Our Fabrics Philosophy - Why "Natural" is a Health Choice

Whether you are a dedicated Pilates practitioner, a yoga enthusiast, a barre lover, or a dancer, your skin remains your largest organ of elimination. When you move and sweat, your skin needs to "breathe" to regulate your internal temperature and facilitate your body's natural detoxification process.

Heavy synthetic fabrics (like 100% polyester or high-synthetic blends common in gym wear) can act like a barrier—trapping sweat, heat, and moisture against your skin. This disrupts natural cooling, creates a warm, humid environment that encourages bacterial overgrowth (leading to persistent odor, irritation, chafing, or even skin flare-ups like rashes or breakouts), and may unbalance your skin's microbiome—the delicate community of beneficial bacteria that protect and maintain skin health.

Respect Your Skin

When you sweat, your pores open, making your skin more permeable and vulnerable to what it touches. At Grip & Grace Co., by intentionally choosing Lyocell (nature-derived, ultra-breathable, and exceptional at moisture management), wool (naturally thermoregulating, odor-resistant, and gentle), and cotton (highly breathable and skin-friendly), we minimize these concerns. These blends let your skin truly breathe, support healthy sweat evaporation, reduce the risk of irritation or microbiome disruption (especially helpful for sensitive skin during longer holds in Pilates or barre), and limit contact with harsh chemicals or microplastics often found in conventional activewear.

Our intention? To create gear that works in harmony with your body's natural processes—not against them—so you can move with freedom, stay comfortable, feel supported, and focus fully on your practice, whether it's a restorative yoga flow, a precise barre class, an expressive dance session, or any joyful workout. Breathable, thoughtful fabrics for graceful, healthy movement—because your body deserves it.

 

We don’t just design gear for your workout; we respect your biology. From the reformer to the dance floor, we provide the breathable, bio-based foundation your body deserves.

 

The Biology of Movement: Why Natural Fibers Matter

At Grip & Grace Co., we believe what you wear should work with your biology, not against it. During a workout, your skin is your most active organ—it breathes, it cools, and it releases toxins through sweat.

Most activewear is made of "plastic-based" synthetics that trap heat and moisture. We chose a different path. By prioritizing natural, bio-based fibers, we ensure your body can perform its essential biological functions while you move.

1. The Studio Tee: A Breathable Second Skin

75-78% Lyocell, 16-17% Wool, Spandex

Our tees are engineered to support your body’s thermoregulation.

  • Biological Release: Lyocell (from wood pulp) and Wool are "breathable" at a cellular level. Unlike polyester, which traps sweat against the skin, these fibers allow moisture to move from your skin to the air, preventing the "suffocation" of your pores.

  • Bacterial Balance: Sweat itself doesn't smell; it’s the bacteria that grow in trapped moisture. The natural antimicrobial properties of Wool prevent bacterial buildup, keeping your skin’s microbiome healthy and odor-free.

  • Skin Sensitivity: Lyocell fibers are smooth and round, reducing the microscopic skin irritation that often happens with rougher synthetic fabrics during repetitive movements.

Our Intention: To provide a garment that acts as a bridge between your body and the environment, allowing for a natural exchange of heat and moisture.

2. The Signature Grip Sock: Healthy Foundation

80% Premium Cotton, 15% Nylon, 5% Spandex

Your feet have more sweat glands per square inch than almost anywhere else on your body.

  • Moisture Absorption: We use 80% Natural Cotton because it is a "thirsty" fiber. In a Pilates or yoga setting, trapped sweat between the toes can lead to fungal issues and skin breakdown. Cotton absorbs that moisture immediately, keeping the skin dry and healthy.

  • Nervous System Connection: By using high-quality natural fibers and a snug spandex fit, we ensure your feet maintain a clear "sensory connection" to the floor or the reformer. You feel the ground, not a layer of sliding plastic.

Our Intention: To keep your foundation dry, hygienic, and grounded, respecting the complex biology of your feet.