Not Leggings, Not Bike Shorts: The Very-Specific Activewear Trend L.A. Fashion Girls Wear to Pilates and the Gym

If you live on the West Coast, especially in L.A., chances are you've been basking in the pre-summer sunshine, with temperatures hovering in the high 70s. Meanwhile, those of us on the East Coast are still waiting for our turn, but we’re living vicariously through you. Regardless, the heat is on, and so is the shift in celebrity attire. Case in point? Kaia Gerber’s latest ensemble.

This week, while heading to the Nike Training Studio in West Hollywood, Gerber swapped her usual leggings and bike shorts for something a bit fresher and more suitable for warm weather: foldover micro shorts. She styled them with a matching sports bra and a crew-neck sweatshirt with a leather shoulder bag and On running sneakers

On Kaia Gerber: On sneakers

Foldover micro shorts are quickly becoming the go-to alternative to traditional bike shorts and leggings, offering a breezy and playful twist on summer athleisure. Whether you're running errands, hitting the gym, or just soaking up the sun, these shorts strike the perfect balance between style and function. Their versatility makes them an ideal match for everything from leather bomber jackets to cropped tanks, effortlessly transitioning from a workout to brunch. Ready to try them for yourself? Keep scrolling for the best foldover micro shorts to add to your summer rotation.

Shop the Best Foldover Micro Shorts

WellBeing + BeingWell

Flowwell Callista 3" Foldover Shorts

These look just like Gerber's.

Urban Outfitters

Out From Under Bec Foldover Micro Short

Style with a gray sweatshirt and white sneakers.

FP Movement

Good Karma Running Shorts

You can wear these high-waisted or fold them down for a low-waisted look.

aritzia

Butter Fold-Over 3" Shorts

Urban Outfitters

Out From Under Bec Stripe Foldover Micro Short

Who doesn't love a pink-and-burgundy pairing?

Organic Basics

Flex Foldover Shorts

Organic Basics creates the best wardrobe essentials that are both comfortable and sustainable.

GUIZIO

Paulina Foldover Shorts

These are a bit more elevated but would look so cute for a Pilates-to-brunch moment. Just style with a white sports bra and a cropped jacket.

GINA TRICOT

Fold Over Hotpant Shorts

aeropostale

Air Soft Fold-Over Booty Shorts

You can't beat this price.