When choosing your karate gi uniform, the most important consideration is size, however, depending on your karate school, material is also important. Canvas gi make a more audible snapping sound when you perform movements, so 100% cotton gi are recommended for practitioners who practice competition-type karate.

For kumite or jissen karate, blended fabrics are lighter and offer better ease of movement. Gi come in ivory or white, however ivory tends to shrink slightly after washing so we recommend purchasing a slightly larger size.