Pitaya yoga pants review: funky prints, real comfort & an unexpected journey

I’m not gonna lie, I wasn’t exactly looking for new yoga pants when I first saw Pitaya. You know how sometimes something just kinda sticks in your head? That happened in Slovenia, of all places. My yoga teacher showed up wearing these vibrant, artistic leggings — they were unlike anything I’d seen before. I meant to ask her where she got them, but… forgot. Classic me.

Fast forward a few months, I’m in Mexico (yep, chasing the sun), and I randomly meet one of the actual founders of Pitaya. Like — what are the odds? I swear, some things are just meant to find you.

So… what is Pitaya, really?

Pitaya isn’t your average “eco-brand doing yoga stuff” type of thing. It’s a mashup of wearable art, activism, and comfort that somehow works — and I mean really works.

Sara and Irina, the founders, met at a Partner Acrobatics Teacher Training in Spain back in 2016. Both had just ditched the corporate world. And yeah, I felt that part hard — who hasn’t wanted to run from the 9-to-5 at some point? They started bouncing design ideas around while chilling on a beach in Mexico, and within weeks, Pitaya was born. I love that. Not a 5-year business plan. Just creativity, sunshine, and guts.

The leggings: my honest take after 30 days

I got the Urban Frida leggings (long) and Blooming Jaguar shorts, and let me tell you — these are not your basic yoga pants. They’re bold, they feel like me, and they actually spark conversation. Like, people stop me in cafés to ask where I got them.

But let’s get real for a sec. You can love a design, but if the fabric sucks, what’s the point?

Here’s the good stuff:

Insanely soft — like buttery, stretchy clouds.
Squat-proof — yes, I tested. In multiple downward dogs.
No awkward see-through moments, even under bright studio lights.
Thick enough for comfort but still breathable. I wore the shorts hiking once in 32°C and didn’t die, so… that’s saying something.

At one point, I caught myself thinking: Do I want to sleep in these? I didn’t, but it was close.

The story behind the prints (and why they matter)

This is where Pitaya becomes more than just “cool pants.” Irina hand-draws every design. It’s inspired by real stuff — art, nature, history, protest. They’ve got prints that draw attention to issues like plastic in oceans, refugee rights, and more. One upcoming design, Mediterranean, literally calls out ocean pollution. It’s not preachy. It’s just… intentional.

They also donate to Proactive Open Arms — a nonprofit rescuing refugees stranded in the Mediterranean. So yeah, your purchase actually goes beyond fashion.

Small batch, big heart (aka how they’re made)

Pitaya partners with small production houses in Spain and Mexico, and they keep it eco — using sustainable fabrics and vegan materials. Nothing mass-produced here. You can feel that. Literally and metaphorically.

The little things I didn’t expect

Okay, so funny thing happened — I was traveling with the Blooming Jaguar shorts, and I somehow managed to spill a mango smoothie on them and sit on wet grass the same day. I thought they were doomed. But after a quick rinse and air-dry? Totally fine. No stains. No weird fabric damage.

Also, I didn’t expect how versatile they’d be. I wear them to Yoga, yes. But also for coffee runs, spontaneous hikes, and on lazy Netflix Sundays. They’ve become… staples.

Would I recommend Pitaya?

Yep. But not to everyone. If you’re into muted tones and “blend in with the mat” vibes — maybe not. But if you want Yoga wear that tells a story, feels like second skin, and supports something bigger? Go for it.

If I could do it over again, I’d probably size down just a smidge (they have a good stretch). Also, I wish I’d gotten a matching top, because now I want a full Pitaya outfit and shipping takes a while from Spain.

Final thoughts (and a hint of fan-girling)

Would I do it again? Absolutely — but next time I’m bringing more space in my luggage. I honestly didn’t expect to get this attached to a pair of pants.

So if you’re into colorful clothes that hug you right, have a conscience, and make your Yoga buddies ask, “Where did you get those??” — give Pitaya a shot. And bring snacks. No relation to the brand, just… trust me. Shopping online makes me hungry.