‘Athleisure’ ban persists

– Yoga pants and leggings have become a staple in the wardrobes of many Americans – but one US school district is under fire for allegedly punishing young girls who wear them to class.

Public schools in the Wisconsin lakeside city of Kenosha were defending themselves this week against accusations of discriminating against female students who have embraced the “athleisure” style of wearing clothes designed for the gym in other casual settings.

In March, the district rescinded a ban on yoga pants, leggings and tank tops amid outcry that the rules disproportionately targeted girls.

But according to the Wisconsin branch of the American Civil Liberties Union, the overturned ban is still being “selectively” enforced.

In one case, a girl was sent home from summer school twice over her attire. – AFP