Adanola is the coolest athleisure brand right now – but is it actually worth the hype?

"Thank you, thank you, thank you, Adanola design team, for creating the perfect sweatshirt that DOESN’T have fleece on the inside. Urgh. I get so many sensory issues from sweatshirts that are lined with stuffy, hot fleece—this one is the perfect soft terry feel.

Also the cropped length is perfect, I love that it’s a quarter zip rather than a crew neck (for just a little bit of visual interest), and the varsity colour scheme is perfection. It makes me feel put-together even if it’s a throw-on-the-first-sweatshirt-you-see-and-go day." —Hannah Oh, Shopping Editor

"This set felt very soft and luxurious. The material is thick, and I felt nice and cosy even on a pretty windy day! I got lots of compliments on this sweat set because the deep brown is kind of an unexpected colour, but it is also neutral, so it goes with everything. I would definitely recommend this to friends! Heads up that I sized up one size on the sweatpants and two sizes on the sweatshirt because I prefer a bit more of an oversized fit overall, and everything fit as expected." —Rachel Torgerson, Senior Commerce Director

"I'm super sensitive to textures, so I'll be honest: My first impression of this polo was that it's scratchy. But after wearing it out to dinner, I realised it's not a problem at all. That initial discomfort faded quickly, and I didn't notice any itchy fibres poking me. I love how high-quality this knit top looks overall.

The fit is perfect and runs true to size, and I love the subtle branded tab on the chest. And at £40, it’s truly a steal. You don’t normally find nice knit polos for under £100. Since it's cashmere and wool, it's best to wash by hand, but the tag says using a gentle machine cycle works too (which is great news for my lazy self). Wins all around." —Kim Duong, Deputy Shopping Director

"The good: This dress is so freaking cute. It’s flirty, it’s the perfect (aka short) length and it has a little slit for movement. It has built-in shorts, so I can run around without worrying about flashing anyone.

The not-as-good: There’s no built-in shelf bra or extra lining around the bust area, so everything shows if I don’t wear stickies or nipple covers underneath. That’s not a dealbreaker for me, but there are other workout dresses out there that I can truly throw on and go without needing to wear any extras." —Hannah Oh

"I put these Adanola Yoga Pants through their paces, and they passed every test with flying colors. First up: a semi-intense cardio session, where the sweat-wicking fabric kept me feeling fresher than any other pair I own. The buttery-soft (truly) texture makes them ideal for transitioning from workout mode to full-on lounge. Add in the true-to-size, sculpting fit, and they’re just as flattering for everyday wear as they are functional.

The ultimate test? A full 12-hour day of packing and moving apartments. Somehow, they made the exhausting process more bearable. The compressive fit helped ease muscle fatigue, and again, the sweat-wicking held strong. These are officially my new gold standard for yoga pants." —Sarah Ng, Video Editor

"A much-needed, comfortable set for relaxing at home or doing absolutely nothing in. The fabric is breathable and soft, yet structured enough that it doesn’t just collapse on my frame. The coffee bean color and stylish design make it a refreshing addition to my stay-at-home wardrobe. It’s true to size and holds up well after washing." —Ying Chen, Emerging Platforms Motion Designer

"When it’s chilly and I don’t know what to wear, I just throw this over a long-sleeved top or a sweatshirt and I’m good to go. When I say this puffer vest is thick, I mean it. The generous padding and heavyweight design keep me super warm. I also love that it has super roomy pockets—perfect for stashing my phone and keys whenever I’m taking the dogs out for a walk or just running to the store." —Kim Duong

"As someone with larger breasts, sports bras are super tricky for me. The Ultimate Square Neck bra fit me comfortably, but more as a comfortable at-home bra or a quick errands bra than a physical exercise one. It was too low of a neckline for me to feel supported while working out. There’s no underwire support on this bra, but it does have space for padded inserts that help, but weren’t necessary for me—they’re removable, though!

Overall it fits like a cute crop tank top and if I had smaller boobs I could see this as a great athletic bra. It didn’t totally work for me for that, though." —Veronica Lopez, Sex and Relationships Editor