KDHamptons Holiday: Gifts With Style of Sport

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Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite sporty friend? From the very affordable to the ultra luxe, here’s a great holiday gift guide from KDHamptons contributing fitness editor Claudia Lebenthal, who shares her STYLE OF SPORT for the winter season, below.

 

**And be sure to check out Claudia’s recently launched website: STYLE OF SPORT, a fantastic new destination that celebrates the intersection of sports with fashion, design, art, culture and all things hip and cool: www.STYLEOFSPORT.com

 

 

 

 

LEFT COLUMN: THE SOULCYCLE BIKE $2200. Bring the Soul home with the signature yellow spinning bike from SoulCycle, the hot boutique spin studio, now with locations from coast to coast. BROOKS PURE FLOW 2 $70. From the Brooks Pure Project natural running line, the Pure Flow 2 is distinctive for the plush cushioning it offers in a such a lightweight construction. Ideal for all around training in addition to running, the shoe is designed to promote an efficient, aligned stride by encouraging a more forward foot strike and a natural feel. An asymmetrical lace system is contoured to the anatomy of the foot. POWERPLATE MY3 $2599. Vibration training is one of the hottest fitness trends, as well as an integral part of athletic training for improving range of motion, muscle tone, flexibility and core strength. Power Plate is the premiere brand, and the MY3 is the most compact and economical model available for home use. BKR WATER BOTTLE $28. These modern glass water bottles, available with a wide array of brightly colored silicone sleeves to protect from breakage, are as much a design statement as an eco-friendly way to take your hydration to go.

 

 

CENTER COLUMN: NIKE AEROLOFT METALLIC RUNNING VEST $240. Insulation meets ventilation with this tech infused lightweight down vest. Zones of perforated ventilation are alternated with zones of lofted insulation to keep heat in, while letting moisture out. TRIGGER POINT THE GRID 2.0 $64.99. The evolution of the foam roller is The Grid 2.0, designed on a grid system of varying widths and densities to better work out muscle tension and trigger points on all areas of the body. ATHLETA COPPERFIELD SWEATSHIRT $79. This warm and cozy slouchy neck sweatshirt is perfect for going to and from the gym or just relaxing at home. Collar functions as hood as well. NIKE+ FUELBAND SE ROSE GOLD $169. Track your fitness in style with the limited rose gold edition of the Nike + Fuelband SE. Polished metallic accents add extra flair and durability too. SPEEDO HYDROSPEX CLASSIC GOGGLE $15.99. A perfect stocking stuffer, this is Speedo’s top selling recreational goggle, with its soft outer eye fit, flexible one-piece frame for comfort, UV protection and anti fog lens.

 

 

RIGHT COLUMN: Y-3 FS BACKPACK $154. First introduced for Y-3′s 10th anniversary, the distinctive X-strap design of the Future Sport Backpack remains a popular and enduring style. This bag combines sporty, technically-inspired styling with a functional design great for the gym and other daily destinations. ADIDAS SUPERNOVA LONG SLEEVE TEE $45.00. Supersoft and stretchy, body skimming and breathable, this has to be one of the most comfortable running and training shirts around. PRANA ROXANNE PRINTED LEGGING $65. Add a bit a excitement to your yoga and gymwear with these fun patterned leggings. Water Resistant, moisture stays on the fabric’s surface to keep you dry and comfortable through all your fitness activities. GO LITE ELIXER LEATHER SLIP-ON $89. For easy slip-on and off at the yoga, pilates or spinning studio, these cute and comfortable shoes provide great stability and traction en route. Memory foam creates a custom fit while lightweight breathable mesh keeps the feet cool in warmer temperatures.

 

 

 

 

A few weeks ago, we brought you our 9 FAVORITE PUFFER JACKETS. We are back with our 9 favorite puffer vests. The down, or alternately insulated, vest is the perfect way to get an extra layer of warmth. With so many colors, cuts, fills, weights and quilting to choose from, we thought we’d share 9 of our favorites. So whether you’re looking for a super sporty style or something more refined, we’ve got the vest for you.

 

 

ROW 1: ELIZABETH ROBERTS ELIOT VEST $450. With it’s tapered silhouette, cap sleeve and belted waist, this is a most fashionable down vest, but it has host of technical features as well. It is made with a Schoeller® water and stain repellent stretch fabric, has multiple hidden and side seam pockets, including their signature Smartsheild™ protective pocket for your phone. THE NORTH FACE THERMOBALL VEST $149. As an alternative to down, the Thermoball line uses Primaloft insulation constructed to imitate down with low weight high loft clusters. This synthetic insulation achieves the warmth equivalent of 600-fill down and retains heat even when wet. MARMOT JENA VEST $150. Available in 7 colors, this 800 fill goose down vest delivers a whole lot of warmth to the core.

 

 

ROW 2: BOGNER FIRE & ICE DOWN VEST CALI-D $449. This feather-light bright neon down vest features a contrast color lining and removable hood, which can be adorned with fur trim Pelz, sold separately. Available in 5 colors. NIKE AEROLOFT RUNNING VEST $180. Insulation meets ventilation with this tech infused lightweight down vest. Zones of perforated ventilation are alternated with zones of lofted insulation to keep heat in and let moisture out. UNIQLO ULTRALIGHT DOWN HOODED VEST $49.90. For the price, this very warm vest with its down-filled hood can not be beat. It’s incredibly light and thin; a high collar protects from cold wind; and it stows easily in its attached pouch.

 

 

ROW 3: CANADA GOOSE FREESTYLE VEST $275. Available for both men and women in a plethora of colors, this down vest is durable and well-insulated. Cut longer in the back for greater coverage, and with a wealth of practical storage pockets, this is one warm and functional extra layer. PATAGONIA NANO PUFF VEST $149. The Nano Puff Vest uses PrimaLoft ONE insulation for superb compressibility, featherlight weight and most importantly warmth. The 100% recycled ripstop shell is windproof and water repellent. MONCLER GHANY GILET $539. Warm, chic and sporty, this red shiny vest is a Moncler classic.