Yesterday I posted about craving colours and I don't just mean adding a pop in between my blacks and greys but actually style it up in living colours. Why have I been living in the darker range of the colour family you ask? Well for one, I've always bought into the notion that black is slimming. But - if I have to be really honest with you (and with myself, sucks when I have to be honest to me), it's the absolute easy way out to dressing up. You put on black and call it a day! Yes, you can never go wrong with it yet, you're not pushing any boundaries with it either.
You know I'm all about testing boundaries, getting out of comfort zones and trying something new these days! I suppose reading Chas' post (the chic and talented blogger of From Denim to Dessert) couldn't have come in a better time as she featured a company that I am very pleased to hear about:
Zobha (meaning grace, beauty and brilliance in Sanskrit) is a yoga and fitness apparel company that offers a wide range of exceptional active wear. Form + function is the best way to describe designs that use superior performance fabric and details that marries effortless movement with classic cuts and fashionable style.
Zobha is currently running "How Would You Use Free Yoga Gear in 2011?", a contest open to all bloggers. One lucky winner can win a starter package that includes the following apparel:
- 1 yoga tank of your choice
- 1 pair of yoga pants of your choice
- 1 pullover or hoodie of your choice
- 1 yoga mat carrier
- 1 eye pillow
As you know, I have been teaching Yoga and teaching fitness classes for over 8 years now and looking back at some of my photos of me either teaching, practicing on my own or performing on stage, I have been in nothing but black.
Exhibit A:
Exhibit B:
Apparently, yesterday's declaration: Stop being afraid of colours! I'm a grown woman for orange's sake! resonated with a lot of you, so let's take this one step further now, shall we? Wouldn't doing yoga, walking, working out or just doing just about anything look and feel so much better in these?
Exhibit C: No More Black!
The colour-block is a fantastic silhouette-enhancing design which, doubled with a criss-cross back detail, provides you with the ultimate support in any imaginable pretzel position!
A perfectly flattering and leg-lengthening cut that features smooth style lines, flat lock inseams and fitted knees. As a Yoga Teacher, I have to be able to execute yoga poses with precision so these pants are perfect for me!
Asymmetrical Zip Hoodie
Made of 97% Organic Cotton French Terry, this stylish and uniquely designed hoodie is the best way to warm up before and after a yoga class. Don't you just love the black piping details, the rich colour of the fabric, the two-way zippers and of course, the cute thumb holes to keep your sleeves in place? Now, you can dance like no one is watching!
City Bag
Heavyweight cotton canvas fabric? Check! Multiple pockets for your various accessories? Check! Plastic zip for wet and sweaty (I know, I know!) clothes? Check! This City Bag is a fantastic versatile bag that you can take anywhere and everywhere!
p.s. did I mention that I need a new Yoga Mat?
Silk Eye Pillow and Case
Anything that promises me an experience that simulates Savasana, meditation or relaxation is a very easy Yes! This silk eye pillow gives the benefits of silk cooling against your skin, the aromatherapy of the lavender to release tension and uplift your mood. We can all use one, yes?
Made of 97% Organic Cotton French Terry, this stylish and uniquely designed hoodie is the best way to warm up before and after a yoga class. Don't you just love the black piping details, the rich colour of the fabric, the two-way zippers and of course, the cute thumb holes to keep your sleeves in place? Now, you can dance like no one is watching!
Heavyweight cotton canvas fabric? Check! Multiple pockets for your various accessories? Check! Plastic zip for wet and sweaty (I know, I know!) clothes? Check! This City Bag is a fantastic versatile bag that you can take anywhere and everywhere!
p.s. did I mention that I need a new Yoga Mat?
Anything that promises me an experience that simulates Savasana, meditation or relaxation is a very easy Yes! This silk eye pillow gives the benefits of silk cooling against your skin, the aromatherapy of the lavender to release tension and uplift your mood. We can all use one, yes?
Now, going back to the bedrock of Zobha's question - How Would You Use Free Yoga Gear in 2011? Since we've all declared this year to be the year of being fearless and trying new adventures, I would use Zobha to inspire others to hold that tree pose a little longer, soar to that eagle pose and lift your prayer up a little higher. I would use Zobha as a reminder to myself and hopefully to others to always be true to myself, to move freely and fearlessly but also with grace and compassion!
Are you interested in joining this contest? Click here for details and be sure to read the company's mission and philosophy. I'm sold.
Good luck and namaste.
Are you interested in joining this contest? Click here for details and be sure to read the company's mission and philosophy. I'm sold.
Good luck and namaste.
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31 comments:
Your my hero your a master of yoga i admire you !!! I'm cheering you on for more color !!! You would smokeying in anything I swear !!!
Hi ML! How's your colourful new wardrobe quest going? Hope it's great. Hey girl, I'm still wondering what's the misterious challenge you proposed some days before! Have a lovely weekend! XoXo
Rock on with your color bad self:) I saw the post on from Denim to Dessert....and loved it!!
Stop by and say Hello:)
Enter my e.l.f Cosmetics Giveaway!!♥
I haven't ever really done structured yoga classes. But I do really like yoga and of course yoga wear. There is nothing comfier!
I understand why you would wear dark workout clothes though, it doesn't show sweat, and stains. But, I bet it would be fun to kick up your workout gear's color. I know this is off topic but do you have a favorite affordable yoga workout dvd for someone starting out? I would be really interested in hearing your opinion.
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I absolutely love yoga and it's fantastic that you're a teacher! I agree on the colors too - down with black!
-Danielle
That so cool that you do yoga.
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one of my new years resolutions is to do more yoga! need to get on that...
your yoga is awesome and so is that eye pillow. i really need to get back into it stat!
i used to do yoga... on my wii fit. LOL. I need to get back into it and maybe take a real class
Mmm... I love color and like seeing it on you. There's something inherently invigorating about clothing oneself with nature's beauty.
You just reminded me to get back to Yoga!
I didn't realize you were a yoga instructor. No wonder you have such an amazing figure! I love how you're embracing color :)
ohhhhh!!!!! i have always been interested in yoga but am too lazy to try! lol! :D
i hope you win the contest ML! goodluck!
Go for the colour, I say (despite wearing darks today).
PS You look amazing doing yoga. Your alignment looks perfect.
Damn lady, you look so good working out! I must say, I wasn't too excited about exercising tonight, but all this talk of fitness has gotten me pumped! Strangely enough, most of my workout clothes are super bright--hot pinks and teals and whatnot. But I always go for black on the bottom!
Man, maybe I should try yoga...
Ah ML you look great! Love these clothes and petites huh? Will definitely be checking them out! Did you know I took yoga for about 6 - 7 years???? Unfortunately I stopped when we moved to the city as I have been too lazy to find another studio. I wish you lived near me so I could take classes form you.
You teach Yoga ML??! Ok, that's something that I didn't know. I used to do yoga regularly but have stopped and now wanting to go back into it. You look so darn professional in that yoga pose! No wonder you have a great body!
uhm, fingers crossed for you! btw the second pic of you is too cute! :D Id definitely join your classes if I weren´t this far away.
I sent you the email with my adress!
xx
M.
love colors of your outfit!
And you teach yoga??? So great!!!
nice blog!
xoxo
S
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you actually inspired me with this post!! I've always wanted to try yoga, now maybe I could come to you haha :p Lovely post :)
xxxx
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I didn't realize you taught yoga! That's awesome! Good luck with the contest!
Oh honey, I hope you win! You deserve it more than anyone I know!
WOW girl!! I dont know that you teach yoga for 8 years!! you are my hero now!!!
Anyway, I'm transitioning to colors too, I have been living under the rock, so black grey and white use to be my color, not anymore
<3
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I want to do yoga na I think I should start soon. You rock at everything my friend.
Hi ML,
We do the PR for Zobha and we absolutely love your post! We would like to send you updates about Zobha if you wouldn't mind sending me an email address we could reach you at. We look forward to working with you in the future.
Thank you,
Shannon
You have amazing yoga form ML! I shake like a leaf when I practice! ;) Exercise wear is such fun- you can play with textures, colours and styles and no one can say anything baceuse you're being healthy (it doesn't matter how crezy you look! ) xo Em
I am so entering. I had no idea that you are a fitness/yoga instructor. I teach Pilates and yoga classes and yes, most of my gear is black. I really need to incorporate more color in all aspects of my life :)
Dear ML, you certainly do not need black to slim you. You are already slim, flexible, and altogether beautiful. If you need help incorporating color into your wardrobe, I can help. I am what is known as a colorphile. It wasn't until recently I began adding the color Black into my wardrobe. IT's not always easy to make a change. The only pair of Black shoes I had were 10 years old. So last year I finally bought several Black items. One a very expensive lazer cut Black Leather mini by Leifsdottir on sale of course. But it was hard for me to sink over $200 on a Black Skirt. Yoga clothing is a perfect place to get started adding color. I bet you are a fabulous yoga guru. Bring on some color gal!
Oh good luck, ML! You would absolutely rock these colors.
I love seeing photos of you doing yoga -- you look so natural at it, and happy doing it! :)
MAN, youre flexible! I have dabbled here and there with Yoga practice at home via some friends online served Yoga instructional videos (Detroit Yoga), and with Gaiam home DVDs (I love Rodney Yee and Suzanne Deason) and pilates and what not, but I'm not very disciplined.
I think if I had more yoga clothes, I'd probably try doing Aerial Yoga (think Cirque Du Soleil) at the studio we have here in the city.
I had no idea you were a Yogi, and I think that is amazing. That pose (no idea of the title) is freaking hard, sons. I tried it last night. It did not feel good.
XX.
Mae Lu, @ thereafterish.
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