About_Us - Abi and Joseph

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THE NAME

The 'Abi' is, of course, myself. The styles came from my own wants and needs as a Pilates Instructor that wanted good looking clothes! However, it was the talents of a leading Sydney designer and patternmaker Marianne Backhouse that brought the collection to fruition. With her extensive experience working with some of Australia's top fashion labels, fastidious attention to detail and true understanding of good design, she made 'simple' pieces into classic, multi-purpose essentials that stood out from the pack. What emerged was a truly refreshing change from the ill-fitting, mass marketed abundance of stretch clothing and exercise wear.

The name 'Joseph' comes from Joseph Pilates, the originator of the Pilates method and an inspiration for the clothing I was developing. The range was originally designed as Pilates wear – perfectly cut Pilates Pants, Yoga Pants, Camisoles with built in support, Wrap Tops, Tee-shirts, and Non Slip Socks. No Logos or Sporty stripes is a promise!

The popularity of these pieces was overwhelming, with the exercise fraternity wholly embracing the concept. Although only launched in 2006, the label now boasts a strong following from the Pilates and Yoga community, as well as high-end lifestyle, clothing and home ware stores.

FABRIC TECHNOLOGY

All abi and joseph clothing garments are made in Australia from the highest quality materials. Extensive research went into finding the perfect fabrics for active wear. All materials are high quality, very soft on the skin, brilliant to exercise in and work up a sweat.

TRAVEL WEAR

Recently we have been enjoying an abundance of praise for our garments multi- purposing for travel wear. From fashion editors to abundant customers alike, the company have received a flood of letters excitedly thanking us for making clothes they can comfortably and fashionably travel in. Our Relaxed Fit Pants are used probably as much for plane rides and hotel wear as they are in the Pilates Studio! Keeping our customers' desires at the forefront of our mission, we will continue to cater for this ever-growing market.

abi and joseph now ship their clothing for Yoga & Pilates wear to New Zealand, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore, USA, Canada, Uk, Ireland, Greece, Italy, France & Germany daily.

Note: abi and joseph is commonly misspelt as abbie and joseph, abi and josef, abi & joseph or abby and joseph

Read what others are saying about abi and joseph...

"Wow, that is fast!" - Julie, NSW

"... The pants and top have arrived, fit great, and feel great..." Barbara, Mid North Coast, NSW

"...Speedy delivery as always - my order arrived today. Also as usual - love, love, love! You really do have the best stuff..." - Sonya, Perth, WA

“...the pants and wrap top arrived today – they both fit perfectly... Thanks so much for such beautiful items and for the speedy shipping! I’ll definitely be back!” - Sally, NSW

“...What amazing service. I do a lot of internet buying and you are by far and away the most prompt with communication and service.

Thank you! I'm impressed and really appreciate it!” - Bec, Hallet Cove, SA

“...I received my order this morning. I am so excited! The pants fit perfectly and are a great length. Thank you so much for making for tall girls...” - Bernadette, Sydney, NSW

“... I received these this morning. Thank you so much, they're fantastic!”- Linda, Terrigal, NSW

“Absolutely love them!” Tenielle, Geographe, WA

“...thankyou so much, I received my new gear yesterday and I absolutely love it, thanks!!! Its perfect...” Georgina Lewis, VIC

, “I started out ordering from you purely for pilates workout wear and I find myself teaming my tee’s with other outfits or throwing my pants on to wear around the house ... or for playing with my little girl so they’re increasingly becoming a mainstay of my everyday wardrobe!” Lisa McLennan, NSW

“... received our supplex pants in the post today! We were very excited that they came so quickly. The pants are lovely, and we are so happy with them!!” - Kelley Holloway, NSW

“.. I just received my supplex yoga pants and my wool-blend wrap top and already I know I'm going to live in them! They are beautiful to wear and beautiful to look at... Thank you for such a lovely local product!” - Lauren, NSW

"Just got back from holiday today to find my new clothes waiting for me. They are really fabulous. I'm madly in love with the wrap top - it even smells great! Thanks again." - Sarah, Hammersley, WA.

"My pants arrived today and they are FANTASTIC... They fit like a dream. Thanks again, you can definitely expect to see more orders from me in the future."

"Thank you so much for my order – sent via Superman!! Also thanks for processing my refund so fast!! Great service, great clothes – will definitely be ordering again!! :-)" Tanzyn C, QLD

" I love it - sexy, yet perfect for the gym. I want to live in it. I'm about to order another..." Guilan, California

"... thank you so much for sending my order through so quickly...I have not been able to get those pilates pants off my legs since I received them... they are so comfortable - and I really love the wrap around top - it is good to look a bit glamorous at the gym! I know I will be ordering some more soon!" - Emma, Artarmon NSW.

"I'm loving those pants! I've already got the black and brown. Do they come in any other colours?!" Catherine, (Mortgage Consultant) Sydney.

"... abi and joseph make possibly the best wrap tops in the world." Georgina, NZ

"It's amazingly beautiful" Hannah Maher, Director, FAME Fashion Advertising Marketing Events

"The silky smoothe fabric feels wonderful on my skin" J Ahearne, Accountant, Sydney.

"My pants arrived today and they are FANTASTIC" Hayley, Perth WA

"I just got my first order from you guys and I'm hooked!! I love your stuff. I cant wait to get in the gym and look all cute. Thanks u so much... I'm picking up a gift for my pilates teacher for Xmas and I know she will love it". Abbie Brady, California.

"I love your relaxed fit pilates pants. The fabric wears so well and they are such a flattering shape that they are good enough to wear out. I wear them Salsa dancing!" Michelle Wildsmith, Fremantle.

"This afternoon, as promised, I received my relaxed fit, supplex yoga pants. I just wanted to write to say how impressed I am with the fit, the quality, and the colour. They are just what I was looking for, and at a great price. Thanks again for your great service." A Barnier, Sydney.