Really, there's no reason why you shouldn't feel like your favourite fairy-tale hero or heroine when you work out. Why not channel a little magic when we're running, jumping, lifting, sweating, and pushing ourselves through tough routines?
Crowned Athletics is a workout and athleisure brand that takes that attitude to heart. The brand imagined "what your favourite princess would wear to work out" and brought it to life in a variety of stylish tanks, headbands, scrunchies and water bottles. Each piece channels a classic princess or a new favourite, from mermaids to Frozen heroines and even a few of the best villains [1]. Founder Kirsten Halik was inspired by fairy tales she loved growing up, according to a Crowned Athletics rep; now, the brand aims to harness that "princess power" to help people improve their physical and mental health through exercise.
The results are fun and functional, whether you're chasing down a PR at a runDisney race or looking for some extra sparkle during your at-home workout [2]. Check out a few of the brand's best princess-inspired looks ahead!
Cinderella-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
This pretty matching set features the After Midnight Princess Athletic Tank Top [3] ($98) and After Midnight Princess Athletic Headband [4] ($16).
Ariel-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
Bring out your inner mermaid with the Mermaid Tale Princess Athletic Tank Top [5] ($98) and Mermaid Tale Princess Athletic Headband [6] ($16).
Rapunzel-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
This flowy, Tangled-esque tank can be worn long and loose or tied up into a crop top. The set features the Golden Dreamer Princess Flow Tank Top [7] ($58) and Golden Dreamer Princess Athletic Headband [8] ($16).
Belle-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
The rose details on this Beauty and the Beast-inspired tank top are so cute, and the rose on the headband makes the look. Check out the Enchanted Rose Princess Athletic Tank Top [9] ($98) and Enchanted Rose Princess Athletic Headband [10] ($16).
Maleficent-Inspired Tank Top
For those of us who'd rather walk on the dark side, the Mal-evolent Villain Athletic Tank Top [11] ($98) is a sleek, chic choice.
Ursula-Inspired Tank Top
The ruffles in the back of the Sea Witch Villain Athletic Tank Top [12] ($98) are meant to channel Ursula's tentacles!
Merida-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
The Changed Fate Princess Flow Tank Top [13] ($58) and Changed Fate Princess Athletic Headband [14] ($16) feature subtle plaid printing to channel the firey heroine.
Sleeping Beauty-Inspired Tank Top and Headband
The gold crown on the back of the Beauty Sleep Pink Princess Athletic Tank Top [15] ($98), and its matching Beauty Sleep Pink Princess Athletic Headband [16] ($16), makes this set stand out
Tiana-Inspired Headband
The Lily Pad Princess Athletic Headband [17] ($16) features pretty pastel detailing and lightweight, sweat-wicking fabric.
Elsa-Inspired Headband
The bright blue, sweat-wicking Snowflake Queen Athletic Headband [18] ($16) stands out in any season.