What to wear to Pilates, from comfy sports bras to leggings, onesies, men’s essentials and more
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Pilates is currently having its moment. Anyone who’s tried out a reformer class knows: it’s addictive. Once you start, you won’t stop because the lengthening and toning method makes you feel that good.
If you find yourself hitting up multiple classes a week, it’s time to take a cue from celebs and fitness influencers and invest in some Pilates-friendly activewear staples. Sure you can wear pretty much anything you want, but it makes each session that much more exciting when you have the perfect Pilates fit.
Pilates is a low-impact workout consisting of fluid movements done at a slow and consistent pace. So unlike weightlifting or running, you don’t need tight, compression fabrics to hold everything in place. Instead think lightweight, breathable fabrics that comfortably move with your body.
Most Pilates-approved activewear is super soft, but form-fitting. Pro tip: You want to be sure to avoid anything overly flowy that might get in your way on the reformer.
Lucky for you, our Pilates-obsessed Athletech News editors have tested out countless brands at all price points, including Lululemon, Alo, Beyond Yoga, Amazon and more.
Keep reading for the top-performing Pilates wardrobe staples we can’t live without.
Our Favorites:
Best Comfy Bra: LDMA High Sculpt Bra, $50
Best Tank Top: Beyond Yoga Spacedye Slim Racerback Cropped Tank, $68
Best Leggings: Alo 7/8 High-Waist Airlift Legging, $128
Best Onesie: Vuori AlltheFeels Onesie, $118
Best Bike Shorts: Splits59 Airweight High Waist Short, $68
Best Men’s Top: Alo Conquer Reform Crewneck Short Sleeve, $68
Best Men’s Shorts: Lululemon License to Train Lined Short 7″, $88
Best Men’s Pants: Fabletics The One Jogger, $59.95
Best Grippy Sock: WellBeing + BeingWell Striped Tube Grip Sock, $26
Best Mat: Amazon Basics 1/2-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Mat, $21.65
Best Pilates Ball: ProBody 9-Inch Pilates Exercise Ball, $9.95 (orig. $16.95)
Best Water Bottle: Stanley 40 oz Stainless Steel Tumbler, $45
Sports Bras, Tanks & Tees
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LDMA High Sculpt Bra, $50
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Beyond Yoga Spacedye Slim Racerback Cropped Tank, $68
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FP Movement All Clear Solid Cami, $30
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Splits59 Airweight S/S Crop, $98
Leggings & Biker Shorts
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Alo 7/8 High-Waist Airlift Legging, $128
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Beyond Yoga Spacedye Caught In The Midi High Waisted Legging, $97
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Splits59 Airweight High Waist Short, $68
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Alo 5″ Airlift Energy Short, $68
Onesies
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Vuori AlltheFeels Onesie, $118
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Skims Fits Everybody Contrast Trim Onesie, $62
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Spiritual Gangster Kelly Short Bodysuit, $118
Men’s Tops
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Alo Conquer Reform Crewneck Short Sleeve, $68
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Vuori Strato Tech Tee, $54
Men’s Bottoms
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Lululemon License to Train Lined Short 7″, $88
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Fabletics The One Jogger, $59.95
Pilates Grippy Socks
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WellBeing + BeingWell Striped Tube Grip Sock, $26
At-Home Equipment
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Amazon Basics 1/2-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Mat, $21.65
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ProBody 9-Inch Pilates Exercise Ball, $9.95 (orig. $16.95)
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Stanley 40 oz Stainless Steel Tumbler, $45
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