Radiant High Waist Shorts

There's something almost like a secret handshake about discovering gym shorts that manage to look fierce on the treadmill and not at all like they’re going to sprout a muesli bar out of your hip. That wide, supportive high waistband? It’s basically tummy control that doesn’t feel like you’re about to lose circulation and have your legs go dead in Pilates class. And form-fitting without looking vacuum-sealed is an art - one these shorts have clearly mastered, thanks to their flat-stitched seams and that smooth finish.

Let’s talk practicality - which is not usually fashion’s strong suit - because these shorts play it cool with a hidden pocket but totally ditch the middle front seam. Not sure who even decided that was a good idea, but let’s agree: no one needs uncomfortable bunching while lunging at the bloke in spin class for the last weight. No visible fuss or distracting knick-knacks, just clean lines and colours you can pair with just about any top flung out of your activewear drawer.

And if you’re pondering squat-proof? Opaque fabric all the way. Not a hint of see-through when stretching for those extra minutes on the mat. These shorts are clearly in for the long haul—workouts, brunches, and maybe even that thing called running errands (which is code for coffee runs). The only issue now is deciding how many pairs are enough before it starts looking like the entire washing line has been taken over by this magic stretchy stuff.