
What to Wear for Yoga
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Nabeela Saghir
The ultimate yoga edit
Whether you're easing into a slow morning stretch or powering through a heated vinyasa, what to wear for yoga can shape your entire practice – think comfort, confidence, and effortless mobility that moves with every bend and breath.
The secret to the best women’s yoga outfits? High-stretch fabrics, sweat-wicking breathability, and silhouettes that flatter without holding you back. Our Goodmove collection delivers on all fronts – think understated, technical, and endlessly wearable. This half-zip yoga top is a standout choice, available in timeless black or muted green for a subtle colour pop.

Leggings that elevate your practice
The most flattering yoga leggings offer more than just stretch – they sculpt, support and hold their shape through every flow, taking you from mat to morning coffee with ease.
Seek out a high-rise waist for smooth support, and fabric that boasts four-way stretch and moisture-wicking performance. It’s all in the details: minimal seams, wide waistbands, and built-in pockets elevate both function and finish.
For a print that feels bold yet refined, Sweaty Betty’s Power leggings in abstract green strike the perfect balance – the breathable, quick-dry fabric is made for movement. Or why not try Girlfriend Collective’s compressive flare leggings? Sleek and elongating, they bring just the right amount of style to your downward dog.

Bras and tops that hold up
Consider this your top-half reset. The right yoga top should move with you – breathable, body-skimming, and designed to stay put through every pose. The secret? Ditch anything stiff or slouchy and choose pieces that glide over your skin, keeping pace with every movement.
When it comes to bras, opt for light-to-medium support, smooth seams, and a barely-there feel. It’s all about ease and elegance, especially in slower sequences or grounded poses.
High on our wish list? The Spacedye sports bra. Ultra-soft and sculpting in all the right places, it’s made to flex with every movement. With a sleek racer back that’s both practical and polished, this bra takes you from studio to street with ease.

Supportive style for every body
Yoga is for every body – and your outfit should reflect that. The best plus size yoga outfits offer support and style in equal measure. Think high-rise leggings that smooth and stay in place, breathable stretch that moves with you, and considered cuts that contour without clinging.
Our top tip? Skip anything too tight or too loose. Instead, choose well-cut pieces that offer gentle structure and full freedom of movement. Soft, sculpting tops provide just the right level of support – because confidence starts with what you wear, and when the fit is right, everything else flows.
Published 8.8.2025
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