Introduction
Choosing the right yoga clothes can play a role in your practice experience and optimise it. The link between comfort and performance in yoga cannot be underestimated, even if practising yoga doesn't actually require any specific or technical clothing. However, the right clothing can transform your session, allowing you to concentrate fully on your postures and breathing.
The importance of suitable yoga clothing
The right clothes offer not only physical comfort but also mental support. By wearing clothes that move with you and don't restrict your movements, you can achieve a better performance. For example, well-fitting leggings such as this one helps maintain body alignment while providing the flexibility needed for complex postures.
Purpose of this article
We have designed this article to provide you with practical tips so you can choose your yoga clothes "like a pro"! Whether you're new to the mat or an experienced practitioner, these tips will help you make informed choices to enhance your mat experience.
Find out how to choose the best yoga clothes and get inspired by our selection at YOGANEST!
1. Understanding your needs according to the type of yoga
Different styles of yoga require different clothing to ensure comfort and maximise performance. Here are some recommendations:
- Yin Yoga This style is slow and meditative, favouring long-held postures. Loose, comfortable clothes, such as wide-legged trousers and soft tank tops, are ideal.
- Vinyasa Yoga Stretch: characterised by a fast pace and fluid sequence of postures, it requires stretchy clothing that allows great freedom of movement. Leggings containing 3 or 5% of spandex or elastane and tight-fitting tops are recommended.
- Restorative Yoga Focused on relaxation and recuperation, this type of yoga calls for warm, cosy clothes, such as light sweatshirts and loose-fitting cotton or tencel trousers.
Adapting your choice of clothing to your practice will help you feel better on your mat. To find suitable options, explore our collection here.
Choosing the right fabrics
Advantages of cotton and bamboo
Le organic cotton and the bamboo (or other wood fibres based on Tencel or Modal) are popular choices for yoga clothing because of their unrivalled comfort and heat-regulating properties. Organic cotton is soft, hypoallergenic and absorbs moisture well, making it ideal for gentler sessions such as Yin yoga. Materials made from wood fibres (bamboo, for example) are appreciated for their silky texture and natural antibacterial properties. They also offer excellent breathability.
The importance of breathable fabrics
For more intense practices such as Vinyasa or Ashtanga, organic cotton and tencel are also suitable, but some of you will prefer more technical fabrics such as recycled polyester or other materials enriched with spandex. These materials efficiently wick away perspiration while offering great elasticity. The combination of recycled polyester and spandex ensures that your garments stay in place during dynamic movements, without restricting your freedom of movement. It's important to remember that polyester is not a natural material. Its carbon footprint and environmental impact are highly questionable. However, choosing a garment made from recycled polyester helps to improve these aspects, insofar as the material then participates in the recycling of collected waste, particularly plastic waste collected en masse from oceans, rivers and beaches. Ideally, no more plastic waste should be created, but in the meantime, harvesting it and giving it a 2nd life is an ecologically worthwhile approach.
Freedom of movement in complex postures
Stretch fabrics thanks to spandex can be appreciated when performing complex postures. The elasticity allows the garment to adapt perfectly to your movements, increasing your range of motion and reducing the risk of discomfort or blockage during practice. However, more than the material, it's the shape of the garment that could make the difference in inversions: a close-fitting top won't fall over your ears, unlike a loose T-shirt.
Discover our selection of breathable T-shirts on YOGANEST
Choose traditional cotton yoga trousers for comfort and style
3. Focus on comfort and fit
Slim fit
A well-fitting garment is essential to provide the necessary support during yoga movements. Clothes that are too loose can get in the way of your postures and make transitions more difficult. Choose pieces that hug your body without compressing it.
High waist with drawstrings
High-waisted clothes are particularly recommended. They offer better support for the tummy and lower back, which is great for postures such as the plank or head-down dog. Visit drawstrings are designed to fit perfectly, ensuring optimum comfort.
Flat seams to reduce chafing
Flat seams play an important role in the comfort of your yoga clothes. They minimise rubbing against the skin, reducing the risk of chafing, especially during intense practice. You'll find this feature in items like the Loud logo bra or the Anjali Yoga Top sports tank top.
4. Consider style, aesthetics and motivation
It's well known that, just like perfume, the patterns and colours of your clothes can influence your state of mind. Even when you're practising yoga. Bright colours and inspiring patterns can give you that extra push to get on the mat on those days when your motivation is flagging...
Choosing clothes that inspire you and that you feel like yourself in helps to keep you practising regularly. For example, a nice bra can not only offer support but also make you want to wear it and practise more often. Take a look at our selection of bras here and tank tops here. These aesthetic choices play a key role in your daily commitment to yoga.
5. Check customer reviews before buying
The importance of consulting customer reviews cannot be underestimated. This feedback gives you valuable insight into the quality and the sustainability yoga clothing. Why not read several reviews to get the full picture?
The experiences shared by others can help you make the right choice. For example, by consulting reviews for a Moonchild carpet or a Supergrip carpetYou'll know whether these products meet your expectations in terms of comfort and performance.
Take the time to look at the comments to assess overall user satisfaction and avoid unpleasant surprises.
6. Ask before you buy: it's so much better to avoid disappointment.
Take the time to read the descriptions and compare models. Look at the photos to pick out the colours. Consult the size guides and take your measurements to work out what's best for you, according to your style and taste. Contact us if you have any doubts, and we'll take the time to advise you. Each brand has its own sizes and cuts, which can create significant variations. For example, a halter yoga shirt may fit differently to a crop top bra. If you live near Geneva or plan to visit, check the dates of our next Pop Up events or contact us for a fitting at our Click & Collect point.) Trying on the clothes will then guarantee you a perfect fit.
Why is targeting the right garment important?
- Comfort A well-fitting garment improves freedom of movement and prevents distractions during practice.
- Support Make sure bras and leggings offer the necessary support without being too tight.
- Eco-responsible solidarity By choosing the right model, the right size and the right colour, you can avoid larger parcels and returns. All this helps to reduce your carbon footprint.
To explore suitable options, visit our website YOGANEST to see our selection of yoga t-shirts or discover our crop top bras.
7. Additional accessories to optimise your practice
The importance of yoga accessories should not be underestimated. They can significantly improve your comfort and performance during practice.
Non-slip headbands and socks
The anti-slip strips help to hold the hair in place, which is crucial during inverted positions or dynamic flows such as Vinyasa. As for the non-slip socksThey provide a better grip on the carpet, reducing the risk of slipping and injury.
Blocks and straps
The blocks are useful for everyone, whatever their style or experience on the mat. Beginners or those looking to deepen certain postures will appreciate the extra support or height. Visit straps, help to lengthen muscles or lengthen the back, for example, improving flexibility and mobility. Made from organic cotton, it's even better.
For graphic yoga leggings that complement these accessories perfectly, check out our selection here. For shorter options, our short laced-up leggings might interest you.
8. Opting for sustainable and ethical fashion
Choose yoga clothes made from durable materials using socially and geographically ethical manufacturing processes is a step towards more environmentally-friendly practices. Fabrics such as organic cotton offer not only superior comfort but also better thermal regulation. By choosing eco-brands, you are helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.carbon footprint linked to textile production. This concern and desire are fundamental to Laurence, the founder of YOGANEST, and have been the founding principles in the creation and development of YOGANEST from the outset..,
As well as being good for the planet, ethical clothing is often designed to last longer, making it a wise investment. Discover our range of sustainable clothing at YOGANEST and let yourself be seduced by our leopard leggings here.
9. Examples of products recommended by YOGANEST
Discover our selection of high-performance leggings at YOGANESTdesigned to combine comfort and style during your yoga sessions. These leggings are perfect for intense practices like Vinyasa or gentler sessions like Yin.
Choose our breathable and stylish topsThe perfect way to stay comfortable and trendy on the carpet. Our hooded and hoodless sweatshirts, like the sweatshirt NamasteThey combine breathable, super-comfortable fabric with a chic design that's ideal for when you're just starting out or when you've finished practising.
Essential accessories:
- Non-slip mats Our high quality mats ensure optimum grip.
- Yoga blocks Perfect for improving your posture and providing support during sessions.
Key products available on YOGANEST :
- Bras Our selection offers models with excellent support and great freedom of movement.
- Tank tops : Pieces like the Moon tank top combine modern style and functionality.
- Leggings Designed to fit your shape while allowing total freedom of movement.
Our products combine comfort, performance and aesthetics, thanks to brands that have been carefully selected for their commitment to quality and durability.
Our opinion
Choosing the right yoga clothes is an important step towards optimising your practice and ensuring maximum comfort. A intelligent shopping means taking into account your specific needs, the right fabrics and the aesthetics that motivate you. By exploring the offers at YOGANEST, you'll find the ideal outfits that combine performance and style.
For those looking for breathable, stylish tops, we recommend the tank top cami top model Lunar Luxe. If you need a comfortable and stylish bra, the Linda bustier bra could be perfect for you.
Final thoughts : Investing in high-quality, eco-conscious brands like those offered by YOGANEST not only enhances your carpet experience but also contributes to a more sustainable future. So why not explore our selection today? You'll be amazed at the difference the right clothes can make to your daily practice.
Frequently asked questions
Why is it important to choose the right yoga clothes?
Choosing the right yoga clothes is essential for comfort and performance during practice. The right clothes allow greater freedom of movement, which improves the effectiveness of the postures.
What types of fabric are recommended for yoga?
It's advisable to opt for fabrics such as organic cotton and natural fibres like bamboo for their comfort and thermal regulation. For intensive use, keep the same fabrics or opt for even more breathable fabrics such as recycled polyester to ensure that perspiration is wicked away.
How do I choose the perfect fit for my yoga clothes?
A well-fitting cut is crucial to provide good support during movement. High-waisted garments with or without drawstrings are recommended, as are flat seams to reduce chafing.
Does the aesthetics of yoga clothes have an impact on my practice?
It's not certain, but it's likely that aesthetics play a role in motivating you to practice. A style, cut, pattern and colour that suit you and inspire you can boost your state of mind during yoga sessions!
Why should I check customer reviews before buying yoga clothes?
By consulting several customer reviews, you can assess the quality and durability of products. Feedback can also guide your choice, based on the actual performance of the products.
