I remember when the only choice in workout fashion for women was a pair of shapeless sweatpants and  stretched-out cotton t-shirt! As I exercised the cotton grew heavier as it became saturated with sweat.  Uncomfortable… and not a pretty sight.

Well, no more! Adidas, Nike, Champion and others have made a trip to the gym a fashion statement: beautiful designs for every body type made from state-of-the-art fabrics that literally wick the sweat from your body. My “workout stuff” drawer is now crammed with comfy yoga pants, running shorts and T’s made from miracle fabrics that make exercise a breeze!

But for all of you gals who love to peruse the “Title 9,” “Athleta” and “Road Runner Sports” catalogs and websites, I thought you’d like to know about an innovative new Poway Company that’s taking women’s athletic wear to the streets!

DiRTYReD Athletic Wear is a fun, clean clothing line with a “twist of street flare.” If I were a little younger, I’d go for the scrunch tank bra in black and red (with a little white accent!) or the low-cut lounge pant. But DiRTYReD’s Nicol Akins assured me I could pull off the combed-cotton long-sleeved t-shirt and peek-a-boo skort.” (It actually covers a multitude of sins!)

According to Akins, the workout gear is for “a woman who likes to get a li’l Dirty, turn a li’l ReD and hit the pavement before or after a hectic day.” According to the promotional materials, “Like you, your clothes should be able to hang no matter what the activity.”

It’s cute stuff. Check it out! www.dirtyredgear.com.