Yogini's Closet - Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging Review

Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging Review

5/27/2017

Author's Rating - 9.5 / 10

Yoginis Closet Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging Review

Top: Lululemon All Day Breeze Bra, Viridian Green, Size 4 (true to size)
Bottom: Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging, Rock The Ramp Arts Print, Size XS/Short (true to size)

PROS / Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging is made with super soft, silky smooth and stretch lightweight fabric. It is moisture wicking and fast drying. The legging is versatile and suitable for various workouts from yoga to spin.

CONS / The adjustable inner drawcord does not work for me. Although it doesn't cause discomfort, it leaves red indents on my waist.

BOTTOM LINE / Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging is a high performance workout pant perfect for various workouts. The silky smooth and low to medium compression fabric makes it comfortable to wear all day long.

Overall 9.5 / 10

Quality / 30%

Performance / 30%

Comfort & Fit / 25%

Design & Style / 15%

Price: $ 85

About Sweaty Betty -

Top: Lululemon All Day Breeze Bra, Viridian Green, Size 4 (true to size)
Bottom: Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging, Rock The Ramp Arts Print, Size XS/Short (true to size)

Sweaty Betty is a premium British activewear brand for women. It was founded in 1998 by Tamara Hill-Norton, who is now the Creative Director of the company. When she saw the gap in female sportswear market, she decided to reinvent activewear to make women feel powerful and amazing. She teamed up with her husband Simon, who is now the CEO of Sweaty Betty, and opened the first shop in Notting Hills. In 2013, the company opened the first US boutique in Soho. Today, there are about 50 boutiques in the United Kingdom and 13 in the United States. There are probably more to come as the company continues to grow. Whether it is yoga, skiing, swimming or running, Sweaty Betty provides products that are fashionable and functional. All clothes are designed to be worn from studio to street. The average price of a yoga pant from Sweaty Betty is $115, which is $17 more than Lululemon's. Seeing how fast the company is growing, consumers don't seem to mind its higher price tag.

YOGINI'S CLOSET UNFOLD -
Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging Review

Sweaty Betty is a relatively new brand to me. I have read great reviews about it but wasn't able to try its products until recently. I was out shopping few weeks ago (first weekend of May). I was so excited to see the Sweaty Betty boutique in Palo Alto, CA. I didn't remember it was there last time I went (~2 months ago). Then I found out it was newly open on April 21st.

Anyway, I tried on two pairs of leggings in store, Contour Workout Legging in rock the ramp arts print and Chandrasana 7/8 Reversible Legging in hidden gardens print. These two legging have very different feels. Contour Workout Legging is made with the lightweight and silky smooth fabric with low compression, while Chandrasana 7/8 Reversible Legging is thicker and higher compression. I liked both leggings, but I ended up ordering Contour Workout Legging. Ordering? Yes, I didn't purchase the legging in store because my size, XS, has sold out in short length.

I chose Contour Workout Legging over Chandrasana 7/8 Reversible Legging was because
1) l liked the rock the ramp arts print better,
2) it was made with lightweight and soft fabric which was a more comfortable fit, and
3) it was cheaper ($85 vs. $115).
I felt $115 of Chandrasana 7/8 Reversible Legging was overly priced.

My order came in about a week and half later from UK. Let's UNFOLD my new purchase from Sweaty Betty, Contour Workout Legging.

1. Size – I wear size XS in short length. The legging is true to size. As a reference, I wear Lululemon size 4.

2. Style – Ankle length legging.

3. Inseam – 25.5" long. The legging comes with regular and short lengths. The short length fits me perfectly, right around my ankle. For regular length, I can wear it over the heel (I am 5'2").

4. Front Rise – 9.75" medium to high rise, right on my navel. This is my preferable rise. It keeps the muffin top tucked in.

5. Waistband – 3.25” waistband. There is an adjustable 0.75" wide inner drawcord (elastic band). It isn't uncomfortable to wear, but it leaves red marks on my waist.

6. Fabric – 81% Polyester, 19% Elastane. It's soft, silky smooth and lightweight. The fabric has similar feel to Electric & Rose Starry Night Legging, but pill and snag free.

7. Design for – Almost any exercise from pilates, yoga to spinning. Unless you prefer a high compression pant, or this legging is great for any workout.

8. Cost – Retail price $85. I used a 20% off discount code from Agent Athletica.

9. Stitch Seam – Comfortable flat locking seams.

10. Crotch Seam – Lined triangle gusset.

The Contour Workout Legging is made in Cambodia.

The legging fell short on one thing. The thread used to saw the bottom hem isn't as stretchy as I would like. Don't get me wrong. It is still stretchy and fits fine, but I need to roll the pant up to my knee in my yoga practice (see 4/7/2017 Practice Journal for the reason). Unfortunately, I am be able to do so when wearing the Contour Workout Legging. As you can see in the pictures below, I am only able to pull the legging up to the bottom of my calf. The thread prevents me from bringing it any higher. This is just something that I need to do in the practice.

Overall, I am happy with the purchase. Sweaty Betty Contour Workout Legging is high performance and covers all the needs for the exercises I do, including yoga, HIIT and gym workouts. It is stretchy, moisture wicking and fast drying. It is lightweight and helps me to stay cool during workout. The softness of the fabric makes it comfortable to wear. Although the inner drawcord leaves the red marks on my skin, it doesn't cause discomfort or dig into my waist. I will definitely purchase clothes from Sweaty Betty again for its high quality and performance. In fact, I am debating if I should order Chandrasana 7/8 Reversible Legging.