Yvette is an activewear brand that specializes in women’s activewear such as leggings and sports bras. They also sell various accessories such as socks and waist bags.
About Yvette
Yvette was founded in 2007. Since then, they’ve expanded to many countries including the United States, Japan, and Europe. They also have branch companies in Germany and Finland.
For those who’d like to check out their products, you can check out their official website. They also have a store on Amazon, where you can take advantage of the site’s two-day shipping.
About Their Activewear
Yvette is perhaps best known for their sports bras, which are available in 12 different sizes. They’re also categorized into three ‘levels’—low impact, medium impact, and high impact.
Aside from that, they also sell t-shirts, tanks, sweatshirts, leggings, and shorts. Their prices are quite reasonable as well. In general, you’re looking at around $40 for a sports bra and $20-25 for a pair of leggings. Shipping is also free for U.S. orders over $65 if you buy from their website ($25 if you buy from Amazon).
Taking Care of Yvette Clothing
Don’t procrastinate when it comes to washing your sports bras. The same goes for your leggings and other items. The last thing that you want is for them to ‘marinate’ in sweat. Not only will that attract bacteria, but it can also break down the fibers that make up the item.
You also want to be careful about how you wash your activewear. For example, it’s never a good idea to put your sports bra or leggings in the dryer. There are other methods to dry them instead, which we’ll be going over below.
What Materials Are Their Activewear Made Of?
Most, if not all of their products are made from synthetic fibers, which is fairly common as far as activewear goes. Here’s what you need to know about these textiles.
Polyester
Polyester is a strong fiber that’s soft, lightweight, and flexible. It’s also resistant to shrinking and wrinkling, which makes it ideal for various types of clothes. Plus, it has the ability to draw moisture away from the body. In other words, you won’t be left feeling clammy during your workout. The only disadvantage is that it’s not the most breathable of materials.
Spandex
Spandex is a stretchy fabric that molds to the wearer’s skin. Stronger than rubber, it’s often used to make leggings, swimsuits, undergarments, and other form-fitting items. However, it tends to trap moisture and sweat within the garment. Fortunately, it isn’t too big of a problem as it’s usually blended with other fibers such as cotton.
Nylon
Nylon is exceptionally strong, even more so than polyester. For one thing, it has a great strength-to-weight ratio. It also has a light and silky texture, which is one of the reasons why it’s often used for clothing. On top of that, it’s resistant to moisture, mildew, abrasion, and chemicals. Plus, it’s easy to care for. Not only does it dry quickly, but it also holds its shape well.
How Should You Wash Yvette Sports Bras?
Their sports bras are made of synthetic fibers and are 100% machine washable. As with all delicates, however, there are certain steps that you want to take to prevent them from wearing out, which we’ll be going over below.
Machine Washing On Delicate
Close all clasps and hooks so that your sports bra won’t get tangled on your other clothes. Next, place it in a mesh lingerie bag—that’ll prevent the bra from losing its shape. And remember to turn it inside out. That’ll keep the outer layer looking new.
Throw the bag into the washing machine and add the rest of your dirty clothes. You can wash your sports bras with other activewear such as t-shirts or tank tops, as long as you separate lights from darks. You can also wash them by themselves—just toss in a few towels to balance the load.
Add detergent once everything is in. One scoop of ACTIVE detergent will be enough for a standard-size load (you can add an extra 1/2 scoop if you’re washing many things at once). And make sure to skip the fabric conditioner. It’ll leave silicone deposits on your bras, which will trap in dirt and ruin the item’s finish. White vinegar is a much better alternative—it’ll soften the item and remove any odors.
Choose a gentle setting (minimum agitation is key) and run a cold-water wash. Don’t use hot water; the high temperature will warp and ruin the elastic fibers.
Lay the sports bra flat on a clean, dry surface and let it air dry. You can also drape it over a drying rack or clothesline. Be careful if you’re using a hanger—it can cause the straps to stretch out if you’re hanging up the bra by the straps. Never throw a sports bra in the dryer.
Hand Washing With a Basin or Sink
Turn on the tap and fill a sink with cool water. You can also use a washbasin or container as long as it’s big enough to fit your sports bra comfortably. Measure 1/2 a scoop of ACTIVE detergent and add it to the water. We recommend agitating it with your hands to make sure that the powder is completely dissolved.
Turn the sports bra inside out and submerge it in the water so that it’s completely immersed. Leave it in the sink for about 15-20 minutes so that it can soak in the detergent solution.
Swirl the bra a few times in the water to loosen any debris and rinse under cool water. Continue to rinse until all of the detergent has been washed off. There shouldn’t be any soap film or suds left on the item when you’re done. Run it under the faucet directly, if you have to. You can also refill the sink with water and rinse it in there.
Place the wet bra between two towels and press down to remove the excess water. Never squeeze or twist the item—that’ll stretch out and warp the fabric. And never put it in the dryer. Drape it across a laundry rack or clothesline instead so that it can air dry and don’t expose it to direct sunlight. The sun’s rays can cause the colors to fade over time.
How Should You Wash Yvette Leggings?
Their leggings are made of the same polyester-spandex blend as their sports bras. In other words, you can also toss them in the washer. Hand washing is another option for those who’d like to be more gentle on their leggings.
Machine Washing With Cold Water
Turn the legging inside out and put them in a laundry bag after emptying the pockets. That’ll keep them from snagging on your other clothes. It’ll also prevent the fabric from fading and pilling.
Once the bag is zipped up, throw it in the washing machine. For those who are washing a mixed load, add the rest of your clothes. Remember to separate lights from darks to prevent dye transfer. It also helps to separate the items with laundry bags.
Measure and pour in one scoop of ACTIVE detergent—that’ll be enough for a standard-size load. And as always, skip the softener. White vinegar is a much better option. Simply pour 1/2-1 cup during the final rinse cycle.
Run a gentle wash cycle using cold water. Hot water might be better at sanitizing, but it can also warp your leggings.
Once the leggings have been washed, lay them flat to dry. For example, you can place them on a clean, dry towel or on a table. You can also let them air dry on a laundry rack or clothesline. Avoid using the dryer whenever possible. You don’t want to expose the leggings to heat as it can compromise the shape of the item.
Hand Washing Instructions
Prepare a sink or washtub. Fill it three-quarters full with lukewarm (not hot) water and mix in 1/2 a scoop of ACTIVE detergent. Swish the water to ensure that the powder is dissolved before submerging your leggings. And remember to turn them inside out—that’ll expose the sweat and gunk that’s on the inside.
Swirl the leggings around a couple of times in the water to loosen any dirt or debris. Leave it in the sink and let it soak for 15-20 minutes afterward. That’ll give the detergent time to dissolve the gunk.
Drain the sink and refill it with clean water so that you can rinse the leggings. You can also run them under the faucet. Continue to rinse until there are no more soap suds and the water runs clear—this can take a couple of minutes.
Lay the leggings between two towels and press down to remove the excess water. You can also press them against the edge of the sink. Whatever you do, don’t squeeze or wring them like a towel.
The final step is to let them air dry. You can do so on a clean, flat surface such as a countertop or you can use a drying rack or hanger. Don’t tumble dry.
