Monday, March 28, 2011

Hot Yogi - Alternative Brands for Yoga Clothing

First Published in Lifestyle Asia on 28 March 2011.

There are more yoga clothing brands around than just Lululemon or Nike Yoga. Let us browse through what the market has to offer, and put on some hot clothing for a class of hot yoga!

Tops




Tanya B yoga wear is designed by a yoga instructor, so you can be sure their pieces are both functional and fashionable. Their tie dye yoga tops will definitely attract attention both in and out of the yoga studio. Available in Bodywize Yoga.

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Easyoga is a famous yoga clothing brand, and their products sells out quickly on the first day of the Asia Yoga Conference every year. Thankfully, Pure Yoga has decided to become their retail arm in Hong Kong, so we now have access to them all year round. Their clothings are made of cotton which feels amazing when rubbing against your skin. They have several diverging lines, so whether you are sexy, sporty or cute, there is always something for you.

Bottoms

Yoga capri doesn't have to be either black or white. Namaste offers alternative colours for yoga bottoms, such as maroon and white. Unfortunately it is not sold in Hong Kong stores yet, and is only made available to fashionable yoginis in the annual Asia Yoga Conference.

Yoga 4 Yogi is another brand that is designed by yogini for yoginis, and their fishermen yoga pants looks really comfortable. Available in Anahata Yoga.

Jackets

If you need to put on a jacket when getting in and out of the studio, Zobha will make a great choice. It is also a great for weekends with a pair of tight jeans. Available in Rush.

Beyond Yoga is a well kept secret amongst Hollywood actresses, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia Roberts, and Reese Witherspoon, just to name a few. Their amazing jackets are available in Pure Fitness, allowing you to look like a star when heading over to the studio.

Mats and Props

Manduka is the Rolls Royce of yoga mats. Their dense cushioning gives unparallel support to your practice, and if you have been to a class in Pure Yoga you would know what I mean. Available in Lululemon Showroom.

As a yoga products brand based in Hong Kong, Biotrek is the best place to go for all your yoga props. From straps to bolsters, they have everything stocked up in abundant quantities. For those of you that are environmentally conscious, their blocks can come in wood or bamboo as well, instead of the conventional Styrofoam. Available in Sogo.

Namaste!

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