Sportswear refers to clothing and footwear designed specifically for sports and physical activities. It is often made with materials and features that enhance performance, comfort, and safety during exercise or athletic endeavors. Sportswear is commonly worn for various sports and fitness activities, including running, cycling, yoga, tennis, basketball, soccer, and many others.
Key characteristics of sportswear include moisture-wicking fabrics to keep the body dry, flexibility for ease of movement, breathability to regulate body temperature, and sometimes additional features like reflective elements for safety during low-light conditions. Sportswear can also include specialised gear for different sports, such as swimwear for swimming, cleats for soccer or football, or compression garments for muscle support.
Sportswear is not limited to functional purposes; it has also become a popular fashion trend. Athleisure, a style that blends sportswear with everyday fashion, has gained significant popularity in recent years, with people wearing sporty clothing items in casual, non-athletic settings.
Major sportswear brands such as Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, and Puma are well-known for producing a wide range of sportswear items, including athletic clothing, footwear, and accessories.
Best Sportswear Stores in Boston
 Adidas Factory Store Shop Online
Factory Outlet Store for Adidas, a world-class manufacturer of sports shoes, clothing, and accessories.
Assembly Row Mall, Wrentham Village Outlet |
 Allbirds Shop Online>
Allbirds is an international footwear and apparel company known for its sustainable and comfortable products.
Prudential Center |
 Athleta Shop Online> On Sale>
Popular brand that specializes in women's and girl's activewear and lifestyle apparel. Offers activewear such as leggings, sports bras, tops, and shorts as well as athleisure and swimwear.
Newbury Street, Assembly Row Mall, Burlington Mall, Lynnfield |
 Champion
Specialty store for sportswear and casual clothing for men, women and children.
Newbury Street |
 Columbia Factory Store Shop Online
Outerwear factory store is a global outdoor brand with men's women's and children's apparel, footwear, and accessories. Columbia's products are known to use advanced technology and modern design to keep you warm and dry.
Assembly Row Mall |
 Laced Shop Online>
Renowned sneaker and streetwear store known for its limited edition sneakers and apparel from brands such as Nike, Adidas, Jordan, and others.
Newbury Street, Seaport, Cambridgeside, North Shore Mall, Burlington Mall|Square One Mall |
 Marathon Sports
A Boston icon, this sportswear store has a well-deserved reputation for excellence.
Newbury Street |
 New Balance
American footwear and apparel brand, specializing in athletic and lifestyle products.
Newbury Street, North End, Brighton |
 Nike Factory Store
Nike factory store with shoes and apparel for women, men and children. Nike is the world's leading and most recognizable sportswear and athletic footwear brands.
Assembly Row Mall, South Bay Center |
 Tracksmith
Tracksmith is an independent running brand and champion for the Running Class.
Newbury |
 Under Armour
Under Armour Boston Brand House isn’t just a store, it’s the complete UA experience. Explore their very best innovations in gear, Boston exclusives and special events.
Prudential Center |
