Women's uniform's

[DWx]

If you have a gi you like, extra ties you've sewn yourself or maybe even a press stud or button would be the easiest way to do it. Whilst women's gi's do exist there isn't exactly a whole lot of choice.

That is true unfortunately.

I don't think Press Studs or Buttons would be appropriate due to the nature of the activity. But definitely extra ties like what you would find normally would be a positive.

My fiance who i teach has a ridiculously starchy gi but she also ties the gi extra tight with the ties available and wears her belt tight. so it stays in place quite nicely

Quite a few ladies I know use a small press stud with no problem. Or a small square of velcro.

[nyramat911]

As others have said, some (usually high end) brands will have extra ties as an option, as Japanese women commonly have them. On a budget though, a bit of DIY or a tailor is your best bet- then you can choose a gi you like, without being limited. My mum sewed velcro onto a lightweight gi for me (so when grappling etc it comes undone rather than tearing the gi), and ties on a gi for a training partner, and said that sewing on ties was much quicker and easier from her perspective. If I wanted something on a heavyweight gi I'd have to go with the ties (or an expensive tailor) because the lapel and velcro would be too thick for mum to sew through.

Good luck!

[JohnASE]

I currently wear a cross over gi, with ties at the side,I find the front doesn't stay secure and in warmer weather I am finding it too warm wearing a t shirt but I don't like the pull over the head style. Does anyone know of anywhere that does women's uniforms with some sort of extra fastenings or covering at the front?

Interesting thread. I've often thought about what characteristics a women's gi might need. Ties or velcro are a good idea.

I've had women tell me they like one gi or another because the way it's cut has the lapel naturally cross over at a higher point than others. I don't recall which gi they were talking about though. If you don't want a tie, that might be a good feature to look for.