Outdoor Voices reviews and discussion

4.1

81% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Buttery-soft cloudknit loungewear
  • Durable rectrek pants utility
  • Iconic exercise dress versatility
  • Playful, modern colorways
  • Inconsistent sizing across styles
  • Slipping leggings and waistbands
  • Stiff, less-breathable fabrics
  • Limited size-inclusive range

Outdoor Voices draws polarized reviews: fans praise high-quality CloudKnit loungewear, durable RecTrek pants, and the iconic Exercise Dress, while many criticize inconsistent sizing, variable fabric quality, and bottoms that slip, ride up, or feel stiff. Overall, the brand is good for athleisure and light activity, but multiple reviews say performance pieces (leggings, some bras/shorts) lack stretch, breathability, or support, and size inclusivity remains limited.

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518 reviews and posts

  • I've enjoyed the exercise dress for over a year now. After I tried it, I immediately bought one more in a different color, and then tried out two other OV dresses. The exercise dress is still my favorite. The pockets make it so easy to go for a walk or run, because I have a place to put my keys and airpods. HIGHLY RECOMMEND. The only thing that could be better is to have more choice in colors :)

    Influencer for Outdoor Voices
  • I'm a longtime OV fan, and own 5 Exercise Dresses. I've owned multiple pairs of OV leggings and tops, buuuut honestly I've started to like them a bit less over the last few years. I'm short (5'2) and they don't really offer their clothes in multiple lengths. They do provide tailoring in-store if I remember correctly, but for the dresses in particular they're just too long for me to justify buying anymore!

    Feedback

    Would love more sizing options (tall, petite, etc)

  • I have loved outdoor voiced every since i was introduced to them through Fitness Ambassadors in Dallas! They partnered with us and outfitted us for a rock climbing event and they are my favorite brand now. Super high quality, comfortable, squat proof, sweat resistant and just overall 110% recommend.

  • I have bought many items from outdoor voices over the years. I think they have affordable active wear that’s is good quality. I am totally obsessed with their exercise dress, it’s all I wear in the summer. I also love that they offer colors other than pink and teal.

    Feedback

    Sometimes their sizes run big and other times they run small. Make sure to check the reviews before buying to ensure you get the right size.

  • 10/10 will always recommend Outdoor Voices!!! I can be found wearing their exercise dress almost every day in the summer!!

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    Their leggings do run a bit small!!

  • Love the brand. The energy. The colors. The website experience. Oh and the product, wow. The fabrics. The consistent sizing. The tennis aesthetic. The doing things mantra. All of it and then some.

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    Shipping to Australia selfishly. My shipping rerouting adds another 3-weeks onto my favorite activewear's travels.

  • One of my favorite brands! I am always wearing my tennis dress, its comfortable and flattering all at the same time.

  • The ONLY sports bra you need. This has been my favorite bra for 5+ years (pre pregnancy AND during). I have always sized up because I don't like a tight bra, but the fit is absolutely flawless. They also last a REALLY long time (I still own my first one)!

  • I have their signature exercise dress and I love it. It's perfect for a hike, a day out exploring a city, a brunch with friends, and a workout class. The large thigh pockets for your phone is the cherry on top. The combination of versatility + style makes it a winner in my book.

  • I have owned several articles of clothing over the years (warm-up leggings, sports bras, shorts, and skorts). I have found them to be very versatile, comfortable, and last a long time. The only downside that I wish was in their warm-up leggings were pockets. I find them convenient on the sides to hold my phone and AirPod case when running or walking and this is a feature in the current model that just does not exist and the pocket on the waist band is too small to hold anything other than a set of keys. Overall I love the quality of their products and thing the branding is cool. I have also been able to get some of their clothing on sale which helps move the price-point to a more affordable place.

  • I am just not a fan of this brand. Can't put my finger on it but I just don't like it. None of the men's clothes have ever stood out to me & when I went to the store it all just felt average

  • Got my mom a pair of OV leggings for Christmas and she loves them. Super comfy!

  • recently bought an exercise dress from them (the court dress in white) for a baseball game with friends. it's super cute and the cutouts and hem of the skirt sets it apart from other exercise dresses in a really fun way. truth be told, the price would've prevented me from buying it had the dress not been on sale when i bought it, and i think that the brand, especially after shuttering all of their in-person stores, is solidly past its 15 minutes of fame.

    Bought dress on sale
  • Love their workout apparel for its size inclusiveness (I’m petite), sales, performance, styles, and website. I’ve owned some pieces for more than 5 years and they’ve held up. I do try and be mindful of how often I’m putting pieces in washing machine and dryer because I believe it does over time impact the fabrics. I find OV styles and fit to be consider of what women want and how our bodies move. I also appreciate the cropped options in both leggings and tops because other brands don’t offer that and so much fabric is washed or it’s a very awkward fit. Even though OV has had some turmoil with its leadership I find the quality to be high and will continue to purchase.

  • I don’t care for any of the leggings as I find them to be too stiff and unflattering on my figure but the sweatshirts and the primo fleece pullover are super comfy and high quality.

    Feedback

    Make items that are soft and buttery feeling.

  • I have a few items from OV. Their skirts are really cute, but the exercise dress is the clear winner! I have it in white and I wear it in so many different ways. It is the ultimate dress to pack in your suitcase and bring on as adventure!

  • I love my exercise dress for playing tennis or simply hanging out. Also a big fan of OV's branding/mission.

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    Agree with other reviewers about their leggings, just don't fit right. I prefer Lululemon's for workouts. Edit: Knocking a point off because of the in-store experience. Every time I'm in NYC and go into the OV store, I remind myself why I never buy anything in that store ~ it's like I have OV amnesia 😩. The sales associates are honestly kind of rude, which is a total buzz-kill especially when the online customer service experience is so lovely. Most recently, they practically laughed in my face when I asked if they had any orange exercise dresses in stock & I left feeling like I had majorly inconvenienced them by even coming in.

  • So here's the thing... Huge fan of the vision and design (and the iconic tote bag). However, I've purchased both leggings and sports bras, and they always end up at the bottom of my activewear drawer. Lulu's are my go-to for both comfort and quality. Comfort > design for me!

    Feedback

    Softer and more comfortable materials!

  • The pullover is so stylish and comfortable.

  • I want to love it because I love athleisure, but the fit just does not fit. Everything I have ever tried on or owned from this brand reminds me why I no longer shop at this brand/why it's rightfully collecting dust in the depths of my closet.