Yogini's Closet - Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri Review

Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri Review

6/3/2017

Author's Rating - 9.5 / 10

Yoginis closet Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri yoga pant review

Top: Lululemon, Size 4 (true to size)
Bottom: Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri, Abyss, Size XS (true to size)

PROS / Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri is made with Athleta signature Pilayo® fabric that is four-way stretch, moisture wicking and fast drying. The mesh detail is great for ventilation. There are two practical leg pockets for personal essentials such as cell phone.

CONS / The high compression fabric makes the capri tighter than what I like for yoga.

BOTTOM LINE / I love Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri. It is a high quality performance pant. It is suitable for various exercises including pilates, yoga and studio workouts. The cute leg pockets are great bonuses to stash iPhone, ID and credit card when going for a bike ride or running errands.

Overall 9.5 / 10

Quality / 30%

Performance / 30%

Comfort & Fit / 25%

Design & Style / 15%

Price: $ 74

About Athleta -

Top: Lululemon, Size 4 (true to size)
Bottom: Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri, Abyss, Size XS (true to size)

Since I've introduced Athleta in my previous post, I will skip it today. If you want to know more about the brand, please visit Athleta Stripes Chaturanga Capri Review.

Athleta is one of my favorite yogawear brands besides Lululemon, Liquido Active and Niyama Sol. What I like about Athleta is its superior quality and high performance clothes in addition to great Fitness Professional Discount Program. Moreover, there are Athleta stores close by me that I can go and try the clothes on anytime. Compared to the other three brands mentioned earlier, Athleta yoga pants and leggings are the most reasonably priced and the company offers the best discount (30% off) to instructors. Lululemon offers 25% off for the R&D Program in stead of 15% starting in May, while Liquido and Niyama Sol offer 20% off to the fitness instructors.

YOGINI'S CLOSET UNFOLD -
Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Towan Capri Review

When I first saw the High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri online, I already knew I was going to buy it sooner or later. I liked the cute mesh design, convenient leg pockets and beautiful abyss color. The capri was as pretty in person as it was online if not prettier. The capri came with two colors, black and abyss. I tried XS black and S abyss in store because XS abyss was sold out. Both colors were neutral and could go with anything. Since I did not have any legging in green yet owned plenty in black, I decided to have the store order XS abyss. The shipping was fast. It only took about 5 days before it was delivered. Let's take a closer look of the High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri.

1. Size – I wear my regular size XS. As a reference, I wear Lululemon size 4. I also tried size small in the store, but the waist fitted loose on me.

2. Style – Capri.

3. Inseam – 22" long, which is 2" longer than the Stripes Chaturanga Capri. The bottom hem sits right below my calf (I am 5'2").

4. Front Rise – 10.25" high rise. The waistband goes up to my navel.

5. Waistband – 4” waistband, which is a quarter inch wider than the Stripes Chaturanga Capri.

6. Fabric – The main body is 88% Supplex Nylon + 12% Lycra Spandex, while the mesh and side pockets are made with slightly different % of Nylon and Lycra blend fabrics.

7. Design for – Pilates, heated and non-heated yoga and any studio workouts. The fabric is the same as the Stripes Chaturanga Capri, which is quite thick. It may not be the best choice for running, spinning or any high sweat exercise.

8. Cost – Retail price $74, $10 more than the Stripes Chaturanga Capri ($64). Athleta charges additional $5 for the high rise chaturanga capri ($69) and another $5 for the leg pockets.

9. Stitch Seam – Comfortable flat locking seams.

10. Crotch Seam – Lined triangle gusset.

Besides two easy access leg pockets, there is a key pocket on the inner right side of the waistband, which is the same as the Stripes Chaturanga Capri. I don't use the key pocket, especially when there are two leg pockets for easy access. The leg pockets are quite big. There is plenty of room to fit an iPhone in it. Even a small wallet can fit in there.

The leg pockets are favorite design features. They are so practical. I can put essentials in these pockets and skip carrying a bag out. For bike ride, the pocket is a must. Since the leg pockets have no zipper, they don't cause any discomfort for yoga. I don't like the pants with zipper pockets on the back. The zipper can dig into the lower spine when doing asana on the back.

Although both the Stripes Chaturanga Capri and Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri are made with 88% Nylon and 12% Lycra, the Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri give tighter fit and higher compression. I prefer the compression of Stripes Chaturanga Capri, which gives perfect support without feeling restricted. Even though the Mosaic Capri is a tighter fit, I do not have problem wearing it for long period of time. I have worn it for full day when going out with friends for cherry picking and few hours of bike ride.

You should try out Athleta High Rise Mosaic Chaturanga To Town Capri if you like a high rise pant. The leg pockets are great bonuses and practical for running errands, bike ride or times you don't carry a handbag.