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Karate suit
A karate suit is also known as a gi in traditional practice. The most important things to think about when picking out a gi are fit and comfort. Depending on taste, a heavier suit might be more comfortable while avoiding wear and tear, but a light suit will enable quicker movement.
The polyester-blend is the most popular style of karate suit. The 50/50 mix of cotton and polyester make these suits practically wrinkle-free. The low-cost of these gis makes them favorable to beginning students. Polyester, however, is not as breathable as a cotton suit, which can lead to more sweating in the polyester-blend suit.
White is the traditional color of a karate suit. Many dojos (any formal martial arts training facility) are deeply rooted in the traditions of karate and prefer students to wear the white suit. In less-strict dojos, students can add their own flair and personality by wearing black, brown, or even American flag-style gis.
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