Copy These Fun Fashions From 9 of the Most Stylish Running Crews

Running used to conjure images of dorky compression socks, blinding neon tracksuits, and powder pink everything labeled “women’s.” Elite running teams always shown up to races looking well-coordinated, but local run clubs and team kits have tended to be blah at the best, hideous at the worst.

Recently, street style has taken on a whole new meaning as tastemakers-turned-runners are helping to elevate the vibes of local running collectives. There are hundreds of run squads that are stylish AF—here are a few of our favorites, and some tips for stealing their style for your own group or personal running wardrobe.

Girls Run NYC

Steal their look: Typical of the city, it’s all about the black and white for Girls Run NYC. You can’t go wrong with an all-neutral wardrobe, especially one that has pops of bright white gothic script on black tank tops and t-shirts.

November Project

Steal their look: The coolest part of the November Project might be the fact that it’s completely free, but they’ve still managed to create a style by using old-school stencils to spray paint the logo onto whatever run apparel you’re already rocking. You can get on board with a chapter of the November Project, of course, or you and your crew can go DIY and create a simple logo, make a cardboard cutout, and spray onto your gear for a unified style.

Run Dem Crew

Steal their look: Pick a crew name that can be broken down into short words or abbreviated so you have a huge range of options when it comes to making clothing. If you aren’t a graphic designer, you can still get a logo made using free web-based software like Canva, or a site like Fiverr to commission cheap-but-fun logos for your run crew (even if you’re the only member right now!).

Night Terrors Run

Steal their look: Running at night requires some reflective gear, so make sure at least one piece of your kit has reflective accents, whether it’s white reflective accents on your black shorts or a band on your cap.

Run Pack Berlin

Steal their look: Don’t be afraid to repurpose your running shoes for the dance floor post-race—or to use a medal as the ultimate fashion accessory. Paired with rockabilly chic, even your sweatband can go from workout to night out. And end more workouts with dance parties.

Outra Fé Running Crew

Steal their look: In hot weather, black text on white t-shirts can be just as edgy, but significantly cooler than the classic black shirts with white print. And pairing mint green accents with black and white adds kick to a kit in a subtle way.

SORC.SS

Steal their look: If you’re not a huge fan of black-and-white, SORC.SS has an irreverent vibe you might prefer. Go ’90s with bright orange and blue neon, and don’t be afraid of big, bold prints.

Red Snakes Milano

Steal their look: Pick a color combo, like Red Snakes Milano’s red and black, and stick to that palate for easy mix-and-match running kits that avoid looking like every photo is in grayscale. (But probably don’t spray paint snakes on the sidewalks along your route.)

Kelowna Running Club

Steal their look: The next time you need a bit of a pick-me-up for your run, try to add some element of costume or convince your personal run crew to add one fun detail to your kits for the track workout this week. Wonder Woman day for your hill repeats, anyone?

Editor’s note: A previous version of this article incorrectly identified where Run Dem Crew is based. The crew is based on London.