Introducing Love & Sports, Walmart's Elevated Activewear and Swimwear Line
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If you're a frequent POPSUGAR reader, you're probably well aware that Walmart's fashion game is seriously underrated. From the brand's exclusive Scoop collection to its Free Assembly line — both overseen by *the* Brandon Maxwell, FYI — there's no shortage of high-quality, on-trend, and affordable pieces to go around. And now, the retailer's expanding its offerings to include Love & Sports, an activewear and swim brand fusing fashion and fitness, helmed by renowned fashion designer Michelle Smith and superstar SoulCycle instructor Stacey Griffith.
The inaugural collection includes a whopping 121 women's activewear and swimwear pieces, with prices ranging from $12 to $42. In the workout department, you can expect everything from retro-inspired running shorts and seamless leggings to sports bras and sweatshirts. As for swim, there's a mix of one-pieces and two-pieces, plus coverups that double as stylish pieces you'll love as everyday wear. Oh, and there's no shortage of color — this collection is all about bold and bright hues that will make you stand out in the gym and beyond.
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You can find the full collection on Walmart's website, and soon you'll be able to shop it in stores, as it's starting to roll out to 1,500 stores as I type this very article. And there's even more to come! Like the brand's other exclusive lines, you can look forward to seasonal collections and new additions — like footwear and accessories, which the retailer says will arrive this fall. The retailer assures that the entire collection features elevated details à la more high-end brands (think: moisture-wicking fabrics, plenty of pockets, and reflective taping).
So far, the collection's already bringing in tons of five-star reviews. Current top-sellers are the Long Bike Shorts ($20), which reviewers say "hug your curves in all the right places" and are "comfortable and stretchy." Another favorite? The Kikki Compression Sports Bra ($16), already popular for how its "compression design provides great support, perfect for intense workouts. To get a feel for the brand (and maybe even shop it in bulk), we've curated a shopping list of 10 pieces we're obsessed with; that we think will serve you well for upcoming beach days or cycling classes. Peep our picks ahead.
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Love & Sports Kikki Compression Sports Bra
Per the brand, the Love & Sports Kikki Compression Sports Bra ($16) "keeps the girls in-place no matter how intense your workout gets." Shoppers attest that it holds true to that promise.
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Love & Sports Textured One-Piece Swimsuit
The Love & Sports Textured One-Piece Swimsuit ($26) boasts a plunging neckline in the front and back, with colorblocked trim.
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Love & Sports Sophia Compression Sports Bra
What's not to love about the Love & Sports Sophia Compression Sports Bra ($16)? It comes in a total of four different color combinations and you can make it a complete set with the Love & Sports Women's Color Band Bike Shorts, 5" Inseam ($16).
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Love & Sports Seamless Sports Bra
You're going to get so many compliments on the Love & Sports Seamless Sports Bra ($16), which was born to be paired with the matching Love & Sports Seamless Bike Shorts, 6" Inseam ($16) and/or the Love & Sports Seamless Leggings ($20).
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Love & Sports Knotted Triangle Bikini Top
The Love & Sports Knotted Triangle Bikini Top ($20) will turn so many heads this summer, especially when teamed with the Love & Sports V-Front Bikini Swim Bottoms ($20).
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Love & Sports Baby Rib Tank Top
The Love & Sports Retro Running Shorts ($14) "is softest tank I have ever felt in my entire life and legit feels heavenly," said one of many five-star reviewers. Another says, "This is a very high-quality shirt, especially for the price."
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Love & Sports Strapless Baby Terry Cloth Romper
The Love & Sports Strapless Baby Terry Cloth Romper ($24) has already racked up nearly a perfect five-star rating. "I am obsessed with this romper," says a reviewer. "It is so comfortable and is an absolute must for your summer attire."
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Love & Sports Seamless Strappy Cami Top
The Love & Sports Seamless Strappy Cami Top ($16) will look just as good out-and-about as it will at the gym.
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Love & Sports Triangle Bikini Top
The Love & Sports Triangle Bikini Top ($20) is all about the details, from the textured jacquard print to boho macrame back. Complete the look with the Classic Bikini Bottoms ($20).
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Love & Sports Retro Running Shorts
Channel old school vibes in the Love & Sports Retro Running Shorts ($18), available in five different colors.