Ready-to-Wear

I am looking forward to Spring not only because of the promise of warmer weather but for a new assortment of workout clothes to choose from.  My old faithfuls, (think uniform) consists of several variations of black yoga style, long, cotton/spandex workout pants and a few favorite under armour and Nike tops.  And because I exercise most days of the week, well, you get the picture....uniform!!

In a related story, I was at Sally's house for dinner recently when her 16yo son Paul walked in to the kitchen and exclaimed: "Mom, why do you have to wear those booty pants everyday?"  While whacking him we had a good laugh over our glasses of wine.  It's true, workout wear, aka our daily pajamas have unfortunately become our signature style.

I don't know about you but I feel more impowered to conquer my workout routine for the day if I am channeling say.... Sporty Spice.....really?.......okay, how about just a fit 40 something mom ready to kick some elliptical booty.  Even in these cooler, okay frigid last months I like to still go sleeveless while at the gym.  It makes me more aware of my body and I get full range of motion while on the circuit machines.
What are your favorite workout items/brands?  Where do like shop for workout wear?