Move more – Wash Less: Activewear you don’t have to wash for weeks

My experience

This all sounds great in the company description, but does the product really keep its promise? Is it really possible to wear a T-shirt several times during workouts without it getting a bit smelly? Does such a high-tech product feel good on your skin? I have tested the set consisting of leggings, sports bra and T-shirt.

Comfort and first impression:

The leggings immediately felt great. I am especially critical with leggings. I hardly wear ethical fashion leggings since so far only my old fast-fashion model was perfect for all the different types of workout I do. But Organic Basics has really created a great model:

• The cut is soft and seamless – the pants do not cut in at the belly and only in the inside you will find a “real” seam. All other seams are super soft and hidden. Comfort and the perfect fit of a workout leggings are really the most important thing for me! Around the belly, I need a soft, yet figure-hugging cut, so I feel comfortable, can do any sport and can wear the leggings on bloated days as well.
• The soft colors are super versatile – with the color choices Black, Sea Blue and Burgundy, there is a wonderful color scheme that is fun, yet not too cliché “Sporty-Girly”.
• The material is made of recycled nylon, is super soft, stretches perfectly, but does not wrinkle or wear out
• The breathable zones on the knees and on the side make the whole thing even more breathable

The question you were waiting for: I tested the set during a few pilates sessions, when I shot the photos for this blogpost (I ran and jumped a lot in the sun), went for a few bike rides in it when it was hot and did an aerial yoga workout. Currently I cannot do super intense interval trainings as I am a bit out of shape when it comes to strength and cardio, but I still sweated every time.

At first, when I still had the items on, I did kinda notice a bad smell. But I wasn’t sure, if it was on me or on the material. When I took the leggings, bra and shirt off and let it air out, I indeed couldn’t detect a bad smell…it was crazy! I usually always wash my workout clothes after each session and now they still smell fine! My husband was also pretty impressed and now he wants numerous t-shirts out of the material 😀

And more good news:

I have a coupon code for you. With HEYLILAXOB you receive a 15% discount on all Organic Basics items (no minimum order value, worldwide redeemable, no end date, free shipping for orders over 80 Euro or 100 Dollars).

But note: Buy only what you need, even if the discount code might seduce you. After all, the motto “Less is More” also applies to ethical fashion. Nevertheless, I like to share the discount code, because I am really convinced of the products and I know that they are not super cheap. Maybe the discount helps your budget a little bit!

• The company comes from Copenhagen and produces underwear, basics and activewear made out of organic cotton and recycled materials as sustainable and fair as possible – sustainability is the company’s key focus 

• Organic Basics focuses on sustainable, but also durable materials and designs that are timeless and can be worn over a long period of time. If you have any feedback or questions about the quality, the company and its customer support are very open

• The new SilverTech Activewear line is made from Italian recycled nylon and is more durable than other, conventional nylon. It’s made from pre-consumer textile waste meaning waste materials that is already produced during manufacturing process in other textile companies. This nylon requires 80% less water and 90% less emissions than new nylon textiles.