Walking into the gym is easy. Training properly and dressing for it is where most people mess up.

Most gym-goers wear whatever feels comfortable at home. That works until the workout gets intense. Sweat builds up. Fabric sticks. Movement feels restricted. Focus drops. Performance follows.

At AllOfficials, gymwear isn’t designed for photos, trends, or streetwear hype. It’s built for sweat, repetition, and real movement. Every fabric choice exists to solve a training problem, nothing extra, nothing fake.

Let’s break it down, product by product.

1. Ribbed Vest – Built for Structure, Not Looseness

Most gym vests fail in two ways:

They’re either too loose and shapeless, or so tight they restrict movement.

Why AllOfficials' Ribbed Vest Works

The AllOfficials Ribbed Vest is engineered to sit close to the body without compression stress.

Fabric & Build

• In-house developed pure cotton blended with 5% Lycra
• Ribbed structure adds natural elasticity and shape retention
• Flatlock seams eliminate skin irritation during sweat-heavy sessions

Why This Matters in Training

• Ribbed fabric holds shape even after multiple washes
• Snug fit enhances the physique lines without choking movement
• Breathable cotton base keeps it wearable in Indian gym conditions

This vest is not “ready-to-wear loose”—and that’s intentional.

It adapts to your body after a few wears, which is why AllOfficials clearly states it’s a snug-fit performance vest, not casual cotton.

Best For

• Push days
• Upper-body training
• Lifters who want structure without compression

2. Compression T-Shirt – Real Compression, Not Marketing Compression

Most “compression” T-shirts are just tight polyester tees. AllOfficials don’t do that nonsense.

Why the AllOfficials Compression T-Shirt Is Different

The N1 Nylon Compression T-Shirt is built from performance-first fabric, not cost-cutting blends.

Fabric & Technology

• 75% Nylon, 25% Elastane
• Warp-knit construction for controlled stretch
• Laser-cut micro perforations across the garment
• Antibacterial & moisture-wicking treatment
• 160 GSM — lightweight but supportive

Why This Matters in Training

• Nylon feels smoother than polyester during long sessions
• Elastane ratio provides real compression without stiffness
• Laser ventilation improves airflow where heat builds fastest
• Fabric doesn’t sag, lose shape, or feel sticky mid-workout

This is compression meant for HIIT, circuits, running, and high-sweat days, not just aesthetics.

Best For

• Cardio-heavy workouts
• HIIT & functional training
• Anyone who trains hard and sweats harder

Fabrics to Avoid for Gym Wear

Not every fabric belongs in the gym. Some materials feel comfortable at first but quickly become a problem once sweat, heat, and movement come into play.

1. Pure Cotton

Pure cotton absorbs sweat and holds onto it. Once it gets wet, it becomes heavy, sticks to the skin, and takes a long time to dry. During longer workouts, this leads to discomfort, chafing, and loss of focus.

That’s why AllOfficials avoids pure cotton and instead uses cotton blended with Lycra in ribbed vests to maintain stretch, breathability, and shape.

2. Cheap Polyester

Low-quality polyester traps heat and starts to feel sticky as sweat builds up. It also tends to hold odour over time and loses its structure after repeated washes. Tight polyester tees marketed as “compression” often fail within weeks.

AllOfficials uses nylon-based performance fabric for compression wear because it feels smoother, lasts longer, and performs better under stress.

3. Non-Stretch Synthetic Fabrics

Fabrics without elastane restrict movement. Squats, presses, and dynamic movements become uncomfortable when the fabric doesn’t move with the body. This is one of the fastest ways gymwear becomes distracting instead of supportive.

4. Thick Woven or Denim-Style Fabrics

These fabrics are built for structure, not mobility. They trap heat, limit range of motion, and have no place in training environments.

5. Low-Quality Fabric Blends

Cheap blends lose their fit, fade quickly, and start to sag or twist after a few washes. Over time, they end up costing more because they need frequent replacement.

Why AllOfficials Gymwear Actually Makes Sense

Most brands talk about performance. AllOfficials designed for it.

• Ribbed Vests that adapt instead of stretching out
• Compression T-Shirts with real nylon-based performance fabric

Every product is built to handle:

• Indian heat
• Heavy sweat
• Frequent washing
• Long-term use

That’s why the fit, fabric, and construction stay consistent.

FAQs

How should gym clothes fit?

For lifting: snug fits like ribbed vests or compression tees.

For high-sweat days: compression tops with breathable tech.

Is cotton good for the gym?

Only when blended properly. AllOfficials uses cotton + Lycra, not pure cotton, to maintain stretch and shape.

What fabric is best for compression wear?

Nylon + elastane. That’s why AllOfficials uses a 75/25 N1 blend with laser ventilation instead of cheap polyester.

Bottom line:

If your gymwear loses shape, traps sweat, or distracts you mid-workout, it’s not built for training.

AllOfficials gymwear is built for people who train seriously, consistently, and long-term—not just for the mirror.