TALA and Gymshark are both British activewear brands in the same price bracket. Both target a similar age group (20s–30s). Both are heavily marketed on social media. But the fit, the ethics, and the community experience are meaningfully different.
Price
| Category | Gymshark | TALA |
|---|---|---|
| Leggings | £40–£55 | £48–£65 |
| Sports bra | £25–£35 | £30–£40 |
| Shorts | £28–£38 | £32–£45 |
TALA is marginally more expensive. The premium is partly the sustainability positioning and partly that TALA has a more limited range with less volume manufacturing.
Sizing
Gymshark runs narrow in the hip and thigh. Designed for an athletic, straight-to-hourglass silhouette. If you have significant hip-to-waist differential, you size up and accept extra room at the waist.
TALA runs more generously in the lower body. The cut accommodates a wider hip-to-thigh ratio without needing to size up. For pear and curvy shapes, TALA tends to fit without compromise. For straight shapes, the fit can feel less contoured.
Sustainability
TALA is made from recycled materials (ECONYL, recycled nylon) and publishes its supply chain. This is a meaningful differentiator for buyers who care about it.
Gymshark has sustainability commitments but lags TALA on transparency and material sourcing. The brand's core products are conventional synthetic fabrics.
Quality over time
Community feedback: Gymshark's seamless ranges (Vital, Flex) fade slightly faster than TALA after repeated washing. TALA's recycled fabrics hold colour and compression better over 6–12 months of regular wear.
Who each brand suits
Choose Gymshark if:
- You have a straight or athletic build
- You want a tighter, more compressive fit
- You want more product variety (Gymshark has a much larger range)
- Budget is a priority
Choose TALA if:
- You have a pear or curvy shape
- Sustainability credentials matter to your purchase decision
- You want better longevity per garment
- You prefer a slightly less "gym bro" aesthetic
The honest verdict
TALA is a better ethical choice and fits a wider range of body shapes. Gymshark offers more variety at a lower price point and suits straighter silhouettes better. Neither is objectively better — it depends entirely on your body and your priorities.
For personalised recommendations based on your measurements, take the Forre fit quiz.