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Sports Mom Style: Dressing to Impress from the Sidelines to the Stands

meagannickle
Sep 16
5 min read

Let’s be real… being a sports mom means we spend A LOT of time at the ball field. Like, “Does anyone know what day it is?” amounts of time.

So, if I’m going to spend countless hours on the sidelines, in the bleachers, in a folding chair, or chasing kids from one field to another, I might as well be comfortable AND cute, right?!

My sports-mom wardrobe has definitely evolved over the years. Some days I’m going for fancy-ish and fun, some days it’s cute and casual, and other days it’s give me the comfiest clothes you have because we have three games today. 

Here are some of my favorite sports-mom staples that I find myself reaching for over and over!

 When I Want to Be Cute AND Comfortable

One of my current favorites is my 3” Halara SoftlyZERO™ High-Waisted Ruched Instant Cool Yoga Shorts.

They are comfortable, flattering and perfect for those hot days when you know you’re going to be sitting outside for hours. I also LOVE my Amazon tennis skirts. They are easy to throw on, look put together and are basically the perfect sports-mom uniform.

And you KNOW I’m always going to be the mom sporting my Queen of Sparkles sports shirts! 

Soccer? Yep.

Softball? Absolutely.

Football? Of course.

And baseball?! You already know I have ALL the baseball shirts.

I’ll be sharing pictures of my Queen of Sparkles collection because, honestly, I can’t pick a favorite!

 The Amazon Built-In Bra Tanks

Another absolute favorite?

Amazon built-in bra tanks.

These are one of those things where once you find them, you wonder how you ever survived without them.

They’re great under a tennis skirt, shorts, a vest or layered with a fun sports shirt. Less fuss, fewer layers and one less thing to think about when you’re trying to get everyone out the door on time.

And let’s be honest… that’s a win.

 Cold Weather = LEGGINGS. Period.

When the temperatures drop, I’m wearing leggings approximately 9 out of 10 times.

Why?

Because why would I choose anything else when I can basically feel like I’m wearing pajamas while still looking somewhat presentable?

Pair those leggings with a Queen of Sparkles baseball sweatshirt, some comfy tennis shoes and I’m ready for a chilly day at the field.

And my newest addition from last year?

The Long Vest

Amazon, of course.

I don’t know why I waited so long to get one, but it quickly became one of my favorite cold-weather sports-mom pieces. It’s warm without feeling like you’re wearing a giant winter coat, and it’s easy to layer over just about everything.

 Accessories: The Finishing Touch

Now let’s talk accessories, because I was never really an accessory girl—until I started mixing and matching my Buddha Girl bracelets.

They are a must! Once I started stacking and coordinating them, I was hooked. And now, if you know me, you know those bracelets are always on. They add the perfect little touch to any sports-mom outfit without making me feel overdone.

And for the ears, I’ve got you covered there too! I love mixing and matching sports earrings to coordinate with whatever sport we’re cheering on that day. Most of mine are homemade or from small boutiques, which makes them even more special.

Baseball earrings? Obviously.

Softball, soccer and football? Absolutely.

A little sparkle and team spirit? Always.

 Now Let’s Talk About the SPORTS BAG

Because what you wear is important…

…but what you carry is a whole different conversation.

Everyone knows I’m the mom who carries the meds.

Headache? I’ve got you.

Stomachache? I’ve got you.

Random sports injury? Let’s see what we’ve got in here.

This Amazon medication holder is a must-have for keeping everything organized instead of digging through the bottom of your bag while 14 people are asking you questions.

Clear Bags = Another Must

I also LOVE these clear Amazon bags that come in multiple sizes.

I use them to organize all the little things that would otherwise end up floating around the bottom of my sports bag.


~Portable chargers?

Yep.


~Electronic hand warmers?

Absolutely.


~Snacks?

Of course.


~Sunscreen and even the bug spray?

Duh!


~Double Bubble?

IYKYK. 


These little bags make it so much easier to grab exactly what you need without dumping the entire contents of your bag onto the bleachers.

 Cold Weather Sports Mom Must-Have: The Hooded Blanket Wrap

If you’ve ever sat through a freezing cold game, you already understand this one.

A hooded blanket wrap is a MUST.

It’s basically like wrapping yourself in a blanket while still being able to sit there and pretend you’re functioning like a normal human being.

One of my good sports-mama friends even BEDAZZLED hers. 

And honestly?

That’s the kind of sports-mom commitment I can get behind.

 Let’s Talk Chairs

Because if you’re going to spend hours at the field, you better have a good seat.

The GCI Legz Up Lounger is a fan favorite for a reason. It’s one of those chairs where you sit down and immediately think:

“Yep. I’m not getting back up.”

And then there’s the Alpcour heated reclining bleacher seat.

A heated seat?!

Yes, please.

It even comes in different colors, because apparently, we can have comfort AND style.

 SUMMER SPORTS = FANS. ALL THE FANS.

When summer sports hit, I am not playing around.

Fans are a MUST.

Neck fans? Yep.

Portable stand-alone fans? Absolutely.

Anything that moves air toward me while I’m sitting outside for hours? Put it in the cart. 

There is nothing glamorous about sweating through a three-hour tournament, so I’m all about finding ways to stay cool while still cheering from the sidelines.

 The Sports Mom Uniform

So, what’s my ideal sports-mom outfit?

Honestly, it depends on the day.

Some days it’s:

 Queen of Sparkles shirt Tennis skirt Comfy sneakers Buddha Girl bracelets and sports earrings

Other days it’s:

 Leggings Queen of Sparkles sweatshirt long vest Tennis shoes A little sparkle and team spirit

And some days?

It’s basically whatever is clean and doesn’t have yesterday’s game-day snacks in the pocket.

Because Let’s Be Sports Real… we’re not dressing for the runway.

We’re dressing for the sidelines, bleachers, dugouts, tournaments, concession stands, carpool lines and everything in between.

And if I can be comfortable while looking cute and showing a little team spirit?

Even better.

 SHOP ALL MY SPORTS MOM FAVORITES

I’ve linked all of my favorite Amazon finds below so you can check them out for yourself—from clothes and bags to chairs, fans and all those random sports-mom essentials that you didn’t know you needed until you became a sports mom.

 Check out all my Amazon links below!

And as always, I’ll keep sharing the things I actually use, love and find helpful along this crazy sports journey.

Because we’re all just trying to survive the next game…in style. 


Let’s Be Sports Real.


https://link.amazon/B05fpsI1F - The clear bags for your sports bag - easy organization!

https://link.amazon/B05fpsI1F - medication organizer

https://link.amazon/B01V0R9V7 - hooded blanket wrap

https://link.amazon/B07zMboGp - heated stadium seats

https://link.amazon/B09OTxKFJ - electronic hand warmers

https://link.amazon/B08xjQ2bq - portable phone and Ipad charger

https://link.amazon/B00bhARIZ - The most AMAZING leggings

https://link.amazon/B0eM0zjhW - And they come in yoga shorts

https://link.amazon/B00nsBmEJ - built in bra tanks

https://link.amazon/B06VO5Rxy - Buddha bracelets that come in all colors (I get mine from Mulberry Lane)

Search: 324 results found for "sports" – Queen of Sparkles - search it all from baseball, softball, soccer, basketball, and football (I get mine from Mulberry Lane)

Above is one of my many Queen of Sparkles baseball tops, color coordinated Buddha bracelets and sports earrings!

 
 
 

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