No time to change after your workout? No problem! With these simple yet stylish accessorizing hacks, you can effortlessly transition your fitness wear from HIIT to Happy Hour. Since “athleisure” became a thing in the early 2000s (thank you, lululemon), it is not uncommon to wear workout clothes outside of the gym.

Once created strictly for sweating, athletic apparel is now a heavy hitter in the fashion industry, with projections reaching $257 Billion by 2026. Women of all ages are seemingly down with leggings taking over as the new slacks. One may ask, however; how can you elevate a workout outfit to turn heads after gym hours?

Here are 5 spicy ideas to take you from the treadmill to runway:

1. Boots: Swapping booties or thigh-high boots for your Nikes post-workout is the easiest way to add style to your outfit and increase athleisure sex appeal.

Ideas:

Lulu’s So Much Yes Black Suede Over The Knee Boots are reasonably priced and oh so hot. Your thighs have never looked tighter and longer than they will with the suede reaching mid-thigh and leaving everything else to the imagination.

Steve Madden’s Shaniya Brown Suede Booties are perfect for the ladies with shorter legs who want a lift with a chunky heel. This gorgeous addition shapes your calves and makes your workout outfit 5-star restaurant-worthy.

2. Head Gear: Not the type of headgear that accompanies braces, a la Joan Cusack in the movie, 16 Candles (shout out fellow 80s sisters…when you know you know); I am talking about the myriad of options available to tame your sweaty, post-workout locks.

Ideas:

Liam & Co. Stacey Panama Hat and Silky Bandana Scarves are just what gym hair ordered.  The fedora-style Panama is super classy and chic, while the numerous bandana selections are beyond versatile and work with every length.

Madison Braids is a recent find of mine that has completely changed the workout hair game.  Their countless “braid” headbands (fishtail, 2 strand, butterfly, halo, etc.) add a pop of fashion that makes you look like you spent hours in the salon.

3. Outerwear: This means jackets, baby. You can go one of two ways here; longer and flowy or short and cropped.

Ideas:

Drape Front Jacket from Spanx can be worn three ways and has amazing faux-leather detailing.  This coat takes any outfit to the next level and looks like a million bucks.

Fashion Nova’s Cropped Jacket (camo is my fave look) oozes sexy without trying too hard.

4. Leg Warmers/Socks: Okay, okay…I already admitted to being a girl of the 80s, but leg warmers and thigh-high socks are making a comeback for any age. This is such a fresh look, especially over leggings; like the Catholic schoolgirl’s older, sophisticated cousin.

Ideas:

Slouchy Thigh High Knit Dance Leg Warmers from Amazon ($16…yes, please) will get you compliments for days.

Bellelily’s Soft Warm Over The Knee Extra Long Knitted Socks come in 6 colors and completely change the game when added to neutral leggings.

5. Jewelry: Finally, there is nothing wrong with throwing on a little bling when leaving the gym to let people know you care about the finer things and are making an effort to accessorize.

Ideas:

Kendra Scott’s Medallion Coin Multi-Strand Necklace in gold is pre-layered with a trio of metallic chains that add a refined element of elegance to any ensemble.

Uncommon James’ Little Lady Lariet Necklace is simple and chic, providing just the appropriate bit of flirty sparkle.