Yoga Pants
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The proper attire can really add a lot to a comfortable yoga practice, and yoga pants are no exception. Dressed up or dressed down, there are hundreds of styles, colors and fabrics. This article will highlight a few options that can suit anyone’s taste.
Designer and Specialized Yoga Pants
Fit Couture
Fit Couture was established by Amy Cerny, a fashion designer and “fitness enthusiast” who wanted more from sporting apparel. Her pants come in a variety of styles, including the continuously popular capri. Average price: $45.
Dancewear Solutions
Dancewear Solutions puts the "fun" in funky yoga and dance clothing. After all, just because you’re Zen doesn’t mean you can’t get your groove on, too. Whatever your mood, or if you’d like a variety to cover all your exercising activities, Dancewear Solutions might be for you. Average price: $20-$30.
Lucy
Lucy specializes in custom fabrics created especially for use in activewear. In addition to yoga pants and bottoms, the company offers day-to-day clothing and accessories, too. Average price: $50.
Shakti Activewear
Shakti Activewear was started by Ana Bugarim Santos after she completed Bikram yoga teacher certification. Since Bikram is performed in high temperature rooms, Santos discovered that she needed clothing somewhere “between a bathing suit and an aerobic outfit.” Shakti has a vast offering of shorts, pants and unitards. Average price: $30 for shorts, $50 and up for pants and unitards.
Paiva
Paiva, known as a “premium athletic store,” carries quite a diverse selection of yoga pants and shorts. The site also offers healthful eating and exercise tips. Order online or use their store locator to find one of their new retail outlets. Average price: $45-$65.
GreenerPaths.com
GreenerPaths.com believes in a reuse and recycle ideology, as well as socially-conscious business practices. They even ship their products in reusable bags. Their yoga bottoms collection is small in selection but vast in color and style. GreenerPaths has products for the whole family. Average price: $40.
Rawganique
Rawganique connects yogis to the earth with their selection of certified, organic hemp fiber products. The entire company is built on a philosophy of natural sustainability and the ability to live “cleanly and lightly.” Rawganique’s site not only carries hemp yoga clothing and accessories, but also wedding apparel – right down to the tips of the groom’s hemp shoes. Average price: $79.
Visit the Old Standbys, Too
Many of the standard retail shops and sporting goods stores have enhanced their exercise apparel lines considerably. Whether you choose to shop online or during your normal Saturday morning errand run, you’ll have a wide selection of yoga pants from which to choose, often priced within a beginner’s budget.
Target
It’s hard to beat Target for a bargain, and the store can also be a convenient one-stop shopping experience for everything you might need for exercising. Peruse yoga bottom options here, starting at $12.
Overstock.com
If you like the thrill of the hunt for both a deal and a product, the selection on Overstock.com changes constantly and prices for most yoga apparel falls under $20.
Victoria’s Secret
No matter what you put against your skin, Victoria’s Secret makes it special. Their chic collection of yoga pants and loungewear doesn’t bruise the wallet too much, with most items starting at $30.
Danskin
And finally, we come to the company known for alternative activewear. A popular brand carried by most sporting goods stores and a favorite of dancers for decades, this company continues to expand their line. If your budget can accommodate yoga clothing priced at $35 and up, visit their Web site at Danskin.com.
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