Find your om in yoga gear from Roxy Outdoor Fitness

Find your om in yoga gear from Roxy Outdoor Fitness

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As a health and outdoors writer, my drawer of sports bras has slowly reached maximum capacity as my "normal people" wardrobe continues to fall behind the times--hey, at least I get to call myself something of an expert when it comes to discerning between sub-par sports apparel and the cream of the crop. As far as I'm concerned, Roxy can do no wrong, so you can image my excitement when the brand announced the continuation of its Outdoor Fitness collection and started offering a new range of tops, bottoms, wetsuits and, yes, sports bras a few weeks ago.

The brand's fall 2013 collection is proof positive that the worlds of fashion and yoga intertwine a little more every day (appropriate considering September is National Yoga Month). Whereas in the past, yogis were stuck with drab, Earth-Child colors and designs, now we're overwhelmed by an array of sleek cuts and modern hues. Roxy is no exception to the rule, marrying second-skin fits with fun colors and soft fabrics.

The superstar of the fall lineup is the Everyday Yoga pant, made from silky-soft brushed jersey with an extremely flattering compression fit through the butt and thigh and a slight flare toward the ankle. Because of its unbelievably soft feel and perfect fit, it's suitable for the studio but also for hiking, travel, and post-surf coffee runs.

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In a close second is the Perfectly Seamless sports bra, one of the most comfortable bras I've ever had the pleasure of practicing some spine twists in. It's truly seamless (meaning no abrasive lumps and bumps that rub against skin) and has ventilation built woven in, not to mention subtle lace detailing.

If my picks don't do it for you, opt for lightweight, breathable and stretchy jackets, capri leggings, booty shorts, and swim tops and bottoms that double as on-the-mat outfits--and everything rings up under $170 (including a full wetsuit and a down jacket). I officially need a bigger closet.

Original article and pictures take www.adventuresportsnetwork.com site