“Wear something that makes you feel confident,” recommends Withers. “Trying yoga for the first time can be intimidating ...

I once had a yoga teacher who was openly contemptuous of my boot-cut workout pants. “I can’t see your calves!” she used to holler, annoyed that my penchant for fashion eclipsed any concerns about her ...

I’m a recent convert to the wonders of a perfect pair of yoga pants and a cute—but also loose and downward-dog appropriate—top. And while I definitely enjoy wearing these clothes to the gym (i.e.