FAQs

Our signature activewear fabric blend is 94.2% cotton and 5.8% spandex. This creates a supportive, breathable and cotton-rich feel with less synthetic fibre sitting against your skin compared to traditional activewear.

Our oversized tees are made from 100% cotton for an ultra-soft everyday feel.

Yes, our fabrics are made using OEKO-TEX® certified materials, meaning they have been tested against harmful chemicals, toxic dyes, pesticides and other potentially harmful substances commonly found in clothing manufacturing.

We prioritise safer, more conscious materials with almost all of the fabric sitting against your skin being natural cotton.

Most activewear brands rely heavily on high percentages of spandex or elastane to create a super stretchy feel.

At EKO Active, we intentionally keep our spandex content low at just 5.8% to reduce the amount of synthetic fibre sitting against the skin while still maintaining support, movement and performance.

This is what gives our fabric its more supportive, structured and premium feel.

Our leggings are designed to be high-compression and supportive, giving you a more sculpted and held-in feel compared to traditional activewear.

Most sustainable activewear brands use 10–20% spandex or elastane, which creates a very stretchy, slippery feel and ultimately means more plastic sitting against your skin. At EKO Active, we intentionally use only 5.8% spandex, meaning almost all of the fabric sitting against your skin is natural cotton.

Because of this, the leggings will feel firmer and more compressive on first wear. This is intentional. After washing and wearing, the cotton softens beautifully and gradually moulds to your body for a second-skin feel while still maintaining shape and support.

Yes. Because of the high cotton content, the fabric softens beautifully after washing and wearing, gradually moulding to your body for a more comfortable second-skin feel while still maintaining support and shape.

So when you first put them on and think “gee, these feel a bit firm,” that’s completely intentional. The cotton fabric almost has a “memory” and is designed to soften and mould specifically to your body shape over time.

Our leggings are designed to soften over time while still holding their shape and support. As the cotton is washed and worn, the fabric becomes softer and gradually moulds to your body without sagging, stretching out or losing shape.

No, our premium cotton-rich fabric has been specifically developed to maintain its quality and appearance over time without balling or pilling like many cheaper cotton blends.

We intentionally invested in a high-quality fabric blend that feels soft, breathable and supportive while still looking elevated and long-lasting wear after wear.

Absolutely. Cotton will naturally feel much cooler and more breathable to train in during summer compared to traditional plastic-heavy polyester activewear blends.

Our cotton-rich fabrics are designed to feel breathable, soft and comfortable against the skin while still providing support and performance for movement and everyday wear.

Yes, our leggings are squat proof, supportive and designed for movement and everyday wear.

Absolutely. Our pieces are designed to move with you through Pilates, gym sessions, walking, coffee runs, travel and everyday wear.

The goal was to create activewear that feels elevated enough to live in all day without relying on plastic-heavy synthetic fabrics like most traditional activewear brands.

Are your pieces true to size?

Yes. Every piece in our new collection has been re-graded and is designed to fit true to size, so we recommend choosing your usual size. Our High Compression Leggings will still feel firm and supportive, especially on first wear, while remaining true to size.

Please note that our original Brown Performance Leggings have a smaller, firmer fit, so we recommend sizing up in this style.

Our oversized tees are unisex and intentionally designed with a relaxed, oversized fit. For men, we generally recommend ordering an L or XL, depending on their build and preferred fit.

If you experience any sizing issues, we’re always happy to help arrange an exchange or refund so you can find your perfect fit.

All styles in our new collection have been re-graded to fit true to size, so we recommend choosing your usual size in both our High Compression Leggings and Flare Leggings.

Our High Compression Leggings are designed to feel firmer, more supportive and more sculpting than our Flare Leggings, but this does not mean you need to size up. If you are between sizes, we recommend choosing the larger size for a more comfortable fit.

Please note that our original Chocolate High Compression Leggings run smaller than our new collection, so we recommend sizing up in this particular style. For the most accurate fit, please refer to the size chart on each product page.

The waistband height depends on the collection. All bottoms in our second drop—including our shorts, Black Range and Tall Girl Range—feature a higher-waisted fit for added coverage and support.

Our first drop, the OG Brown Collection, features a mid-waist fit.

No, the waistband has been specifically designed to stay secure during movement without constantly needing to be pulled up or adjusted.

This is also why the waistband may feel firmer on first wear. It has been intentionally designed to maintain support and stay in place year after year without slipping down, sagging or stretching out.

Our High Compression Leggings feature double side pockets for added functionality and convenience. To keep the Flare Leggings looking more elevated and streamlined, we intentionally opted for no pockets on the flares.

No, the bra cups are sewn in so they stay securely in place and do not move around in the wash. We intentionally designed them this way so you don’t have to constantly readjust or reposition the cups after every wear or wash.

Yes, sustainability was one of the core reasons EKO Active was created. We intentionally partnered with a manufacturer that aligns with our values, including safe working conditions, safe machinery, fair treatment of workers and living wages.

We also prioritise cotton-rich fabrics with reduced synthetic fibres, OEKO-TEX® certified materials, small production runs and thoughtful, long-lasting product design.

Most traditional activewear is made predominantly from synthetic plastic-based fibres like polyester and nylon. At EKO Active, we wanted to create activewear with more natural fibres sitting against the skin, without compromising on performance, support or style.

Our garments are manufactured through a carefully selected production partner that aligns with our values around ethical manufacturing, safe working conditions and fair treatment of workers.

Yes, EKO Active is just getting started. We already have future colours, styles and product developments in the works and will continue evolving based on customer feedback and what our community wants to see more of.

Yes! We ship international destinations, including New Zealand, the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Europe.

New Zealand
Express shipping is $20 AUD, with free shipping on orders over $200 AUD. Estimated delivery is 5–10 business days after dispatch.

Other international destinations
Express shipping is $30 AUD, with free shipping on orders over $200 AUD. Estimated delivery is 7–15 business days after dispatch.

All prices are in Australian dollars. Delivery times are estimates and may vary depending on your location and customs processing. International customers are responsible for any applicable import duties, taxes or customs clearance fees that haven’t already been collected at checkout or prepaid.

Some styles may be restocked, while others may remain limited edition depending on demand and production availability.

Because we intentionally produce in smaller batches to avoid unnecessary waste, many styles and sizes may not return once sold out. If you see your size available, we recommend securing it while stock lasts.