25 of the best gym bags for women

These Lululemon shorts are classics – incredibly comfortable to practice in, with a high waistband to keep everything in place. They are super soft and they don't move at all during practise. In fact you forget you are wearing them, which is the highest compliment we can pay.

Super soft and super stylish – whether your yogi is a novice or a devotee, they'll love these Sweaty Betty leggings. They are incredibly comfortable, flattering and have a high waistband and internal drawcord. There's even a pocket for a phone, though we feel sure no committed yogi is going to practice with that in their pocket...

No one wants to sink into a Downward Dog to the faint whiff of an actual dog. Give your yogi the gift of a zen-smelling room. The lights in this nicely-priced diffuser are adjustable to different colours and there are two cool steam modes.

A Lululemon yoga mat is at the top of every yogi's wish list. This features a natural rubber base with a little extra cushioning for those deep stretches, and a fantastic amount of grip. Plus, it's made from FSC-Certified rubber so it's a more sustainable gift. too.

Beautifully soft and stretchy shorts for the male yogi, to enable them to feel that flow through their session. They are also, of course, just a really nice pair of shorts for any other activity or sunny days (remember them?). The sweat-wicking design is made from at least 75% recycled polyester fibres.

Great name, nifty product. This nicely-designed mat is super lightweight – at just 1.5kg it's perfect for taking on holiday or just toting around. It can also be used as an extra cover on top of a gym or class mat. It's made from sustainably sourced natural tree rubber, and has a slip-free base that is 100% biodegradable. The top is made of vegan suede, with water-based inks.

A yoga devotee will appreciate what might not seem to others to be the most exciting gift. But this beautifully designed Lululemon block is lightweight and durable and comes in a variety of shades.

It's hard to get into the flow and relax into yoga (or anything else) when the house smells of dog, lunch, nextdoors cooking or all of the above. This candle smells beautiful and will last for up to 40 hours of burn time.

This bag is big enough to fit Lulu's Big Mat, with a wide opening to make accessing your mat seamless. There's also a zippy pocket for keys, cards, and a water bottle.

Water bottles are now ten-a-penny but to keep your yogi hydrated in style, opt for one that can keep liquids cold for 24 hours but also keep them hot for 12. After all, it is winter and a nice hot drink might be more welcome post-yoga session than a cold one. Leak-proof and BPA free.

And while we are on the subject of post-yoga drinks, this collapsible coffee cup is perfect for coffee or indeed a nice wholesome green tea. It folds down small enough to fit in your yoga bag, but is also completely leak free when full. A great travel purchase.

A stretching strap might sound like a torture device, but it's really helpful for yoga lovers of all levels when trying to perfect, deepen and hold poses. This stylish yogi bare one has adjustable buckles, so you can easily adjust the length of the strap in practise.

A lovely little box featuring three different aromatherapy oils that can be rolled on before, or during, practise – or indeed at any time when a moment of calm might be required.

Let your yoga lover show their love for their favourite activity when they are not on the mat with this lovely 'namaste' t-shirt. Also comes in black with white writing.

When it comes to the faster moving or best Christmas gifts, a yoga towel is something of an essential. But unlike a normal one, this yoga towel has grip so it won't slip on the mat and distract the yogi. Comes in a nice variety of muted, natural colours.

Yoga dice to mix things up a bit and help make home practise a little bit more fun. They are also a sweet way to get any kids involved in your yoga habit.

We live in post-Covid times, and keeping things clean and germ-free is now something we think about a lot more than we used to. This eco-friendly yoga mat cleaner won't damage your yoga mat, and has a lovely lavender scent.

A soft, breathable layer, made from bamboo viscose, this hoody feels lovely against the skin. It's odour resistant, gentle on sensitive skin and good for the planet too – winner.

Everyone loves a crisp new notebook. This journal is designed to help your yogi towards their goals, whether that's in training, nutrition or just general wellness. It's organised into sections so projects can easily be traced, and there's plenty of blank pages for additional notes. And it comes in an elegant protective box.

Whether you're hoping to get your other half into yoga, or you know someone who could benefit from the relaxing powers of the mat, this is a great book for beginners.