Trend spotter: sports luxe and urban dandy in the fashion spotlight
Athletic apparel continues to make its presence felt from the runway to the high street, but this time around there's not a tracksuit top or stripe in sight.

Sports luxe

Athletic apparel continues to make its presence felt from the runway to the high street, but this time around there's not a tracksuit top or stripe in sight. Rubberised sandals by Prada, sporty shorts by Emilio Pucci and leather backpacks by Rochas, along with Christopher Kane's sweatshirts and visors from Marni on the catwalks point to what we'll be sporting this spring and summer. Even if you're not looking to renew your gym membership anytime soon, you can deconstruct this trend and make it yours.
Pair a statement sweatshirt with a pencil skirt for an office look that will turn heads, team short-shorts with killer heels if you've got perfect pins or, if you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, opt for sandals - the selection on offer this season will work on the beach and beyond. We love this floral take on the trend from Antwerp-based brand Essentiel (above left). Dervla Louli ([email protected])
1. Zara platform track sole sandals (HK$559)