The 11 Best Exercise Dresses for Fitness and More

This dress can take significant credit for kick-starting the exercise dress's rise—and it's worth the hype. (Editor's note: I own three of these dresses and wear them weekly.) Outdoor Voices' flagship dress has evolved since its 2018 debut, adding design features like adjustable straps, internal grips on the shorts liners, and an extra pocket added for optimal comfort.

Sizes: XXS to XXXL

What customers are saying: "I am in love with my OV dresses! They are perfect for trips, games, running, and fun! I love the pockets, I carry minimal objects and with the pockets I know they are secure and don’t worry about my cards and keys getting in the way. I have a collection of 5 now, and the red butterfly pattern is my fav!"

Madewell’s exercise dress has all the technical details you need for a low-impact workout and running errands afterward. Key features include soft fabric with a hint of stretch made from recycled materials, built-in shorts, and a crisscross back, complete with a built-in shelf bra for extra support. And yes, those shorts have pockets. The fabric is also UPF 40+, adding an extra layer of sun protection.

Sizes: 1X–4X

What customers are saying: “I bought two colors and love this dress. It’s flattering and doesn’t hit the wrong spots like some of these athletic dresses. The blue and green are beautiful shades.”

Lululemon’s simple tank dress is made from the brand’s best-loved leggings fabric: the buttery-soft Nulu. Wear this dress for low-impact activities, such as yoga or a casual park date, or bring it on your next trip, if you know you’ll be walking a lot. It’s sweat-wicking for long days under the sun, as well as fashionable, so you can pop into that cute café for happy-hour drinks after your workout.

Sizing: 0-20

What customers are saying: “I started with the cream, but now have the black, green and brown. That’s a clue. It’s flattering, functional and comfortable. With the simple style I’ve worn it with tennis shoes, flip flops and sandals. It packs well too.”

A favorite among celebrities like Kendall Jenner and Hailey Bieber, Alo Yoga’s signature soft and breathable fabrication is what makes this one worth taking for a spin. A miniskirt, nipped-in waist, and sweetheart neckline make it resemble your favorite LBD (so feel free to wear this outside of traditional sports settings), while activewear details such as a built-in bra and hidden shorts (with pockets!) make it exercise-ready.

Sizes: XXS–L

What customers are saying: “I have a couple of these dresses and absolutely love them… so soft and very flattering. Perfect for walking my dog, running errands or even going out at night. A must have for traveling.”

You won't have to lift a finger to adjust this dress while you're working out. Made with Sweaty Betty's best-selling fabric, this exercise dress perfectly balances stretch and compression for a fit that moves with you (not against you). Inside, you'll find built-in shorts with a pocket and a shelf bra with removable pads.

Sizes: XS–XXL

What customers are saying: "Fits perfect! I ordered the XS and it fit true to size. Length was perfect. Not too short/not too long."

Nike’s dress combines all the technical necessities to keep you dry throughout a high-impact sweat session—this one is made from the brand’s signature Dri-Fit fabric and has a loose, fluid miniskirt that won’t cling to the body. However, the swoosh logo on the front and cutout back detail put a modern twist on classic tennis whites. Wear this for a rousing game of pickleball, badminton, or squash—or simply out and about for a neighborhood walk or low-impact hike.

Sizings: XS-XL

What customers are saying: “The pockets are just right. This is one of my favorite items in my entire wardrobe. I wear it for tennis and the fabric is so light and cool.” Sizes: XS–XL

Simple and sleek is the way to go when you want something stylish to toss on without thinking. This one has a built-in bra with removable pads, and a slim A-line skirt shape that can be worn for sporty activities and to the grocery store afterward. A note to shoppers: This dress does not come with built-in shorts, but a matching pair can be purchased separately. Reviewers love the flexibility of mixing and matching with their own pairs and the ability to wear the piece without shorts at all, when preferred.

Sizes: XXS–XL regular, S–XL tall, XS–L petite

What customers are saying: “Great dress. I wanted a dress where I had the option to wear shorts underneath. This is it! So cute and can be worn for sports or to go out.”

This V-neck shape has long been in the Tory Sport catalog offerings, and I’ve loved it from the beginning. Not only is it cute—with a retro-inspired, drop-waist pleated skirt and sporty, ribbed trimmings—it’s also made from moisture-wicking jersey that is both soft to the touch and performance-enhancing. After all, Tory herself is an avid tennis player, so you should expect nothing less from the brand. You don’t have to reserve this one for tennis, either. It works for any court sport or activity you want to feel comfortable doing.

Whether a round of golf is on your weekend itinerary or learning a court sport is on your summer to-do list, the Splits59 polo dress checks all the boxes. The airweight fabric was designed for the hottest of days, on which it remains lightweight and flexible; and an attached shelf bra will keep you situated up top. The navy body with white contrast collar feels preppy and cool at the same time. Pair with white trainers and designer shades for a chic look off-court, as well. I would even wear this one to a lunch date with friends, post-match.

Show a little extra leg with Beyond Yoga’s surprisingly sexy take on the exercise dress. It is made from the brand’s renowned Spacedye fabric, which has a uniquely smooth touch. Reviewers love how supportive the flattering square-neck bra top is, and the cheeky little leg slit allows those built-in shorts to peek out from underneath. This dress will fit right in with active play as easily as it does with a weekend brunch alfresco. Just add your favorite sneaker, and maybe a hat or visor for additional sun protection, to really solidify the sport look.

The feel of Aritzia’s butter fabric is something to be experienced. This is one of my favorites from the brand’s activewear offerings, thanks to its extreme softness—it really does feel like butter. I like that this shape is simple and elegant, with all the right design elements to live up to a day of activity. The V-neck racer back has a shelf bra that feels supportive enough to wear sans sports bra, and the attached shorts have a generous pocket, big enough for my iPhone and house key—so I can leave the house hands-free.