Tuesday, August 6, 2013

Spandits! - A Review & A Giveaway

*All opinions are my own. I was given Spandits! products as part of a contest, as well as part of a review and giveaway agreement.* 

Earlier in the summer, I entered a Twitter competition to name a new fabric pattern for Spandits! - the "seriously fun, but never too bold" active apparel line out of Maine. Spandits liked the name I suggested, which means I won some gear in that pattern to test, review and giveaway! Here I am sporting "Aurora Borealis" in all of its colorful glory! So flashy!
 
Spandits Arm Sleeves ($25) and Headband ($8)
I don't know about you guys, but I get really bored with a lot of the spandex active apparel out there. I usually just default to black because its easy, but why not add some fun to your workout gear? I have mentioned it in the past - but I truly believe that what you wear affects your performance, because it affects how you feel about yourself. If you feel that you look colorful and fun, you are more likely to feel confident and push it to that next level.

Both stayed in place while test running them! Important! 
I tested out both products so I could give you all a fair review: thumbs up! I tend to have problems with headbands sliding off (I think my head is small???) but this one stayed in place the whole time. The arm sleeves also stayed up while I was running. The best part: I got several compliments on them in the short time I was out testing them.


Spandits has several patterns available if Aurora Borealis isn't your style. You can apply the patterns to headbands, sleeves, skull caps, tights, etc. If you want to accessorize in any way - they probably have an option for you. My favorite is the arm sleeves. I have always raced in sleeves for functional reasons, but I do think other runners see you in them are like, "Ohhh, she must be serious!" Sleeves make it easy for spectators to find you in races too - because they stand out so much, especially when they are in a "seriously fun, but never too bold" pattern! 

In other exciting Spandits news, they are looking to start an Ambassador program! If you're a Spandits super-fan, you can find more info about participating in the program here. How fun - a discount while representing a great brand!

Thanks to Spandits! and everyone that entered! Our winner is:
(Visit her blog! You won't regret it.)

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31 comments:

  1. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 8:24 AM

    I love to accessorize! It makes everything more fun. Usually only accesorize with headband and birght colors!!

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  2. Kate L.August 6, 2013 at 8:34 AM

    I don't accessorize that much, but I haven't put much thought into finding FUN accessories either. If I had them, I would wear them. These are really cute.

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  3. AnonymousAugust 6, 2013 at 8:37 AM

    The brighter the better. It's all about having fun!

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  4. AnonymousAugust 6, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    I usually accessorize with a shoe charm, my Garmin, my wrist pepper spray, headband or visor and whatever form of hydration I am using that day!

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    1. Kristen EAugust 6, 2013 at 8:40 AM

      Kristen E - don't know why anonymous is listed.

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    2. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 9:14 AM

      I haven't really accessorized in the past, but have just been getting into it. I am in love with the Zuza socks you just posted about... they have changed my mind about getting all cutsy with my running... In fact, I was just shopping for arm warmers... I think this could be the pick!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 6, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    My "accessorizing" usually comes in the form of brightly color tank tops. I've been looking to branch out a bit, though. These look really fun!

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  6. CecilAugust 6, 2013 at 10:17 AM

    I usually accessorize more with my shoes and socks. I've been looking into getting sleeves, but haven't been able to afford it yet.

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  7. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 10:24 AM

    A girl can never have too many accessories, on or off the pavement :) Love it!

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  8. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 10:47 AM

    I try to wear something fun on every run. I'm a little heavier than I'd like to be at the moment, so wearing a fun skirt or a fun shirt makes me feel a little more like a rockstar.

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  9. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 10:50 AM

    I usually accesorize with my headbands. I have all kinds and can't have too many!

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  10. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 11:21 AM

    I usually accessorize with headbands and compression socks. I've been thinking about arm sleeves, but haven't purchased any yet! I do always think they look badass!

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  11. Rachel GalzeranoAugust 6, 2013 at 1:02 PM

    I usually accessorize with fun and bright headbands - I have yet to purchase arm sleeves, but am thinking about it for my 1/2 this Fall! Sounds fun!

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  12. AnonymousAugust 6, 2013 at 1:22 PM

    Ack, lost my other post. If I post twice, that's why! I have some fun socks, and like to wear a colorful visor or hat. I tend to wear a lot of black running clothes, so colorful accessories are awesome.

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  13. Sarah August 6, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Oh I love the gear and the name! I don't usually accessorize...headbands don't usually stay in and well, I guess I'm just not that stylish! But maybe if I will this giveaway I will be.... :)

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  14. NevieAugust 6, 2013 at 1:48 PM

    I ALWAYS accessorize with my purple paisley no-slip headband I got from Potomac River Running Store - the velvet helps it not slip when my hair gets sweaty. I'm getting bored with it though and want some new colors to match my outfits. I also always wear my orange RoadID, and I find I run best when I wear a particular orange seamless sports bra under a tech tank and, believe it or not, long yoga pants instead of capris for some reason. Weirdly, squeezing a piece of cloth in my hand helps? When I've had a headband that has slipped off, I clutch and squeeze it in my hand as I'm running and it's almost like a security blanket effect? It's weird. It also serves as a mini towel :P

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  15. MadisonAugust 6, 2013 at 2:11 PM

    I usually wear my road ID and a headband (plastic with teeth or the kind that has the velvet on the back- otherwise they don't stay on my head).

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  16. DaniAugust 6, 2013 at 3:02 PM

    I don't usually accessorize because I'm lazy. I wear my pink Road ID, but that's about it.

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  17. LaurenAugust 6, 2013 at 7:06 PM

    I usually accessorize with a headband or compression socks. Sadly I don't match very well so I'd love to win these!

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  18. AnonymousAugust 7, 2013 at 5:03 AM

    I could very much use a headbands and sleeves! thanks!

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  19. KarenAugust 7, 2013 at 5:08 AM

    I usually accessorize with headbands and compression socks! Love the accessories :)
    Karen @karenlovestorun

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  20. SuzanAugust 7, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    Accessorize? What's that? No, I usually wear a headband to keep my bangs out of my eyes, and my Road id, but that's usually it in the summer.

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  21. CarrieAugust 7, 2013 at 5:39 AM

    I accessorize with socks and hats

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  22. KristenAugust 7, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    I usually accessorize with a headband - so many fly aways! And I have the same problem with my headbands falling off. I swear my head is just the wrong shape for headbands because I always end up having to pin them in. It's great to hear that the Spandits headbands stay in! Definitely going to check those out.

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  23. SarahAugust 7, 2013 at 12:42 PM

    These might come in handy with the midwest fall/winter temps! The ones you have on are really fun...although digging the starry night and midnight blossom!

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  24. Zaneta @ Runner's LuckAugust 7, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    If I do accessorize it's my garmin and ipod and road id! These are super cute though! :)

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  25. CassieAugust 7, 2013 at 8:13 PM

    Probably just running gear.. and lately headbands.. I am a boring accessorizer!

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  26. GeorgieAugust 8, 2013 at 7:32 AM

    I would feel so badass running in these!
    Totally agree that how you dress affects how you feel which affects how you run<3

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  27. AnonymousAugust 8, 2013 at 7:42 AM

    My shoes are my only accessory! But I WANT THIS SPANDITS GEAR!

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  28. JeneenOAugust 8, 2013 at 5:09 PM

    I'm so boring. My accessories are generally a Headsweats visor and Zensah compression sleeves. Spandits! would help me out!

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  29. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    I love my compression sleeves & Spibelt.

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