Confortable, soft and elegant yoga wear to flow with you on and off the mat and through all stages of life. Made with natural fabrics and ethically sourced since 2009

Breath of Fire – Brand Biography

2005 – Founding Vision
Created by our mother, Cornelia Kauhs, with the intention to offer elegant, comfortable, and ecologically conscious yoga clothing.
First production in India, self-funded, sold at yoga festivals and in her classes.

2009 – Local & Sustainable Shift
Move toward local production in Portugal, using high-quality natural materials and a functional, durable design. Foundations of today’s collection established.

2012 – Brand Identity & First Office
Out of the living room (no windows yet – but progress!).
Core values defined: ethics, sustainability, spiritual embodiment, and beauty in function.

Growing customer base among yoga teachers, therapists, and mindful movers.

2015 – SARL Formation & New Chapter
Official company status (LLC) and a bright new showroom.


Pernelle (me) takes over from Cornelia.
Expanded distribution in Swiss and European yoga spaces. Participation in conscious living events.

2019 – Yoga Boutique & Vision Expansion
Opening of The Yoga Boutique in Lausanne with the full collection.
Deeper focus on somatic awareness and intuitive cuts that support alignment and movement.

Covid crisis and organic cotton shortage in Portugal - opening of a second partnership in Turkey to secure production

2024 – Transition & Restructuring
Stock relocated to the studio of my sister, artist Maya Rochat and boutique passed to Nicole Steffen to make space to be with my new born son.

2025 & beyond – Rooted simplicity, conscious growth
Moving forward, Breath of Fire focuses on refined capsule collections, emphasizing still quality over quantity.

The goal: to offer timeless, sustainable clothing that supports freedom of movement, inner balance, and ethical living — while cultivating partnerships with like-minded individuals and spaces throughout Europe.

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Discover our latest creation!

Mahan shorts inspired by our besteller for men!

Discover our leggings

Slow fashion and eco-conscious

All our garments are made in Portugal or in Turkey by our valued partners. We only produce what is necessary.

Image taken in the Portuguese workshop during the production of Sohang pants.

We make yoga clothes for you that combine perfectly with each other to make beautiful outfits.

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