Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging Review

Author's Rating - 8.8 /  10

Top: Athleta Bra, XS (true to size)
Bottom: Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging, XS (true to size)

PROS / Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess legging is made with eco-friendly RPET fabric. It is soft, breathable, moisture wicking and fast dry. The wide waistband stays put and provides great support and coverage.

CONS / It can be sheer when wearing a dark color underwear.

BOTTOM LINE / I like the fit of Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess legging and how it enhances my body curvatures. It performs well for yoga as well as high intensity exercises. It is very breathable and keeps me stay dry throughout the workout. The legging is also reasonably priced.

Overall 8.8 / 10

Quality / 30%​​​

9

​​Performance / 30%​​

7

Comfort & Fit ​​/ 25%

10

​Design & Style / 15%

10

Price: $ 72

About Teeki - 

Top: Athleta Bra, XS (true to size)
Bottom: Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Leggings, XS (true to size)

Teeki, founded by Lindsay Hemric in 2010, is an eco conscious activewear brand. Lindsay didn’t set up to just create fashion forward and sexy yoga pants. For her, sustainability is everything. Teeki activewear is made entirely from recycled bottles. One pair of Teeki yoga legging recycles roughly 25 discarded plastic bottles. Even during the manufacturing process, the warehouse is powered by solar panels. 

"Teeki supports you with your active lifestyle and adventures; yoga, gym, workout, surf, sports, dance, flow and constantly moving forward with your body, mind and spirit."

YOGINI'S CLOSET UNFOLD - 
Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging Review

I’ve known Teeki for years. I see  yoginis wearing its most popular yoga legging, Love The Elephant Hot Pant, a lot; however, I didn't care much for it until I had a chance to try out its leggings in store recently. I was quite impressed. If you read my previous reviews about Niyama Sol, you would know how much I like its leggings. The fabric Teeki uses is more or less the same as Niyama Sol, which is RPET. In addition to the fabric, these two brands shares many similarities on their leggings. 

Let me introduce you my first legging from Teeki, the Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging. 

1. Size – I wear an XS.  Compared to Niyama Sol, which runs small, Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging is true to size. Some reviews recommend to order one size up, while others suggest the regular size. I am glad that I get my normal size. It fits me well. It "hugs" my body like a yoga pant should be, but not snug. For your reference, I wear Lululemon size 4.

2. Style – Full length legging. 

3. Inseam – 28" long. There is extra fabric bunching around my ankle and it is long enough to wear over the heel for me (I am 5'2").

4. Front Rise – 9.5" mid-high rise. 

​5. Waistband – 5" wide waistband. 

In comparison to Niyama Sol's leggings, the front rise and the width of waistband are pretty much the same (please allow 1/4 to 1/2" measurement errors); however, its waistband sits slightly lower. It does not quite cover my navel. That said, it provides enough coverage and support. It also hides my muffin top.

6. Fabric –  79% RPET and 21% Spandex, while Niyama Sol's leggings are made with 84% RPET and 16% Spandex. The texture and compression between them are similar. The fabrics are silky smooth and medium to high compression. I feel the fabric of Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess legging is thinner than Niyama Sol's (compared to the ones I own).

​7. Design for – It can be worn to heated and non-heated yoga, gym workouts and even water sports.

8. Cost – Retail price $72. I bought it at Amazon for $59 + tax. The list price is more affordable than Niyama Sol Barefoot Leggings, which are priced at $88.

9. Stitch Seam – Comfortable flat locking seams. 

10. Crotch Seam​ – Lined diamond shaped gusset.

Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging is  in made in U.S.A., while Niyama Sol's leggings are made in China,  

​Overall, I am happy with the fit and performance of Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess legging. It hugs me well and enhances body curvatures. It lifts and shapes all the right places. It is made with the lightweight recycled fabric, which is breathable, moisture wicking and fast dry. The fabric is very stretchy and the compression is great for muscles circulation. Compared to Niyama Sol's leggings which are made in China, Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess legging is made in U.S.A. It is 18% cheaper and the fabric is lighter weight, which can be good or bad depending on your preference. Either or, I need to carefully pick the underwear to avoid see through. Personally, I like Niyama Sol over Teeki because its designs suit my style better. That said, I will continue buying leggings from Teeki as long as I see new prints I like.

Where to Buy -

Teeki Diamond Tribe Charcoal Goddess Legging is available at Amazon, Bliss Bandits, Live Your Life Gear and San Diego Fit.

You can order Teeki from the official website or through following retailers in additions to abovementioned stores: Carbon38, Evolve, simplyWORKOUT (use code yoginiscloset to receive 20% discount), Yoga Dept, Yoga Outlet and Zappos.