Some men dress for status, others for tradition — but Active dressers? They dress for function, movement, and momentum. This style is built for men who value comfort without carelessness, who want their clothes to support their bodies, and who prefer ease over excess. If mobility, practicality, and everyday performance matter to you, you’re already speaking Active.
In Sparkpick’s style universe, Active is shaped by two closely connected forces — Sport and Sport Casual — both rooted in the rise of movement as a daily necessity rather than a scheduled activity.
Sport brings performance-driven design, technical fabrics, and ergonomic construction developed for training, endurance, and recovery.
Sport Casual adapts those elements for everyday life — relaxed silhouettes, versatile layers, and pieces that transition easily from movement to rest to daily routines.
Together, they create a wardrobe designed for real bodies, real schedules, and modern living.
Sportwear entered men’s fashion long before it became style. In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, clothing for tennis, rowing, running, and training was designed strictly for performance. Knits, jerseys, track suits, and sneakers were utilitarian by necessity.
By the mid-20th century, athletic clothing began crossing into everyday wear. Sweatshirts, polo shirts, and training jackets became casual staples. In the 1970s–80s, the rise of fitness culture, running, and gym training accelerated the shift. Comfort, stretch, and breathability became non-negotiable.
By the 2000s, this evolution solidified into athleisure — a category that blurred the line between sport and daily wear and reshaped modern men’s wardrobes.
The pieces we rely on today — joggers, hoodies, performance tees, sneakers, track jackets — all originated as athletic gear. They stayed because they worked: adaptable, durable, and easy to live in.
Key elements of Active style:
- Silhouettes: joggers, track pants, relaxed athletic trousers, shorts, hoodies, sweatshirts, performance tees, zip-up layers, soft athletic jackets
- Fabrics: tretch knits, jersey, recycled polyester, elastane blends, cotton blends, breathable technical fabrics
- Colors: black, grey, charcoal, navy, olive, beige, with seasonal accents like rust, cobalt, forest, or clay
- Details: elastic waists, drawstrings, ribbing, zip closures, mesh panels, minimal branding
- Energy: functional, modern, relaxed, confident, movement-focused
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Active tops
Key wardrobe staples: Performance t-shirts, breathable tanks, long-sleeve base layers, lightweight sweatshirts, hoodies, zip-up athletic tops. These pieces regulate temperature, layer easily, and move naturally with the body.
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View SPARK + REBEL | EtsyEco hoodie
$170.00 -
View KOMODOOrganic cotton tee
$70.00 -
View Happy Earth ApparelOrganic hoodie
$82.00 -
View PANGAIAPolo sweatshirt
$112.00 (On sale) -
View KOMODOPrint tee
$56.00 -
View KOMODOPrint tee
$42.00 -
View REER3Unisex print hoodie
$125.00 -
View BoodyV-neck T-shirt
$42.00 (On sale) -
View PANGAIAWool hoodie
$240.00
Active jackets
Key wardrobe staples: Track jackets, lightweight bombers, windbreakers, softshell jackets, quilted vests, zip hoodies. Designed for transition, weather changes, and effortless layering.
Active bottoms
Key wardrobe staples: Joggers, track pants, athletic trousers, training shorts, relaxed sweatpants. These bottoms prioritize comfort, stretch, and clean lines without restricting movement.
Active shoes
Key wardrobe staples: Training sneakers, walking shoes, running-inspired sneakers, cushioned slip-ons, sport sandals. Footwear built for support, stability, and everyday wear.
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View NAE Vegan ShoesClassic sneaker
$100.00 (On sale) -
View PANGAIAGrape leather sneakers
$55.00 -
View PANGAIAGrape sneakers
$55.00 (On sale) -
View 8000KicksHemp shoes
$99.00 (On sale) -
View Will’s Vegan StoreRunning trainers
$119.00 -
View AllbirdsTree runners
$98.00 -
View NAE Vegan ShoesUnisex sneakers
$85.00 (On sale) -
View Flamingos’ LifeVegan sneakers
$190.00 -
View Will’s Vegan StoreVegan trainers
$114.00 -
View COG | Immaculate VeganVegan trainers
$100.00 (On sale) -
View AllbirdsWool loungers
$105.00
Active accessories
Key wardrobe staples: Backpacks, belt bags, caps, ribbed socks, lightweight scarves, functional gloves. Accessories designed to stay out of the way and keep up with movement.
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View BoodyBoxer briefs
$22.00 -
View AFENDSBucket hat
$30.00 (On sale) -
View PatagoniaBurly daypack
$149.00 -
View ISTO.Classic belt
$80.00 -
View Will’s Vegan StoreClassic satchel
$160.00 -
View Will’s Vegan StoreLarge backpack
$99.00 -
View Harvest & MillMen’s socks set
$33.00 (On sale) -
View KimuBags | EtsyRecycled backpack
$159.00 -
View KotnRib socks
$15.00 -
View WAWWASport bag
$162.00 -
View ISTO.Tote bag
$65.00 -
View SPARK + REBEL | EtsyUpcycled visor hat
$80.00 -
View ISTO.Wool cap
$60.00






















