The ancient practice of Yoga is more relevant than ever in today’s fast-paced world, where one needs a routine that blends physical, mental, and spiritual wellness. Practicing Yoga at home, in a training center, with friends and family, or as a personal routine is a great way to start your day, and feel relaxed and in touch with your higher self.
Building a Yoga routine is the first step towards having the best time as you get into the practice of Yogasana, pranayama, and meditation. We are here with a list of Yoga-essentials for you, starting with the fashionable Yoga pants, to help you start a new, self-care habit.
Yoga pants may be part of this generation’s everyday uniform but way before activewear and athleisure wear became fashion must-haves, yoga pants were already an intrinsic part of the Indian lifestyle. The contemporary yoga pants that are popular today are known for their ultra-fitted, figure-hugging style. They’re usually made of stretch fabric that encases one’s legs like leggings and allows for easy movement.
However, traditional yoga pants were actually the very opposite in fit. As we all know, the yoga practice involves a lot of body flow and transitioning from one position to the next. Whether you’re doing a lotus pose, a downward facing dog, a handstand scorpion or any other position in between, you need clothing that won’t hamper your flow and interrupt not only your movement but also distract your frame of mind.
When doing yoga, one therefore needs to wear clothing that will enable and support this type of free movement, providing ease, comfort, and calm.
The traditional style of yoga pants, commonly referred to as the dhoti, is characterized by a very wide cut and loose fit, and is made of a soft fabric that allows for a wide range of motion. It enables the wearer to move freely, comfortably, and without any restriction. These loose-fit yoga pants were not only popular before but are still worn today by many yogis and yoginis alike.
They’re undoubtedly ideal not only for many physical positions but for the many forms of yoga in general and have therefore stood the test of time. However, beyond yoga, these loose-fit trousers also have a place in any wardrobe. You don’t have to be a yogi or yogini to wear dhoti-style bottoms. The flowy, wide-leg trousers, also known as palazzo pants, are also fashionable beyond yoga, and outside of any activewear and athleisure wear purposes.
As stated before, yoga pants are all about comfort and style coming together. Today, there are a variety of yoga pants for women in the market, but some of them are classic and chic, perfect for being a part of your everyday Yoga routine.
An all-time favorite for Yoga practitioners around the world is these printed Yoga trousers with powerful mantras all over. Colorful and comfortable, these pants are loved for the unique ancient syllables that wrap them, adding to the spiritual quality of your Yoga sessions.
Printed pants seem to be a great choice for Yoga. These pure cotton Yoga pants are stylishly balanced between a bohemian fashion and blissful motifs of the Buddha. Airy and light cotton makes them additionally useful, especially for long Yoga classes when you need breathability and style.
A little ethnic charm in your Yoga routine will add style and comfort to it. Plan your attire with this patchwork palazzo from Gujarat. Patchwork clothing from India is a symbol of sustainable fashion in its rural regions, where scrape fabric is needled together to create colorful and boho-looking wearables. This patchwork palazzo comes with a comfortable drawstring to adjust the fit according to your ease, making it perfect for a relaxing Yoga practice.
Pilkhuwa clothing is popular for its vivid colors, comfy pure cotton, and ethnic motifs that make it a stylish casual wear. This trouser from Pilkhuwa has the classic patterns of elephants, camels, birds, and flora all over, with a promise of cotton’s light-as-air feel, which is just the thing you need to get your zen on.
These ankle-length palazzo pants are a great choice for those who want to add style to their everyday wellness routines. The soft cotton fabric is tailored into an easy fit, with a drawstring and traditional Ajrakh motifs all over. The deep blue color ensures that you can pair these pants with a variety of tops and the beautiful floral motifs all over bring a feminine feel to the looks.
If you love a defined and elegant fit and want to create a different look for your exercise routine, these harem-style cotton pants can be a nice option. Made with pure cotton that is easy to style and comfortable, the pants are designed with pockets and strings to adjust the fit. Chic prints all over take care of your style needs, while an elastic waistband offers ease during all those Yoga postures where flexibility is key.
While cotton is a great pick for summers and autumns, Yoga practices, especially if you do it on your balcony or in an open space, require something warm. A pair of pants like this woolen printed pair will come in handy during those cold days. The pants have a comfy style, with artistic prints that you can style for casual occasions as well. Strings and elastic add ease to the pants, which you can pair with your favorite jumpers, sweatshirts, or hoodies for winter.
The space in your home where you practice Yoga has to be kept separate from the rest, cleaned, and maintained to fill it with positivity and healing energies. With Exotic India Art’s vast collection of statues, décor, books, clothing, and much more, you can easily craft your personalized Yoga room or corner in your home.
For those who practice Yoga through worship and devotion to their Ishta (tutelary) God or goddess, through the mantras of a particular deity, or through the reverence of a Tantric deity, statues serve as a potent medium. You can get the perfect idol of Hindu gods and goddesses, Buddha, and Buddhist deities for your Yoga space, and welcome their protective and guiding presence in your home.
Paintings of Hindu gods and goddesses, Thangkas, and Tantric art are some of the most popular and powerful elements as sacred décor. Buy a painting of your preferred deity and place it in front of you, to perform meditation at the end or beginning of your Yoga session and gain their energies during your practice.
Zen gardens, a space created for mindful healing and introspection are often decorated with large garden statues and sculptures of deities who embody the principle of tranquility and wisdom. You can create your own Yoga Garden with stunning stone, metal, and wood artwork. Place these as a centerpiece or a statement in your outdoors, and design your personal heaven that you will never feel like leaving.
For those who practice Yoga indoors, the floor is the place where the magic happens. Pick a traditional Indian wool carpet from Kashmir, woven mats, or Yoga mats as per your requirement to make sure that your routine is comfortable. Indian handmade carpets and rugs are crafted to ensure luxury and ease, making them an ideal option to decorate your Yoga space.
Incense is an ancient part of Indian culture, as a way of infusing the environment with positivity and transforming it with its fragrance. Burning incense is considered spiritually uplifting and ritually important, and is a practice to add to your Yoga routine. Find a place in your space to keep a traditional Dhoopdani or scented candle, and experience a soothing aroma that will enhance the goodness of Yoga.
Ancient Indian literature is the source of everything the world knows about Yoga. We have a collection of more than 1600 books on Yoga, handpicked to guide newcomers and help experienced practitioners brush up their knowledge. Some yoga books, such as Shiva Sanghita, Dattatreya Yoga Sastram, Yoga Sutra of Patanjali, Hatha Yoga Pradeepika, Yoga Rahasya of Nathmuni, and many more ancient texts which are at the root of Yoga practice, are gathered in one place on the website. Available in Hindi, English, Sanskrit, and regional languages, these books will be an enriching addition to your routine, helping you understand the theory and practice of Yoga.
Jewellery such as pendants, bracelets, and rings made with powerful stones are believed to add positive, intuitive, and elevating energies to a person’s life. You can bring the auspiciousness of stone ornaments based on your goals of doing Yoga. Gemstones like lapis lazuli, rose quartz, turquoise, and coral have been trusted by ancient civilizations as stones that attract nature’s energy and make Yoga and meditation a holistic experience.
Explore the online collection of yoga pants and essentials discussed in this blog on Exotic India. Each clothing, décor, book, and jewelry piece here is picked from a trusted source, to create a one-stop-solution for all that you need to create the perfect ambiance for Yoga in your home.
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