Spring is finally here and summer is on its way! It’s time to ditch the leggings and jump into some comfy yoga shorts!

With it comes yoga in the sun, and some cool summer yoga clothes. Try and let loose in materials that won’t harm your skin or the planet this year.

Forget tights…the time to absorb that vitamin D is now!

Here’s a list of eco-friendly yoga companies that carry excellent yoga shorts to keep you cool all summer long. In no particular order.

Teeki

Pictured: hunter green sun shorts photo by @teekigram

Made In: USA
Sustainability: Materials made from recycled plastic water bottles

Teeki’s eco-conscious movement is aimed to keep plastic water bottles out of landfills and oceans. A great goal considering plastic bottles take up to 400 years to biodegrade, that’s a really really long time! So all of their materials are made from fibers spun from recycled plastic water bottles. Take a peek through their super unique + funky patterns, see what suits your style! An activewear company that manufactures all of their clothing in the US.

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Alternative Apparel

Pictured: Girlfriend Collective High Rise photo by @alternativeapparel

Based-In: Atlanta, GA 
Sustainability: Guarantee fair wages, free catered meals and exercise breaks, as well as a safe and healthy work environment for their employees. Made with recycled water bottles & old fishing nets.

If you are looking for shorts with a touch more coverage, look no further. These Girlfriend Collective shorts provide a more practical fit, not your typical short-short designs. Ethically manufactured in an SA8000-certified factory and made from recycled materials, using old water bottles & fishing nets.

Rumix 

Pictured: Joy Shorts, Light To Love Biker Shorts, Wisdom Shorts photo by @rumixfeelgood

Made In: USA
Sustainability: Materials made from recycled plastic bottles + upcycled coffee grounds + water-based inks.

A wonderfully eco-conscious company that uses sustainable materials made of recycled plastic bottles and upcycled coffee grounds. This allows for a 4-way stretch, sweat wicking and super-soft breathable clothing. Take a look through their variety of designs including the longer bike short, running shorts with spandex inside and adorable patterns with a drawstring along the side.

No-Mi-No-U

Pictured: Bri Shorts by @nominoudesigns

Made In: Canada
Sustainability: Materials made from recycled polyester (plastic bottles) + supports local artists.

Whether you’re an artist or if you simply enjoy art, then you should definitely take a look at No-Mi-No-U’s short designs. They are a unique brand that incorporates international artists’ designs to celebrate different cultures and support emerging artists. Made from 88% recycled polyester (plastic water bottles) + 12% spandex, including adjustable drawstrings along each leg.

Yoga Democracy

Pictured: Compression Shorts photo by@kateswarm

Made In: USA
Sustainability: Italian fabric made from post-consumer plastic + dyed with waterless transfer process + made by free-range humans

Looking for shorts with a high waistband + no elastic? Yoga Democracy has got you covered. Made with luxury Italian fabric that is 78% derived from post-consumer plastic such as water bottles. Vibrant no-fade colours and patterns thanks to their non-toxic, water-less dyeing process. Made in Arizona.

Patagonia

Sustainability: Fairtrade sewing + materials made from recycled polyester, recycled nylon and hemp…to name a few!

If your the type who likes being extra comfy, Patagonia is probably one of the best places to look. They’ve got a few different styles, even some baggy shorts (we all need at least one pair of these). Their materials include recycled polyester made from plastic soda bottles, recycled nylon, hemp and organic cotton. Patagonia even supports Fair Trade Sewing.

Niyama Sol

Pictured: Fuji Flirt Shorts by @niyamasol

Sustainability: Incorporates recycled plastic fabric.

We absolutely adore the pattern designs on the shorts that Nimaya Sol has to offer! Inspired by different cultures, our favourite is a Japanese Fuji inspired short with a cute kitty-cat and koi fish. Their high-waisted Flirt Short uses 84% recycled plastic fabric and 16% spandex and comes in several different colours and styles. And if you’re looking for a looser fit, take a look at their rad retro roller girl shorts. And men we’ve got you covered too with their cool Weekender shorts!

Please note, this is not a sponsored post although some of the links are our ambassador links. We believe in supporting our fellow earth lovers and helping them succeed too! In return, we do receive a small commission on sales made through these links.