With yoga as mainstream as soccer, there are enough brands and types of yoga tops to make choosing one seem near-impossible. You may even feel that you’re looking for a super-top: Soft but opaque, loose without getting in your face, and pretty yet functional.
Calm your chakras, because that super-top does exist. Take a look at our buying guide for the 17 best women’s yoga tops.
- Reviews of the 17 Best Women’s Yoga Tops
- 1. Baleaf Women’s Short-Sleeved Top – Your Basic Tee
- 2. Llamaste Women’s Yoga Top – The Humorous Top
- 3. Sanutch Workout Yoga Crop – The Crop Top
- 4. Mippo Women’s Mesh & Tie-Back Tank Top – The Knot-in-the-Back Top
- 5. Disbest Yoga Tank Top – The Low-Intensity Top
- 6. Juangla Tank Top – The Top That Covers Your Bottom
- 7. ODODOS Workout Tank Top – The Form-Fitting Top
- 8. Bestisun Women’s Workout Long Sleeve – The Thumbhole Long Sleeve
- 9 . Zengjo Women’s Quarter-Zip Long-Sleeve Top – The Nippy-Weather Top
- 10. CRZ YOGA Women’s Brushed Tank Top – The Super-Durable Top
- 11. Aeuui Women’s Top – The Strappy-Back Top
- 12. SILKWORLD Women’s Compression Shirts The Tall-Yogi Top
- 13. Fihapyli Women’s Open-Back Top – The Eco-Friendly Comfy Top
- 14. Shine Athletica Women’s Burnout Top – The Sporty Top
- 15. COLO Women’s Yoga Tank Top – The Chic Top
- 16. MISS FORTUNE Women’s Yoga Top – The Plus-Sized Top
- 17. RUNNING GIRL Long-Sleeve Crop Top – The Eco-Friendly Ombre Top
- What to Look for in Women’s Yoga Tops
- Hot Yoga and High-Intensity Yoga: What to Avoid
- Additional Tip
- Wrap Up
Reviews of the 17 Best Women’s Yoga Tops
There’s something for every yogi in the high-quality assortment of tops we picked. Check them out below.
1. Baleaf Women’s Short-Sleeved Top – Your Basic Tee
If you’re a lover of the good old t-shirt, this top is ideal for you. The fabric is 90% polyester and 10% Spandex, so it breathes well and wicks away moisture. The quick-dry four-way-stretch fabric gives you unrestricted movement in inversions and high-intensity workouts.
The basic cut is as comfy as your oldest basic tee, but this top steps it up a notch with a tag-free collar, so you can use your fingers for balance rather than for scratching the back of your neck. The seams are chafe-proof and the fit means this top won’t get in your way in inversions.
This super-soft top can also double as casual wear.
Pros
- Increased visibility due to reflective elements
- Extra squat-proof
- Budget-friendly
Cons
- Can’t be ironed
2. Llamaste Women’s Yoga Top – The Humorous Top
This pre-shrunk, racer-back top is a tri-blend of polyester, rayon, and 25% cotton. We like it when a moderately priced top also gives you breathability, flexibility, moisture-wicking, and comfort.
The top is super soft and comes with a funny illustration made in Ann Arbor, where, according to the manufacturer, you should stop by for a free tour of the company if you’re ever in the area.
Some of the high-quality, crack-resistant designs are deliberately faded for a vintage look that’s so cool even men are interested in buying this top. We guarantee browsing the designs will have you grinning as widely as we are writing this review.
Pros
- Phthalate-free, CFC-free, and carcinogen-free
- Socially conscious manufacturer
- Tear-away tag
Cons
- May shrink slightly
3. Sanutch Workout Yoga Crop – The Crop Top
This imported slim-fit crop top is breathable, flexible, and sweat-wicking. The fabric is remarkably soft and stretchy, ensuring your comfort and freedom of movement.
This top’s crossover detail lets you flaunt your abs and back while the strong elastic means you don’t need to worry about it riding up in inversions. Unlike many other tops, the white version of this top isn’t sheer, so you don’t have to worry about coverage where you want it.
This top would pair beautifully with a pair of high-rise yoga leggings or shorts. Remember to wash it in cold water and line dry it.
Pros
- Ideal for hot yoga
- Budget-friendly
- Doubles as casual wear
Cons
- Can’t be dry-cleaned
- Not ideal for the well-endowed
- Thin material
- May be loose in the back
- Not shrink-proof
4. Mippo Women’s Mesh & Tie-Back Tank Top – The Knot-in-the-Back Top
This open-back top is 95% Modal and 5% Spandex, ensuring breathability, flexibility, and sweat-wicking. If you’re happy showing off that cute sports bra, the V-shaped mesh back lets you do that while giving your back an extra breathing window.
You can leave the tails untied for a fit that’s loose without being frumpy, or you can tie them back into a knot. Your belly will be covered either way thanks to the hem length, while the high neckline ensures full front coverage.
The back knot adds an elegant sporty touch and stops your top from riding up or getting in your face in downward dog and other inversions.
Pros
- Doubles as casual wear
- Can be machine-washed
- Great for hot yoga
- Shrink-proof
Cons
- Clingy material
- Can’t be heat-dried
- Knot may dig into your back
- Light colors may be sheer
- Pricey
5. Disbest Yoga Tank Top – The Low-Intensity Top
This top is 63.1% Polyamide, 31.4% polyester, and 5.6% Spandex. It breathes well and wicks sweat fast. The super-elastic fabric moves with you but keeps its shape, while the seamless stitching provides greater comfort.
The built-in removable bra and the under-bust elastic strap keep you supported and give you that coveted feminine appearance. This stylish top comes in an array of bright colors and is ideal for low-intensity classes.
Pros
- Moderately priced
- Anti-slip wide shoulder straps
- Aesthetically pleasing stitching
Cons
- Not for high-intensity yoga
6. Juangla Tank Top – The Top That Covers Your Bottom
This crew-neck top is 95% polyester and 5% spandex, so it breathes well and wicks sweat super-fast. This four-way stretch fabric is also flexible enough to let you move freely without losing its shape. It comes with eye-catching yet modest mesh panels on the front and the back.
The four-needle six-thread technology makes this top durable so you don’t have to worry about seams falling apart even after rigorous sessions. The fit and length ensure it stays put during inversions.
Pros
- Not see-through
- Machine-washable and hand-washable
- Ideal for hot yoga
Cons
- Must be hung to dry
- Pricey
7. ODODOS Workout Tank Top – The Form-Fitting Top
This racer-back top is 92% polyester and 8% Spandex, so it’s lightweight, breathes well, and wicks away sweat super-fast. The scoop neck and open back give your skin more breathability, so you can dry faster and stay cool even during rigorous sessions.
The neck is also tag-free so there are no pesky labels to irritate your skin. With its bright colors and form-fitting fit, this top stays put and doubles as stylish casual wear for the fashion-conscious yogi.
Pros
- Chafe-proof flatlock stitching
- Side pocket fits 5.5” phone
- Ideal for hot yoga
Cons
- Phone can be hard to maneuver in and out of pocket
- A bit expensive
8. Bestisun Women’s Workout Long Sleeve – The Thumbhole Long Sleeve
This opaque long-sleeved top is 95% Modal and 5% Spandex, giving you excellent breathability, flexibility, and moisture-wicking. Those of us who like to keep their sleeves pulled down will appreciate the sleeve thumbhole.
The boat neck can help you show off your clavicle and provide extra ventilation. Keep in mind that this top tends to run large, so size down for a snug fit.
Pros
- Moderately priced
- Full belly coverage
- Thumbhole keeps sleeves in place
Cons
- May shrink a full size
- Hand-wash only
- Air-dry only
9 . Zengjo Women’s Quarter-Zip Long-Sleeve Top – The Nippy-Weather Top
This top is made of tech stretch jersey, so it breathes well and dries fast. It’s highly elastic and comes with four-needle flatlock stitching, ensuring it moves with you freely throughout your workout.
This top comes with a skin-friendly tag-free collar. It also tends to be true-to-size so you probably don’t need to size up or down.
Pros
- Aesthetically pleasing heathered pattern
- Budget-friendly
- Ideal for fall/winter
Cons
- Not colorfast
10. CRZ YOGA Women’s Brushed Tank Top – The Super-Durable Top
This racer-back top is made of brushed fabric, so it breathes well and wicks away sweat super fast. The back design gives your back additional ventilation and gives you greater freedom of movement.
This top comes with a mesh built-in bra with an additional elastic chest band to give you more support. The hip-length ensures your belly stays covered while the snug fit flatters most body types. This top is fitted, so remember to size up if you want a looser fit.
The nature-loving and space-obsessed yogis among us will get a kick browsing the pretty colors that include Arctic Plum, Lunar Rock, and Moonphase.
Pros
- Extremely durable
- Squat-proof
- Machine-washable
- Moderately priced
Cons
- Not ideal for plus-sized people
11. Aeuui Women’s Top – The Strappy-Back Top
This top is 95% polyester and 5% Spandex, making it soft, breathable, and sweat-wicking. The back detail adds a stylish spin. It also gives your back additional ventilation so your sweat dries faster.
The fabric is lightweight and the colors are pleasantly bright. This top tends to run small, so remember to size up if you want a looser fit.
Pros
- Ideal for hot yoga
- Stain-resistant
- Aesthetically pleasant curved bottom
- Budget-friendly
Cons
- Thin material
12. SILKWORLD Women’s Compression Shirts The Tall-Yogi Top
This crew-neck top is 92% polyester and 8% Spandex, giving you excellent breathability, flexibility, and moisture-wicking. The four-needle six-thread fabric is super soft and the smooth seams eliminate chafing. This top tends to run large so size down for a tighter fit.
Pros
- Ideal for tall yogis
- Excellent chest compression
- Lint-resistant
- Moderately priced
Cons
- Poor to non-existent midriff compression
13. Fihapyli Women’s Open-Back Top – The Eco-Friendly Comfy Top
This top is 95% Modal and 5% cotton, so you get that comfy cotton touch without sacrificing breathability, sweat-wicking, or flexibility. The racer-back design gives your back additional ventilation. It also comes with mesh details for a stylish touch.
Sadly this top comes in only three colors, but they’re bright and everlasting. The fit ranges from true-to-size to a little on the small side, so make sure you check the manufacturer’s size chart.
Pros
- Eco-friendly
- Budget-friendly
- Can be machine-washed
- Shrink-proof
Cons
- Thin material
14. Shine Athletica Women’s Burnout Top – The Sporty Top
This racer-back top is 35% cotton and 65% polyester, making it one of the comfiest we’ve ever come across. The polyester in the fabric makes it flexible and breathable while the back design gives your back additional ventilation and greater freedom of movement.
Pros
- Squat-proof
- Super soft
- Great for both petite and tall yogis
Cons
- May show cleavage
- Pricey
15. COLO Women’s Yoga Tank Top – The Chic Top
This top is 86% polyester and 14% elastane, making it excellent for yoga because of its breathability and moisture-wicking features. It’s also so elegant we’d never have pegged it for activewear in the first place.
The flirty strappy back and snug fit will turn heads on your way to the studio and back. The side panels give you a slimming appearance. Make sure you size up if you want a looser fit though.
Pros
- Doubles as elegant casual wear
- Removable built-in bra
- Squat-proof and cleavage-proof
- Moderately priced
Cons
- Poor support for the well-endowed
16. MISS FORTUNE Women’s Yoga Top – The Plus-Sized Top
This top is 95% polyester and 5% spandex, giving you excellent breathability, sweat-wicking, and flexibility. The fabric is lightweight but not see-through while the color blocking adds a slimming touch.
Pros
- Machine washable
- Squat-proof
- Super soft
Cons
- May not suit petite people
- Quite expensive
17. RUNNING GIRL Long-Sleeve Crop Top – The Eco-Friendly Ombre Top
This ombre crop top is 59% nylon, 34% polyester, and 7% Elastane, giving you excellent breathability and sweat-wicking. The seamless design is ultra-soft and super stretchy for greater freedom of movement. The thumb holes help keep the Raglan sleeves in place.
This top comes with a crew neck and a snug fit made to show off your curves in a variety of pretty ombre colors. It tends to run a little small so you might want to size up if you want a less skin-tight fit.
Pros
- UV protection for open-air yoga
- Eco-friendly use of recycled polyester
- Affordable
- Ideal for petites
Cons
- Can’t be heat-dried
What to Look for in Women’s Yoga Tops
Before you order that cute yoga top, here are a number of boxes to check first.
General Considerations
These requirements are recommended for all yogis, regardless of the type of yoga you’re into, although they triple in importance if your routine is hot yoga, high-intensity, or you practice yoga several days a week.
Comfort
Obviously you don’t want to look frumpy, but your priority is comfort. If you’re not comfortable, it’ll be very hard to find your peaceful place. Your ideal top is a comfortable top, even if it’s a loose one. This way you can focus on your breathing and poses.
Remember that you’re in the studio to find the healing and peace yoga was created for. That’s why your fellow yogis are there as well.
Ease of Care
Can you toss your top in the washing machine with other colors then heat-dry it, saving
time and effort? Can you air-dry it?
Or does it need to be hand-washed only and perhaps laid flat to dry? What about ironing it?
If you’re a six-sessions-a-week yogi or a hot-yoga lover, you’ll want something that washes and dries both well and quickly so it’s ready for your next session.
Durability
Like other tops, a good yoga top needs to be shrink-proof. It also needs to keep its colors and shape. This will save you a lot of frustration, expense, and inconvenience. You don’t want to miss sessions because you’re waiting around for a new order!
Versatility
What do you usually end up doing in your yoga gear? If you wear your yoga clothes strictly to the studio and back home, versatility won’t be a big deal to you.
If, however, you’re someone who practically lives in their yoga clothes, running errands on the way to the studio or picking up the kids afterward, you need a top that can double as casual wear. This way you can still look presentable at that impromptu brunch with your girlfriends or during the school run.
What Kind of Yoga Do You Do?
Are you into meditative yoga or hot yoga? A loose, long-sleeved top made of mostly cotton won’t do you any harm while you’re meditating, but it’ll wreak havoc on your focus if you’re sweating buckets in hot yoga.
Also, how intense is your workout? Are you generally the right side up or do you spend half the session upside down? If you’ve never worried about your bottom falling out of your yoga leggings, your ideal top is vastly different than that of the inversion junkie.
If your yoga is generally relaxed, you can wear pretty much anything you like. If you’re an inversion junkie or into hot yoga, make sure your top ticks the boxes below. You may also be interested in some of the best non slip yoga mats from our list, so check them out.
Breathability
Breathable fabrics wick away sweat, helping you dry faster and stay cool.
This keeps you comfortable rather than overheated during your yoga session, and ensures you’re dry by the end of it, which protects you against catching a cold.
Flexibility
As you jump and squat and assume every pose in the book, you’ll need a fabric that moves with you effortlessly every step of the way.
You don’t need a hem that cuts into your skin as you stretch, or a neck that chokes you mid-inversion. You definitely don’t need a loose top that hits you in the face in a downward dog and broadcasts your bra to the whole studio.
Tops made from flexible fabrics like spandex, nylon, or polyester move like second-skin, leaving you free to focus on your movements and poses without slowing you down.
Look for added bonuses like tag-free collars and flat-lock seams. These ensure no chafing will get in your way and no itchy labels will distract you.
Support
This is especially important to the high-intensity ladies out there, but your top should generally give you adequate support so you can focus on the session and not on your jiggling assets.
Coverage
Different women have different coverage needs. Depending on what you want covered, make sure you can count on your top to do that. Form-fitting tops with high necklines are more squat-proof and cleavage-proof than loose tops.
Hot Yoga and High-Intensity Yoga: What to Avoid
Like all yoga clothes, your yoga top will depend greatly on your personal preference. That said, it’s recommended to steer clear of these two things if your workout isn’t exactly relaxed.
Cotton
Cotton is an excellent comfortable fabric until you start sweating.
On top of offering zero chafing protection, cotton takes forever to dry. This means you’ll
stay damp and sticky with sweat throughout your session. This usually leads to sudden chills afterward, when your body has cooled down, making it easier to catch a cold.
White Tops
Beware of white for two reasons. First, most white tops will turn out see-through, regardless of the brand label. If they’re opaque dry, they’ll go see-through as soon as you start working up a sweat, broadcasting your underwear or lack thereof to your fellow yogis.
There’s nothing wrong with that as long as you’re okay with it, but this brings us to the second reason: White is infamous for attracting stains and stubbornly refusing to let go of them.
Additional Tip
Remember to bring along a light hoodie, shawl, or something else that suits your style to drape over yourself after your workout. As your body cools down, you’ll be glad for the additional warmth.
Wrap Up
Breathable, flexible, and in the beloved basic tee cut: We seriously struggled to find drawbacks for our top pick, the Baleaf Women’s Short-Sleeved Top. Be sure to combine this with squat proof leggings from our list.
It’s whisper-soft, doesn’t get in your way in downward dog, and wicks away moisture like nobody’s business. It’ll keep you dry and stay put no matter how vigorously you wriggle and contort.
With a tag-free collar and reflective elements for increased visibility out and about in the evening, this top gives you the best bang for your buck.
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