Athleisure - Where to Spend or Save

I've developed a love for athleisure looks in the past year. There is nothing better than throwing on a pair of leggings, sneakers, and a casual top, while still looking put together. 

Where to Spend

Leggings - while a lot of more affordable brands offer stylish leggings options, I always find the material lacking. This might be be in the fit, or the thickness. My biggest pet peeve is leggings that are meant to be "pants", but are unflattering due to the thin material stretched out. By spending a bit more for quality (as opposed to name), I also find they last longer.

Sneakers - some styles are classic and those are the ones worth splurging on, again quality is also key, rather than trendy ones that will be out next season.

Where to Save

Tops - I generally don't spend a lot on tops, because I know I'll get bored of them. I have to really love something and know I'll wear it for years before I buy. Such as was the case with the Adidas hoodie above bought back in 2011.

Trendy pieces - this can be accessories, or certain styles that are in now, but won't be soon. For example, neons were everywhere this past spring/summer, but they are trend that typically disappears and reappears.