Two villages in Portugal makes your clothes

Near Porto, in Portugal, two small family businesses work side by side for us. The first, in one village, knits our organic cotton from scratch and dyes it to our specifications. The second, in the next village, cuts and sews. We have been visiting both every year since 2009. We know the people by name. We share meals when we visit. They have watched our collections grow alongside their own children.During the Covid years, when organic cotton and bamboo became briefly impossible to source in Portugal, we found a second family workshop in Turkey — also ethical, also certified, also personal. About 5% of what we make passes through their hands today. The Mizar Kimono and a few Lilac pieces from past collections come from there.Most yoga brands buy fabric from a market — pre-made rolls, ready to cut. We don't. Every meter of jersey we use is knitted from scratch to our specifications. That is why the Sohang feels the way it does. That is why a five-year-old pair softens instead of wearing thin.A slower way of making clothes. Sometimes inconvenient. Always worth it.

The slow choices we keep making for sustainability

Sustainability for us is not a marketing department. It is a series of small, sometimes annoying choices we have made since 2009.We chose certified organic cotton when it was 40% more expensive than conventional or plastic fabrics. We still pay that premium today. We grow without external capital which means we cannot afford to overstock, so we don't. We use every meter of yarn we order, even when it means smaller runs and longer waits. We are 100% self funded and all the money is placed in ethical funds in a local bank.We focus on evergreen pieces, the Sohang, the Amrit, the Amba instead of seasonal collections. Some of these designs are over a decade old and still our bestsellers. A garment worn for ten years on a body is the most sustainable thing a fashion brand can make.Our fabrics are dyed with processes gentle enough for a baby's skin. We package in either recycled or biodegradable bags. We ship from our small warehouse in Cully (Switzerland) or our partner in Germany, never overseas.We don't tick every box. We are not perfect. But these are the choices we make, and we make them visible.

What materials we use?

We work with three fabrics. Three. Not thirty.Brushed Organic Cotton Jersey (220g, made in Portugal) soft, slightly thick, with a peach-skin touch. Our flagship. The Sohang, Yamala and Mahan are knitted from this.Mercerized Organic Cotton Jersey (180g, made in Portugal) lighter, smoother, with a subtle natural sheen. Our new Essence Collection uses this for models like Ankaa, Nashira, Maia.Bamboo Viscose blended with Organic Cotton (made in Turkey) cool, breathable, fluid. Used for the Lilii pants and the Mizar Kimono. Bamboo regrows in three to five years, without replanting and without irrigation.Most pieces include around 8% certified elastane, enough to hold shape over years of wear, without losing breath.We use every meter of yarn we knit. What we don't sew, we save for repairs and samples. Nothing goes to waste.

Three generations of women to design

Three generations of women.My grandmother Johanna sewed evening dresses by hand. Long, careful, beautiful work, a kind of patience that has all but disappeared.My mother, Cornelia, learned from her. In 2009, she founded Breath of Fire. The very first piece she designed, the Sohang, was created on the floor of her living room in Switzerland, with a yoga teacher friend named Christina. It is still our flagship today, seventeen years later.Today, I ( Pernelle) run the brand. I do not redesign what works. I extend it. The Essence Collection, launched in 2025, sits beside the Evergreen line. New silhouettes, same intention.We do not design for trends. We design for the body in practice, for the moment when the breath deepens, when the posture lengthens, when you forget what you are wearing.That is the test of a piece. Forgetting it on. Returning to it.

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — styled for warm-weather yoga practice

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — side view, loose-fit bamboo cotton jersey 200gsm

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — close-up bamboo organic cotton FSC jersey fabric

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — low folded waistband detail, loungewear style

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — back view, draped loose-fit yoga pants

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — high waistband detail, belly support style

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Mint — front view, bamboo organic cotton yoga pants with extra-long double waistband

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Dark Purple — waistband and fabric detail

Breath of Fire Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Dark Purple — side view, loose-fit drape and double waistband

Breath of Fire

Lilii Loose Fit Pants — Bamboo & Organic Cotton Yoga Pants with Extra-Long Double Waistband

€47,50 EUR

~~€95,00 EUR~~ €47,50 EUR

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Color: Dark Purple

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Light, fluid, and quietly versatile — loose yoga pants that move with the body, never against it.

The Lilii Loose Fit Pants were created by Cornelia Kauhs, founder of Breath of Fire. Cornelia designed them as a freedom piece — a relaxed silhouette that breathes and adapts to your day. The extra-long double waistband can be worn high for warmth and gentle support around the belly and lower back, or folded low on the hips for a softer, more loungewear feel.

What makes it unique

Soft bamboo & organic cotton jersey — 200 g/m², breathable and gently cooling.
Extra-long double waistband — wear it high for belly/lower-back warmth, or folded low for a loungewear silhouette.
Generous loose-fit cut — leaves space to breathe, never restrictive.
Two quiet shades — Dark Purple and Mint.

Best for

Warm-weather yoga and long practice sessions
Loungewear at home, travel, and slow days
Post-practice ease and meditation

Honest note on practice style

The Lilii is a loose, drapey pant — not built for inversions or fast vinyasa where you want fabric to stay close. For a 2-in-1 close-fit pant with integrated skirt, see our Sohang Yoga Pants. For a straight-leg structured option, look at the Yamala Yoga Pants.

Honestly made — the story behind our Evolve collection

This piece comes from our Evolve collection — and there's a small story behind it. In 2019, when Covid disrupted supply chains, our family atelier in Portugal lost access to certified organic cotton. To keep the brand alive and honour our promise to natural fibres, we found a wonderful partner workshop in Turkey — fully solar-powered, certified, and run with the same ethical care we hold dear. We were genuinely happy to produce there.

Today, we have returned to our original Portuguese family atelier for the rest of our collections. The human warmth, the respect for skilled Portuguese artisans, and the quality we find there is something we have not seen anywhere else in the textile industry — and that's where our heart remains. Since 2009.

Material: 68% bamboo viscose (FSC™) + 28% organic cotton + 4% elastane.
Fabric: Bamboo–organic cotton jersey, 200 g/m².
Feel: Light, smooth, naturally cooling against the skin.

Styling tip

Pair with our Cosma Loose Fit Shirt for a tonal loungewear look, or with the Aurora Bra for a relaxed yoga set.

Size guide

Size	EU	Waist (cm)	Hip (cm)
XS	34–36	62–68	86–92
S	36–38	66–72	90–96
M	38–40	70–76	96–102
L	40–42	74–80	102–108
XL	42–44	78–84	108–114

Between two sizes? The Lilii has a generous loose cut — the smaller size for a closer fit at the waist, the larger for more drape.

Care

Machine wash at 30°C with similar colours. Air dry flat, no tumble dryer. The bamboo–cotton jersey settles beautifully with each wash.

Size & Fit

Runs true to size with a relaxed leg and adjustable length. The double waist belt offers gentle support when worn high, and easy drape when folded low. If you’re between sizes and prefer more ease, size up; for a neater line, choose the smaller size.

If you’re unsure about sizing or fit, our team is happy to guide you, simply reach out to us at contact@breath-of-fire.ch.

We want every piece to feel right on your body. And if it doesn’t, returns are, available, all details here.

Why this feels different

Extra-long double waist belt offers warmth and gentle support when worn high, or relaxed drape when folded low
Relaxed leg allows full freedom of movement while maintaining a clean, intentional line
Adjustable leg ribbon lets you shorten the length for inversions or create a softly tapered silhouette
Lightweight FSC™ bamboo jersey feels breathable, fluid, and naturally cooling, even during intensive practice
Discreet side pockets add practical ease without bulk or distraction

A pant designed to adjust with you.

Features

Double waist belt (extra-long): Wear high for warmth and coverage or fold/drape low on the hips for a relaxed look.
Adjustable leg ribbon: Gently gathers the trouser leg to shorten for inversions or customize the silhouette.
Sporty pockets: Practical, clean, and studio-to-street ready.
Lightweight FSC™ bamboo jersey: Breathable, quick-dry feel with fluid drape.
Consciously made: Ethically produced with sustainable materials.

Fabric & Care

Fabric: Lightweight FSC™ bamboo jersey with elastane for comfort stretch.
Feel: Airy, breathable, fluid — ideal for warm days and intensive practice.
Care: Wash inside out at 30 °C with similar colors; avoid tumble-drying; dry flat or on a hanger.

Combine with pieces from the same collection for a polished look:

Aurora Bra Cosma Shirt Lilii Pants

Designed to work in harmony

The Lilii Pants were designed as a flexible foundation within the Breath of Fire wardrobe — a piece that brings lightness and movement to the silhouette. Their wider cut pairs effortlessly with the Cosma Shirt, creating a soft, flowing balance that feels composed yet relaxed from top to bottom.

Worn with the Aurora Bra, the Lilii Pants take on a more open expression — grounded through the waist, free through the legs, and supportive where it matters. Each piece complements the other through proportion and feel, allowing the outfit to shift naturally between practice, rest, and everyday life.

Rather than isolated items, these garments form a coherent system — designed to layer, adjust, and live with you. Yoga clothing rooted in breathable natural fabrics, adaptable shapes, and a thoughtful approach to movement, comfort, and presence.

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