Launched in March 2025,Gym Dog Activewear hasone clear mission: to create premium-quality activewear that inspires confidence, performance, and everyday comfort, without the hefty price tag. Being rooted locally, their pieces are designed to handle the Ballito humidity with ease. Using premium,breathable fabrics with 4-way stretch means their pieces keep you cool and let you move freely.Â
This summer, we’d definitely recommend two standout pieces from our collection. For the men, our 2-in-1 Hybrid Pro Shorts are a must. Designed for performance,ease, and versatility, they feature a lightweight, water-resistant outer shell paired with a sweat-wicking, supportive inner liner. Available in sizes XS to XL, they’re the ultimate summer essential for active lifestyles.Â
For the ladies, our Flux Set is the new favourite. The Flux Shorts are crafted with a double-layer design for added support and zero transparency. They’re made to move with you while staying secure; no rolling or sliding down. Paired with the matching Flux Sports Bra, the set offers the perfect balance of support, breathability, and style, whether you’re in the gym or out and about.
Instagram: @gymdogactivewear
Miod Active is dedicated to producing high-quality fitness wear that merges performance, comfort, and style, based in Ballito. Made for high-intensity gym workouts when you want full coverage for strength training, HIIT, cross-training, and yoga/Pilates or Padel and tennis! The items are made to be gym-friendly and to also look good outside the gym. They wanted to create “everyday essentials” that can be worn for any activity, not just physical exercise.
From the Miod Active Core Collection, our Core Sculpt Tank is sleeveless, slim-fit, with good moisture management. Ideal for those hot summer days or high-sweat sessions. The Core Seamless Leggings allow for less irritation, have good stretch, and are safer from chafing during those sweaty workouts.
For coverage and protection from the summer sun, despite being long-sleeved, Core Court Black Long Sleeve Crop reduces heat with the crop length. For more casual or street athleisure wear, the Core Court Pleated Skirt combines style with airflow. The white version is especially lighter in heat.
Instagram: @miodactive
Saltii Towels is shaking things up in Durban; they’re turning plastic waste into ultra-soft, quick-drying towels that are as stylish as they are sustainable. They use a luxurious waffle fabric that feels like a towel but is super lightweight and quick-drying. Growing up on the North Coast, they know the struggle of humid summers all too well. The towels are designed to actually work in thecrazy, humid conditions we love living in.Â
Our absolute favourites this season are the Brenton and Robberg Summer Waffle duo. They are super trendy, following the 2025/2026 Milan chequered craze, plus they’re colour-blocked in honey orange, plush pink, sky, and stormy blue. As a pair, they look so beautiful together.
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WORDS: CRISTINA GOVENDER