Athleta Clothing Review
I would like to think most of you know my style by now. I am pretty relaxed, I like khakis and color. I love fun shoes. I love tee’s and sweatshirts, and sweaters. I love longish skirts and dresses in the spring and summer. As a friend dubbed my long ago, I am a Prissy Hippie. But really as far as dressing goes, I am far far far from being Prissy. Yes I do like to look nice, but most days you will find me in yoga pants and a tee, and if chilly a fleece.
So one day I was browsing the interwebz. I love window shopping. So I come across Athleta. Immediately I fall in love lust. Yoga gear, great shoes, running attire. Clothing that can take you straight from the Yoga mat to cocktails with a friend. Plus with Athleta being in the Gap family, I knew it would be quality.
I was the extremely lucky recipient of a couple boxes of surprises from Athleta. Basically I gave them some sizes and they sent it out. Knowing that I loved every item on the site, and every item I had previewed in the Holiday look-book, I was going to be thrilled! And outfitted!
Take a look at these!
athleta Lodge Pant Several colors
These pants are made like jean, pockets in back and all. But are made from recycled polyester and spandex. Which means they are water wicking. My sloppy butt loves that! no stains! I have lounged in these pants, thanks to the spandex and I have also worn them out for couple dinners.
The Lodge Pant has a boot-cut fit with a flattering flat front, an extended tab zip/snap closure, internal waist adjustment, two front mesh-lined jean style pockets, one right leg zip pocket, two back patch pockets, and Athleta chi logo rivets.
Love these Velvet beauties too! Called Covara. Might make it to my Christmas List!
Velvet is at its best when broken in, so we weathered the fabric on this semi-fitted, jean style pant to make it feel like an old favorite the first time you put it on. The straight leg cut and seams down front and backs of legs offer a flattering fit. Two jean pockets at front, two hidden zip pockets at back, and one hidden front zip pocket at right.
The most used, so far, from the items I was sent is this gorgeous Cashmere mix sweater. The warm fall weather has helped me get more use out it! The Yama Sweater vest.
Because of the Olive Brown tone, I am able to pair this with so many color combinations. My favorite color is green, so as you can imagine, I LOVE IT! I am 5′8″ but a lot of my height is in my torso, so this rides me a little high, but not really that big of a deal. I just happen to built a little “off.”
I have never owned anything Cashmere. Now this isn’t 100% but the combo of Bamboo and Cashmere make it so silky soft!
- Rayon from bamboo, Tencel Lyocell, Acrylic, Nylon, Cashmere
- Imported.
- Hand wash.
On cool days that need a quick warm-up, this semi-fitted hoodie vest is made from our soft Bambooloo sweater knit to be a perfect core-warmer. With a V-neck and rib knit trim, the Yama Sweater Vest has a removable tie, a three-snap front, and kimono cap sleeves. Two front snap pockets stash money and ID.
Altheta has some really nice sporty jackets and coats too. They can be multi-purpose and be sporty, but some of these are nice enough to wear no matter what you are doing! I am drooling. Athleta does a fantastic job mixing colors, with out making women look gaudy and older then they are.
Another new favorite of mine, Eco-licious Half Zip.
Made from eco-licious- recycled Spandex and Polyester blend. And believe me when I say, it is LUXURY at its finest in athletic wear. It keeps me warm, allows for movement, plus there is literally no bulk if I need to layer up.
If you are style impaired or just need a little help putting outfits together, Athleta has a special section called, “Get Outfitted.” Let Athleta put your ensemble together for you, right down to your handbag and shoes!
Right now All orders over $50 Ship free!
Plus they are with Piperlime, Gap, Old Navy and Banana Republic so they are always having shipping sales and deals for buying from multiple stores!
YogaFit Review and Giveaway
YogaFit is the largest yoga school in North America with over 70,000 fitness instructors trained in six continents. YogaFit focuses on safety first and foremost! They are also the official Yoga Training program for TSI ( NYSC, BSC, WSC, PSC ) and the only yoga company that is an ACE partner. And they offer over 30 educational programs in yoga, anatomy, yoga therapy and Pilates. We also have a 200-hour and 500-hour Registered Yoga Alliance RYT certification program.
PLUS YogaFit offers mats, accessories, DVDS, CDS and bamboo organic performance wear.
A couple of my favorite items from just browsing the YogaFit website are:
Bamboo Fitted Flare Pants- thermal regulating and drawstring pant. The pant is made of breathable, quick drying, anti-bacterial (odor free) and anti-bromic (deodorized) material. It is composed of Bamboo (70%), Cotton, and Spandex and is available in black, charcoal and brown with a 33″ in-seam. ($34.95)
Bamboo Fitted Flare
· Bamboo Mock Neck Jacket- fitted, stylish, thermal regulating, zippered jacket with YogaFit. The jacket is made of breathable, quick drying, Anti-bacterial (odor free) and Anti-bromic (deodorized) material. It is composed of Bamboo (70%), Cotton (25%), and Spandex (5%) and is available in black only. Note that this is a “Fitted” jacket and is meant to have a more snug fit. ($44.95) ON SALE! $24.99
Bamboo Fitted Mock Neck Jacket
I was also sent a couple of items to review for YogaFit.
· Organic Scoop Neck Tee-perfect fit, thin rib collar; blind-stitched sleeve and bottom hems. 100% organic cotton, resilient fabric , low-impact fabric dyed, satin garment washed, and no shrinkage. ($24.95) ON SALE for $14.99
Organic Scoop Neck Long Sleeve
This tee is so soft, and almost ridiculously comfortable. I have only had it about a 10 days, and have worn it 3 times! I like that it is long enough to cover me, and not ride up. When working out or just running errands, there are not many things worse then a tee you feel like is showing your booty. The scoop is just right too, not too deep to let the girls show, but yet enough to still be a scoop! I have the ocean color, and it is almost a cross between periwinkle and teal.
· Bamboo Boat Neck Henley- Naturally thermal regulating, breathable and quick to dry. This Bamboo Henley is an ecological breakthrough in apparel. The fabric is made of 70% Bamboo, 25% Cotton, 5% Spandex. Colors Available: Rose and Chocolate with white contrast stitching. ($34.95)
Bamboo Boat Neck Henley
Ah, and the Bamboo Boat Neck Henley. Soft and breathable, it is one most perfect shirts I own for working out. Sometimes a tank top just doesn’t work! The small flower design on the right area of the waist adds a touch of character too. These do run a little small, so I suggest ordering up a size.
YogaFit has been kind enough to offer a giveaway here at Prissy Green! One reader will win the Bamboo Henley, and the Organic Scoop Neck long sleeve! To enter, head over to YogaFit, and tell me one item you would like to own. It can be a piece of equipment, clothing, DVD or anything else they carry!
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