PROS / Athleta Elation Glades 7/8 Tight, made with recycled Nylon, is four-way stretch, breathable and sweat wicking. The fabric is light weight and low compression, great for heated and non-heated yoga. The high waist provides lots of support and coverage.

CONS / The encased elastic waistband doesn't work for me. It is narrow and not stretchy. I struggle a lot to pull the pant up. I worry that I may rip it off. Once I have the legging up, it fits fine on the waist.

BOTTOM LINE / Athleta Elation Glades 7/8 Tight is a great legging for yoga. I am surprised that the encased "inelastic" band doesn't dig or pinch my skin. The high waist provides great coverage. The recycled material (similar texture to jacquard fabric) is light weight and breathable. 

PROS / Uintah Collection Dakota Capri is made with the sleek synthetic fabric. It is four-way stretch, fast dry and moisture wicking. The capri is well made and provides basic needs for yoga and most workouts.

CONS / The capri is standard rise, which is not my preferred style. Neither does it provide support nor coverage for the midsection. The encased elastic band digs to the waist and shows the muffin top.

BOTTOM LINE / Uintah Collection Dakota Capri is reasonably priced and covers needs for yoga and gym workouts. It's stretchy and sweat wicking; however, the breathability is not the greatest. I don't particularly like the standard rise style as it lacks of support and doesn't hide the muffin top.

PROS / K-DEER Sedona Sneaker Length Legging is made with the four-way stretch Nylon/Spandex fabric. It is sweat wicking and fast dry. The high-rise waist gives a flattering and no muffin top fit. The legging is medium compression, which suits for any activity.

CONS / The legging runs small. I size up and wear a small. It is not constructed with flatlocking seams throughout. For example, the waistband and bottom inseams have overlocking seams.

BOTTOM LINE / I can't be happier with the fit and performance of K-DEER Sedona Sneaker Length Legging. It is flattering with a unique flat front seam to avoid unappealing or uncomfortable female fit. The high-rise flat waist keeps everything tucked in. The material is stretchy, breathable, moisture wicking and fast dry. 

PROS / Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is a medium high compression legging, perfect for yoga and gym exercises. The fabric is four-way stretch, sweat wicking and fast dry, keeping me stay cool and dry during workout. It shapes the body curvatures well and the high waist provides support for the mid section.

CONS / Except for the encased elastic band that doesn't hide the muffin top well, there is nothing else I dislike about the legging.

BOTTOM LINE / I am satisfied with the performance of Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging. The state of art material is four-way stretch, which offers freedom of movement and comfort. It is moisture wicking and fast dry. The legging keeps me warmer in cooler temperature and cooler in warmer temperature, i.e., in a heated yoga class. It would have been perfect if it has a flat waistband.

Top: LululemonSports Bra, Black, Size 4 (true to size).
​Bottom: Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging, XS (true to size).

Although I am familiar with the brand Vimmia, VIMMIA X is new to me. I didn't know the VIMMIA X collection until recently. VIMMIA X is advertised as "a state of the art smart yarn containing far infrared technology that transforms human body heat into energy which provides both performance and cosmetic benefits." This innovative technology is enhanced with bioactive minerals. It increases blood microcirculation ensuring a high level of comfort, and improves the skin's appearance by reducing skin imperfections (cellulite). Since the technology is built into the yarn, its properties and benefits are supposed to remain wash after wash. According to Vimmia, they are the only company offering garments made from this yarn in the US.

Key benefits of VIMMIA X include:

• Promotes thermoregulation to maintain the skin's core internal temperature by balancing both heat gain and heat loss
• Increased blood circulation
• Improved blood flow and oxygenation to muscles and tissue
• Increased recovery speed with greater workout efficiency
• Reduced muscle vibration
• 4-way stretch for incomparable freedom of movement and comfort in wear
• Reduces appearance of cellulite
• Increases skin smoothness

* Information source: Discover VIMMIA X

Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is my recent impulse purchase. I accidentally found it on super sale at Sculptique, and I simply couldn't pass the deal. I have to say that it is one of the best purchases I've ever made. It is inexpensive (after discount) and high performance. It gets my money's worth.

​Let's take a look Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging.

The legging is made in USA.

Performance - 
As advertised, Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is four-way stretch, fast dry and moisture wicking. The medium high compression fabric offers great muscles support for workouts. Personally, I prefer to wear it for high impact exercises more than yoga as I like less compression leggings for the practice. If I have to be picky, I'd say the breathability could have been improved. The fabric is thicker (heavier weight) than Niyama Sol RPET material (my favorite leggings for yoga), which can be one of the reasons that I find it less breathable.

​As far as the cosmetic benefits (reducing appearance of cellulite and increasing skin smoothes), I can't provide input here. It's recommended to wear the legging for at least 6 consecutive hours for 30 consecutive days to see the results, which I haven't had a chance to test. 

Quality - 
So far, Vimmia hasn't disappointed me with its quality. The legging is constructed with flatlocking seams and there is a gusset. I haven't observed discoloration and pilling after few wears and washes.

Fit - 
The size of Vimmia has been very consistent and it's true to size. The XS hugs my body well. The legging is flattering. It not only creates a leggy look, but also lifts the bum nicely. I am glad that Vimmia finally makes high waist leggings. After reviewing Reversible Spellbound Legging, Vimmia reached out to me and told me that high waist leggings were coming soon. I do like how it provides more support and coverage for the belly; however, the encased elastic band is not my favorite element. Some people like it, but it's not for me. It doesn't cause discomfort per se, but it can show the muffin top.

The inseam is 26.5" long. Unless I wear it over the heel or there is some fabric (not a lot) gathering at the ankle. By the way, I am 5'2" (158cm).

​Comfort - 
Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is medium high compression, which I am not accustomed to wearing it for long hours. With that said, it is totally fine (comfortable) to wear for exercising. I just prefer less compression leggings when practicing yoga and lounging at home. Like I mentioned earlier, I don't like the elastic band, but it doesn't pinch into my waist or cause discomfort. 

Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is one of the best purchases I've ever made. For $30.3, it covers all the needs for activities I do and more. I am pleased by its state of art high performance material and flattering fit. The medium high compression fabric provides great muscles support and the high waist keeps everything tucked in. Although it felt short on breathability, it could just be me as I am used to lightweight leggings for heated yoga. 

Vimmia X High Waist Aztec Legging is available at Moosejaw, Neiman Marcus (currently on sale for $51) and Vimmia.

PROS / WERKSHOP Stars - Athleisure Legging is made with the medium high compression fabric. It is four-way stretch, breathable, moisture wicking and fast dry. The legging is perfect for yoga.

CONS / There is no gusset and the legging is constructed with overlocking seams. I see stitches being stretched out especially in the crotch area. It runs small, and I recommend to size up.

BOTTOM LINE / WERKSHOP Stars - Athleisure Legging is a comfortable legging and works great for most of activities from gym workouts, yoga to lounging at home. The fabric is stretchy and breathable. It is sweat wicking and fast dry, ideal for heated yoga classes. I am disappointed that the legging is not constructed with flatlocking seams and the gusset is missing.