There are days when nothing could inspire me to hit the gym. No fear of losing muscle, getting chunkier or outgrowing another pair of jeans can get me off the couch and into my gym shoes. On such days, I look to my gym closet. You shouldn’t underestimate the power of a cute gym outfit, and I am always on the lookout for another one.
This week, I got my hands on a few new pieces from athleisure brand Hunnit. Full disclaimer: this was not my first experience with the brand. Right after buying a full-year membership at my local gym last year, I tried a few pieces from some of the most popular gymwear brands in India. Hunnit was the only one I went back to for seconds.
So when the brand reached out and asked me to try something from its new collection, I was more than happy to oblige. But did the new pieces work for me as well as I had hoped? Let’s find out.
Essential Double Waistband Pants and Essential Polo Neck Sweatshirt – 1/4th Zipper in Ivory Cream
This sweatshirt-and-pants combo arrived at just the right time — a weekend before a long flight to Kerala. With its subtle, monochromatic ivory colour, it made for an easy, breezy airport outfit.
The sweatshirt has full-length sleeves and a 3/4 zipper at the neck, which can be zipped up into a high neck for those chillier moments on flights. The fabric isn’t 100% cotton — it is made of 65% cotton, 31% polyester and 5% spandex — but that actually works in its favour as a travel outfit. Of course, once I landed in hot and humid Kerala, the thick fabric became quite bothersome. I would recommend this set for colder weather rather than warm, humid destinations.
As for the fit, the sweatshirt has a boxy silhouette, while the sleeves and stitching feel premium. The waistband on the pants, however, has room for improvement. I usually wear a size L in pants, and the website does mention that these fit snugly and recommends sizing up. But on me, the L pants felt slightly loose, which took away from the effect of the faux waistband.
The pants retail for ₹2,099 and the sweatshirt is priced at ₹2,099 as well.
Zen 2-in-1 Crop Top
Snug and stylish, this crop top is a good option for a light workout. It has thick straps with racerback detailing and is available in a range of colours. I chose the Deep Burgundy variant, which works well with my ivory pants, black leggings, deep blue shorts and most other gymwear bottoms.
The padding offers good support, while the fabric is made of 80% polyester and 20% spandex. I have no complaints about the finishing either — the stitching and seams sit neatly along the body’s curves.
At ₹1,299, the top is also fairly budget-friendly.
Zen Cycling Shorts
I had been waiting for gym shorts that don’t ride up my legs or leave me dealing with intense chafing after just 20 minutes on the treadmill. Nothing is more annoying than having to pull your shorts down between sets, and sometimes it is simply too hot and humid for full-length leggings or yoga pants.
The Hunnit Zen Cycling Shorts are a good solution to that problem. I got them in Midnight Black and have so far worn them with long, boxy T-shirts to the gym, on morning walks, for coffee runs and even for a quick sabzi-shopping session in the neighbourhood.
The fabric is soft and comfortable, and, like the crop top, is made of 80% polyester and 20% spandex. They retail for ₹1,299.
None of the three pieces lost colour after washing, and the Zen top and shorts don’t even need ironing before wearing. Both are comfortable enough to work as gymwear as well as everyday casual wear.
Verdict
Hunnit continues to be one of the athleisure brands I find myself returning to, and this latest trial hasn’t changed that. The Zen crop top and cycling shorts stood out for their comfort, easy fit and versatility — both have already made their way into my regular wardrobe beyond the gym.
The sweatshirt-and-pants set is a little more season-specific. It looks polished enough for airport dressing and is comfortable for a long flight, but the heavier fabric makes it a poor choice for warm and humid weather. I also wasn’t entirely sold on the fit of the pants.
Overall, if you’re looking for gymwear that can spill over into your everyday wardrobe, Hunnit’s Zen pieces are the ones I’d keep an eye on. Just check the fabric and fit carefully before picking the more structured pieces, especially if you live somewhere warm.
Disclosure: The products featured in this review were sent to the author by Hunnit for editorial review. The views expressed are based on personal experience with the products.
