So, a while ago the nice people of Oiselle, the women's running apparel company, reached out to me asking if I'd try something from their line and hold a giveaway. I had checked out their gear before and loved the cute styles and colors, so it didn't take me more than 30 seconds to respond with an enthusiastic YES!
Because I'm always nervous to buy running shorts online without trying on first (I never know if they'll fit right or not) I decided to try their Oiselle Birds Tee. Their running tees are all 50/50 pre-washed and super soft. They have a feminine shape but not super tight, which I definitely like. I chose the orange color because I need more bright things in my wardrobe and a size medium.
I wore it the same day it arrived and loved it because it fit well and was really soft. It was a warm early-summer day but because it's pretty lightweight, it didn't feel like I was wearing a heavy t-shirt. I'm always nervous that t-shirts will shrink with the first wash, but this one didn't shrink one bit! Since then, I've worn it a few times more and the color hasn't faded at all. Love it!
Along with the shirt, they sent me a catalog of what's to come in their line. When they reached out to me I thought their online offerings were somewhat slim and I'd only seen a few Oiselle pieces in athletic shops around the city, but let me tell you, there are some beautiful things to come (some of the pieces are already available)! I can't wait to try more and I hope to find a few pieces when we're in Seattle later this month!
A little about the company:
"Oiselle (pronounced wa-zell) means "bird" in french, and alludes to the flight of running. It was founded on the basic premise that running is more than a sport. It is a life philosphy that has the power to strengthen us - not just as athletes, but as people, teammates, leaders, and women." Sally Bergesen, started the company after years in marketing a branding for a variety of start-ups and Fortune 500 companies. As a runner in her youth, she came back to it again and realized none of the running apparel out there suited her needs and wants. On the website, she refers to running as several things, such as "our therapy, escape, religion, girl time and freedom." I can relate to all of this and guess you can too. The company is based in Seattle.
Me in my shirt |
The shirt you can enter to win! |
Mandatory -
You don't have to do both, but you have to choose at least one)
- 'Like' Oiselle on Facebook (here), tell them I sent you, then come back and let me know you did! (They post lots of fun stuff!)
- Follow this blog, and let me know you do! (thank you, and welcome if you're new!!)
- Follow OIselle on Twitter (here) then let me know you're tweeting!
- Head over to Oiselle's website (here) and come back and tell me what your favorite piece of running apparel is, other than the bird tee, of course!
Rules: Sorry international friends, but this one is only open to residents of the US. You must leave separate comments for each entry to count. Giveaway ends Wednesday, July 13th at 8:00pm EDT.
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Today's workout -
35min elliptical
125 ab exercises
1x40sec plank
2x15 bicep curl
2x16 leg curl
2x18 leg extension
stretching
125 ab exercises
1x40sec plank
2x15 bicep curl
2x16 leg curl
2x18 leg extension
stretching
56 comments:
I'm a follower!
I followed them on FB.
Oooh, and I love the long roga shorts. I do really like the shirts though too, but would probably go with a pair of shorts. If I did go with a shirt, it would be the ravenna tank. Thanks for the giveaway!
I'm a follower
I'd probably choose the distance shorts.
I'm a follower!
I follow your blog. :)
I liked them on Facebook!
I follow you, because you write a great blog!
I am following them on Twitter!
Love the "Running is Elemental" tee!
Love these products! I am a follower.
Of course I'm a follower : )
The ravenna tank looks so comfy!
I am a follower, super cute shirt!
I'm a follower. I love the sportsbras!
I'm a follower! And I love bird, if that matters (I actually don't but figured it was a nice touch).
Thanks for telling me about this company! I love their iris sports bra as well!
I am now a follower :)
Sarah
I like Oiselle on fb and left comment
love th distance shorts and the ravenna tank. BOTH ARE SWEET
I already follow them on FB--could not get my comment to post, though!
Following them on Twitter
I am definitely a follower. Love the birds.
I follow you via GFC
larkspurpurple (at) gmail.com
I Follow OIselle on Twitter. I am @purplelarkspur
larkspurpurple (at) gmail.com
I love the Leslie Knicker: http://www.oiselle.com/shop/running-pants/lesley-knickers
larkspurpurple (at) gmail.com
I liked Oiselle on FB and told them you sent me.
I follow your blog!
I now follow them on Twitter.
I like the 13.1 tee.
I follow your blog!!
I am following Olselle on Twitter @jhooker517
I like the orange recycled tech top
I'm a follower!
I like the Roga shorts
Followed them on FB and I've been following you for about a month!!
I liked them on facebook!
I'm a new follower!
I went to their website and I love the recycled tech tee and the run run run shirt!
I follow you!!!
I'm a new follower.
I like Oiselle on FB.
Follow Oiselle on Twitter.
I want the Roga shorts!
I'm a follower (although I thought I already was!)
I liked them on FB :)
I already follow Oiselle on facebook and your blog! I love their clothes. :D
I also already follow them on twitter. :) @kattehcat
I really like a lot of their graphic designs but my favorite is their distance shorts.
I'm a follower...
I love the Ravenna tank!
I liked Oiselle on Facebook but it won't let me post to their page :(
I like Oiselle on facebook!
I'm following you!
I follow Oiselle on Twitter!
I love the Start Line Tee...or the Run, Run, Run Tee!
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