A couple of years ago you could take a quick glance around any yoga studio and pretty much everyone would be clad in leggings. And while the humble

Maybe this is a reflection of the gentler, more intuitive approach to fitness we've adopted, or simply because since the lockdown loungewear boom we've come to appreciate true comfort. But one thing's for sure: for whatever reason, form-fitting isn't for everybody and that's where Sweaty Betty's Gaia collection comes in.

Based around softer silhouettes, silken, breezy fabrics and flattering yet functional details, the Gaia collection consists of yoga pants, a vest, a long-sleeved top, a low-impact bra, two jumpsuits and, surprisingly, a yoga dress.

Made from incredibly soft (and 85% recycled) fabric, each piece in the range is lightweight, sweat-wicking, super comfortable and designed for both low-impact workouts and lounging (our kinda clothing).

Plus, if you're a Sweaty Betty Insider, this week you can get 25% off everything, including the new Gaia collection. Sign up for free here.

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And if this all looks a little familiar, you won't be surprised to learn that the Gaia collection is an evolution of the Gary range. Updates include softer, smoother fabric, more comfortable cuts and a flattering, higher, wider waist on the pants.

So why the name change? In case you weren't aware, Gaia is the Greek goddess of earth and ancestral mother of all life (no biggie), and Sweaty Betty is nothing if not a big believer in girl power. Plus the brand envisions yogis, Pilates fans and rest day queens alike feeling more grounded while wearing pieces from the collection, hence the earth connection.

Read on for the lowdown on each piece from the refreshed range and remember, if you sign up as a Sweaty Betty Insider, you can get 25% off this week.

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Formerly the Gary Pants, the Gaia Yoga Pants are pretty much the same as their predecessor, just with a high-waisted spin to help you feel supported and held in as you move. They pair beautifully with the longline Gaia Yoga Bra for a relaxed yet chic silhouette.

We predict these will be the most popular piece from the collection a loose, flowing fit with supreme softness, support and comfort to boot? Yes, please.

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Comfort is key when it comes to low-impact sports bras. Save your compressive styles for running or HIIT and indulge in this super-soft yoga bra. Whether you plan on wearing it on the mat or the sofa it offers gentle support, even for bigger busts, and is designed with complete freedom of movement in mind.

But it doesn't just perform, with a flattering V-neck, sculpting seamlines and removable pads to help you feel your best while you bring the heat (and bring it on, because this baby's sweat-wicking).

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This yoga jumpsuit makes unwanted midriff exposing a thing of the past hallelujah. Pike, invert and Downward Dog to your heart's content, because the full coverage plus elasticated waist this cute one-piece offers means you'll never be hastily tucking your vest into your leggings again.

Lightweight, sweat-wicking and stretchy, this gives brilliant freedom of movement and instills such confidence that it's truly a joy to wear and as such is our new go-to for reformer Pilates. Fancy more coverage? It's also available with long sleeves.

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Every fitness wardrobe needs a great yoga tank something you can turn to when you need stretch, comfort and confidence. Enter the Gaia Yoga Vest. With a fitted hem to help the top stay put as you move it won't distract while you linger in Downward Dog, plus is made from the same flexible, sweat-wicking material as the rest of the range and features a racerback so there's nothing to impede your movement.

We've found this pairs gorgeously with high-waisted leggings, sitting just over the top of the waistband, or if you wear it with the Gaia Yoga Pants the two hems meet perfectly in the middle for a streamlined fit.

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Maybe your studio of choice is a little draughty, or perhaps you're a restorative yoga fan and love to feel cosy as you hold those poses. Either way, this long-sleeve tee is a no-brainer.

Luxuriously soft and stretchy, it has the same fitted waistband as the yoga vest above, so stays put while still offering a relaxed fit.

We were surprised that this turned out to be one of our favourite pieces from the Gaia collection. The waistband is so deep that you can drape material over the top for a laid-back look we love, and being a home yoga fan (and refusing to turn the heating on), this is ideal, even for for fast-paced flows as it wicks away sweat effectively.

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A dress? For yoga? Yeah, we were confused too. It appears looking past the name is key to understanding this piece, because we don't know about you, but we're not about to bust out a deep lunge in this thing. But a long summer walk, or running errands? Sure.

We can see the appeal as a comfy, chuck-on dress when you can't decide what to wear, and being breathable and sweat-wicking it would suit casual summer wear as well as light, non-legs-akimbo workouts. We're planning on pairing it with cycling shorts to make a cute tennis dress come the warmer months.

Read more here:
Sweaty Betty Gaia Review UK 2024 - Women's Health UK