6 sweat-proof colours (that aren't black) to brighten up your workout wardrobe and beat gym boredom
As fitness fanatics and gym-goers, we know that the sign of a good workout is some serious sweating. And as much as we love the feeling, the look is… less than ideal.
Yes, a classic all-black ensemble is probably your safest bet when it comes to sweat-proofing your gym 'fit, but, hey, sometimes we want to switch it up and ditch the monochromatic look (cue offended gasps from our fashion editor).
The good news? There are more colours on the spectrum that not only hide sweat from a hard workout but also let you experiment and have fun with your gym style.
What colours are sweatproof?
The best colours you can turn to for sweatproof looks are usually dark tones, but also lighter colours closer to white. Try to avoid greys as they lack contrast to hide sweat, they're often the worst offenders.
It's best to avoid brighter colours, particularly bright red, that sit in the middle of the colour wheel if you're planning on having a particularly heavy workout as these do tend to show the sweat more, but don't worry you can still add some colour into your looks with these easy tips.
The 6 best sweatproof colours to wear to the gym in 2025
Rich burgundy
You don't have to go all the way to avoid the sweat patches, head towards the darker end of the colour spectrum towards really rich deep reds, the darker the better. Not only do these stunning jewel tones suit a variety of skin colours but they offer a point of difference away from everyday all blacks.
Bondi Sangria Jumpsuit
£110.00 at vuoriclothing.co.uk
Zero Gravity Running Bra
DayFlex Ruched Strap Bandeau Sports Bra
Scuba Mid-Rise Wide-Leg Pant
Cocoon Fleece Gilet
£85.00 at bambooclothing.co.uk
Apex Pro Long Sleeve Top
Chocolate-y brown
Mocha Mousse was deemed the Pantone Colour of the Year but if you want to avoid obvious sweat patches go a touch darker into deep chocolate tones that look luxurious and elegant while you work out.
Anywhere Motion365+ Shorts
Zone Training Sports Bra
Mellow Soft Mid Long Sleeve Top
Ultimate Long Sleeve Zip Up Top
Flared Yoga Leggings
Paloma Bra Classic
Deep blue
There is not much prettier than a deep blue hue and the good news is it often helps to hide the evidence of a very sweaty workout. Navy's are great much you can also look to richer more deep royal colours too.
STREAMLINE 7/8 Legging Navy
Kaiia Sculpt Long Sleeve Zip Through Fitted Jacket Navy
Women's 2-in-1 Training Shorts
Techfit Bra
Narrow Waistband Tennis Skirt
Ultimate Short Sleeve Top
Forest green
Rich earthy tones like forest green add a distinct pop to your workout wardrobe whilst still remaining wearable. Just make sure to go on the darker side to avoid patches popping up.
Airlift High Waisted Leggings
Featherweight Daydreamer Crew Neck Yoga Top
Core Agile ACT Leggings 27" 2.0
Halter Neck Define Luxe Sports Bra
Womens Zip Through Hoodie
Flow Y Bra Nulu Light Support
Pristine white
Not a fan of jewel tones and want to play around with something feminine and fresh, white is also pretty solidly sweat-proof and looks particularly chic. Take care because white can be more sheer and even more so when wet, also make sure to wash these thoroughly as we all know how white pieces can be with sweat.
Light Support Sports Bra
AeroSwift Shorts
High-waist Airbrush Legging
Chloe | Performance Zipper Jacket
Tempo Light as Air Run Shorts
Smooth Like Butter Unitard
Baby pink
Not quite ready to commit to an all-white gym look? No sweat, literally, because you can get away with light baby pinks that have a similar effect.
Performance Flex Bra
DayFlex Built-in Support Spaghetti Strap Full Length Cami Vest
Fast Break Co-Ord
Radiant Half Zip Sweatshirt
Gilly Hicks Recharge Onesie
Essentials Color-Pop Cotton Skort
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