Overall Rating - 9.1 / 10
Top: Athleta Bra, XS (true to size)
Bottom: Glyder Vital Tight, Black and White Pinstripe, XS (true to size) 
PROS / Glyder Vital Tight is made with cottony feel FORMA101 fabric. It is four-way stretch, breathable and sweat wicking. The high waist style offers great support. It is a perfect 7/8 legging on me. It gives a leggy and flattering look.
CONS / The waistband has a thin encased elastic, which is less than perfect as I prefer the flat waistband. BOTTOM LINE / Glyder Vital Tight is a classic stripe legging that would never go out of style. It fits and performs well. It covers all the needs for yoga as well as gym workouts. The encased elastic on the waistband is less than ideal as it shows the muffin top. About Glyer -
Top: Athleta Bra, XS (true to size)
Bottom: Glyder Vital Tight, Black and White Pinstripe, XS (true to size)
Glyder Apparel is a women activewear company based in Tustin, California. They are proud of delivering quality workout clothes without compromising designs and affordability. Because everyone is a different individual and no adventure is the same, Glyder focuses on designing multi-functional pieces that will perform in any activity, taking you from studio, to street and to the highest peak. To learn more about the brand, please visit to my previous post, Glyder Mantra Crop.
YOGINI'S CLOSET UNFOLD -
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1. Size – It is true to size. I wear an XS. As reference, I am Lululemon size 4. 2. Style – 7/8 legging. 3. Inseam – 20.5" long. It sits right below my calf. 4. Front Rise – 10.25" high rise. 5. Waistband – 3.25" wide waistband with a 3/8" encased elastic band and a hidden pocket. 6. Fabric – 88% Nylon and 12% Spandex. 7. Design for – Heated and non-heated yoga as well as gym workouts. 8. Cost – Retail price is $72. I bought it at 40% discount during Black Friday Sale. 9. Stitch Seam – Flatlocking seams. 10. Crotch Seam – Diamond shaped double-lined gusset. |
The legging is made in Vietnam.
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There is a inner hidden stash pocket for membership card, cash or key. Although this is not something I would use, it could be convenient for some of you.
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Performance - The FORMA101 fabric has similar feel to cotton, but offers better moisture wicking and fast dry properties. It is four-way stretch allowing me to move freely in yoga. Since I don't wear high compression leggings much, Glyder Vital Tight works just fine for high impact exercises. Compared to Lululemon Nulu (cottony fabric), I feel Nulu performs slightly better than FORMA101.
Quality -
Comfortable flatlocking seams are used on Vital Tight in addition to the diamond shaped double-lined gusset. The legging is 100% opaque. I do not observe any pilling or color fading after few wears and washes. Overall, I am satisfied with the quality. Fit - Sizing is probably the biggest debate when it comes to your first order from Glyder. Some people say it runs big, while others mention it is true to size. For me, it it true to size. I wear my regular size, XS, which is equivalent to Lululemon size 4. I may be able to fit in an XXS, but I haven't tried yet. |
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Here is why I think XXS may fit me. I took couple pictures to show comparisons between Glyder Vital Tight (XS) and Athleta High Rise Stripe Chaturanga Tight (XS Petite). The bottom pair in the pictures is Glyder Vital Tight and the measurement around the thigh is 3/4" bigger than the top pair, which is Athleta High Rise Stripe Chaturanga Tight. As to the waist, Glyder Vital Tight is measured 1" bigger (12.5" vs. 11.5").
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Like I mentioned in previous review (Athleta High Rise Stripe Chaturanga Tight), stripe leggings create leggy look and Glyder Vital Tight is no exception. Vital Tight also lifts and shapes all the right places of the body. I appreciate that Glyder finally decides to make high rise leggings. It definitely offers more support and coverage that I like compared to the standard rise Mantra Crop.
Comfort -
The fabric is soft; however, when comparing to Athleta High Rise Stripe Chaturanga Tight, it is actually not as soft and smooth. That said, Glyder Vital Tight is still very comfortable to wear. I am spoiled by flat waistbands. I don't particularly like the encased elastic on the waistband although it doesn't dig into my waist, nor does it cause discomfort. It just doesn't hide the muffin top as well as the flat waistband.
The fabric is soft; however, when comparing to Athleta High Rise Stripe Chaturanga Tight, it is actually not as soft and smooth. That said, Glyder Vital Tight is still very comfortable to wear. I am spoiled by flat waistbands. I don't particularly like the encased elastic on the waistband although it doesn't dig into my waist, nor does it cause discomfort. It just doesn't hide the muffin top as well as the flat waistband.
Glyder Vital Tight is a reasonably priced and high performance yoga / workout pant. The fabric is four-way stretch, breathable, sweat wicking and fast dry. The legging is very flattering and the black and white pinstripe gives a leggy look. It hugs and shapes all the right parts of my body. The high waist style offers great support much needed for exercises.
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Where to Buy -
Glyder Vital Tight is available at Amazon, Glyder, Max & Me Sport, McClure Fitness, Sculptique and Yoga Outlet.
Other retailers carry Gldyer include Evolve and San Diego Fit.
Other retailers carry Gldyer include Evolve and San Diego Fit.
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