable, sweat-wicking fabric, which is always welcome for those sweaty gym sessions and its short sleeves are fitted and come to halfway down the bicep – great for those who’d prefer to keep their arms covered.
The design features shadowing and texture under the bust for an enhanced look as well as on its back. It also has a cropped length that comes to the waist.
Meanwhile, the leggings have been designed specifically for lifting as their thicker, squat-proof fabric means wearers can squat, bend and stretch without worrying the fabric will go see-through. Similar to the top, the leggings have shadowing and texture beneath the glutes to naturally lift and enhance, which complements their scrunch-bum feature. Its mid-rise waistband falls just below the belly button, ensuring a flattering finish.
The brand explains: “Our Lift Seamless Leggings are the leggings for enhancing your glutes. Rather than a traditional ruched-scrunch that can often sit on top of your glutes, these leggings feature a long elastic scrunch detail that provides proper glute separation for a fully lifted look. With a soft-touch feel and high compression that feels “just right” (not too tight), Lift Seamless offers a squat-proof, supportive and sculpting fit, with details that gently lift and shape (like a wide rib knit waistband), making them perfect for heavy leg days.”
For those who aren’t too fond of the trending scrunch-bum design, another pair of leggings that I swear by for squats (when my Gymshark design is in the wash) is TALA’s SkinLuxe No Front Seam Legging in Americano, £52. The waistband stays put, the seamless front is super comfortable, and its thick enough material ensures no transparency. What’s more is that the material is buttery soft and feels unbelievable next to skin.
Lift Seamless 2.0 Mid-Rise Shorts and matching Lift Seamless Tank with Shelf– £40 and £38
Every workout wardrobe needs a good pair of shorts, and this butter-yellow set, made up of the brand’s newest Lift Seamless 2.0 Mid-Rise Shorts and matching Lift Seamless Tank with Shelf is just so chic. Firstly, the shorts – similar to the leggings, they have a 4-way stretch for ample movement, while their super soft fabric makes them comfortable to wear and easy to move around for the optimal fit.
Meanwhile, the Lift Seamless Tank with Shelf features a built-in bust shelf (no need for double-layering with an extra bra) and thick straps that provide the right amount of support for weight lifting. The straps are also adjustable at the back and have a sporty cross-back design – although it can be switched up to be straight, which is a fun addition.
This top is a great option for those who don’t want to show off their midriff, as it hits at the hips, making it ideal for pairing with mid-rise shorts. Of course, it’s important to note that transparency is more likely in lighter coloured clothes, and so the brand recommends wearing nude underwear with this set.
If mid-rise isn’t quite your bag, I’m particularly fond of H&M’s high rise sports shorts, like these Sports cycling shorts with SoftMove™, £15.99, which have a wide waist panel and soft, sweat-wicking material.
Lift Seamless Sports Bra – £38
This pretty pink bra is a lovely new addition to its pink range, as it’s warmer and features a coral undertone, making it a great alternative to the striking hot pink designs. With a similar shape to the seamless tank top, it features gentle ruching at the bust for a ‘little lift at the front’, while its light support is comfortable for weight lifting and activities like pilates.
