Adidas by Stella McCartney now available at Nordstrom

In the world of fashion, every day is a fashion show and the world is your runway. Fashionistas eager to make a statement will glitz and glam for a movie, style it up for a restaurant, and "stomp to the death" on every sidewalk or stretch of concrete they walk across. But how far does this metaphor actually extend? If you ask Stella McCartney, nothing is off limits, and that includes the gym.
I'll admit it. I used to be one of those girls who saw the gym for what it was, a place to exercise. I'd use my time on the elliptical to "people watch" and poke fun at all the girls with caked-on makeup and hair coiffed to the utmost perfection. Does vanity seriously have to extend into exercise, now? My gym days would consist of a messy ponytail, baggy sweats and any makeup on my face was probably left over from the previous night. Lately, however, I've gotten hooked on the "fashionable-while-exercising" trend thanks to the recent line, Adidas by Stella McCartney.
In September 2004, British designer Stella McCartney (world-renowned for her couture) joined forces with Adidas to create a line of sports performance apparel for women. The result? A fashionable line of athletic wear blending retro and futuristic elements that promises to enhance performance in sports such as yoga, dance, running, tennis and various other ventures.
The line, available online or in Nordstrom, boasts outfits for multiple sports ranging in category from studio to aerobic to outdoor. Customers can purchase the apparel in a pre-styled ensemble, courtesy of the enticing model photographs on her website, or buy the clothes separate depending on personal preference. In addition to providing clothes, accessories such as running shoes and gym bags are also offered online.
A far cry from McCartney's famous thousand dollar shirts and pants, this line is actually affordable, though some may argue it is still pricey for gym wear. Most items are under $200, though a full outfit may cost a bit more. Buyers can opt for pants, shorts, skirts, dresses, bathing suits and leotards. You'll never again feel grungy or "bumish" at the gym.
My favorite piece from the collection is her three-quarter length running leggings for $80. They are extremely comfortable and practical for running in the heat or cold, but can also transition as a great "running errands" outfit if you don't feel like donning your pajama bottoms to the bank.
The great thing about the collection is that it's fashionable without being overdone. The clothes won't turn heads for being ridiculous or out of place. They'll just make people admire the athlete underneath them. The best part is that the clothes allow you to dress the part, even if you don't actually measure up to the athletic criteria.