Author:Jake | TIME:September 09,2019 2226
Maybe you have seen people wear a full body spandex bodysuit on Halloween or other theme parties. Don’t make a wild guess - they are not the real superhero (Spiderman or Ant-man) or ninjas. Well, they are just common men and women, or probably kids wearing zentai costumes.
So what is zentai?
Zentai, is a Japanese word that means a skin-tight, full-body spandex suit that covers the entire body including face and hands and feet. The word is derived from zenshin taitsu (Japanese: 全身タイツ), which refers to full-body tights. That's the zentai meaning.
A zentai suit is usually made from spandex lycra fabrics that are flexible, thin and breathable. There are also zentai bodysuits made from microfiber which is superior to spandex lycra. These lycra bodysuits are usually unisex clothing - yes, they are worn by men, women, as well as kids. And if you don’t feel comfortable with the full cover, there are open face zentai suits available.
Originated in Japan, the unitard jumpsuit has also been seen at major sporting and festival events in the rest of the world, especially North America and the United Kingdom. And this brought up internationally recognized personalities out of The Green Men, two fans of the Vancouver Canucks NHL team, and so on.
In addition, many brands of the zentai suits were thus created. The typical examples are RootSuit or Superfan Suit in the United States, Bodysocks or Second Skins by Smiffy's and Morphsuits in the United Kingdom, and Jyhmiskin in Finland.
And below are some common uses of the Japanese spandex bodysuit.
Zentai suits are most commonly used as costumes for cosplay, parties, Halloween and other festivals. Halloween is coming, so this maybe a good idea as your Halloween costumes this year. And if you just want to cover yourself entirely for a cosplay event, this is also a nice try. Actually, zentai cosplay is a rather common case.
We’ve mentioned above that zentai has a heavy application in sports. Whether you are going for yoga or gym, these gymnastics unitards are ideal activewear thanks to the elastic and breathable fabric material.
That’s correct, zentai suits are not only unitards for yoga and gym, they are perfect dancewear. One of the best examples is the UK-based Remix Monkeys - a dance troupe that uses Morphsuits in their street dance routines. If they can do that, why couldn’t you?
A zentai suit is also great for sunbath, especially in cold winter days. Though the suit is thin, it is tight and can provide enough warmth. And since the lycra spandex fabric is thin and breathable, sunlight can penetrate through to your skin.
Living in the modern world, it’s inevitable to suffer pressure from work and life. And the full body unitard in some way provides relief for many Japanese people. According to a report by ABC News, many Japanese professionals, office workers and pensioners are dressing in full-body spandex suits to escape the pressures of modern day life.
People said that once in their “second skin”, they felt totally liberated and free. And wearing this full cover bodysuit make them more friendly to others and feel as if they could do anything freely.
Well, there are quite a lot options when you are looking to buy a zentai. And below we've selected 5 best zentai suits for your reference. Check them out now.
The most adorable feature of this black unitard is its superior quality over the rivals. For one thing, it is made of Microfiber that will eliminate decoloring, thus helping avoid the embarrassment of getting seen through. OK, you don't have to wear several bases underneath as you do with spandex zentai. You can feel the difference of texture and weight between this suit and its competitors.
For another thing, the durable branded YKK zipper at the back is also made of quality material so it won’t break easily. You won't get goose bumps as you zip up and down because the quality zipper goes seamlessly and smoothly, without making too much noise.
In addition, the needlework is finished with art-crafted process so as to make it more long lasting. You don't need to worry that it rips as you squat, or stretch with sudden move.
It is a unisex bodysuit costume perfect for sports, parties, cosplay, Halloween and more other activities. It is stretchy and breathable, so you can wear it with comfort. Apart from black, there are also other color options available for this zentai suit.
Upgraded microfiber fabric material and finish for better quality
Stretchy and breathable for comfort
Quality YKK zipper ensures long lifespan & smooth zipping
Machine washable
Zipper at the back might require someone else’s hand to zip up and down
What people love most about VSVO’s lycra spandex bodysuit is the various options of colors (25 colors) - a lot more than its competitors. Of course, it has other advantages, including the quality lycra and spandex fabrics. And the unitard is suitable for men and women, as well as children - just choose the right size accordingly.
More color options
High quality lycra spandex
Recommended size may be smaller/shorter/tighter than expected
This one piece unitard is made of stretchy lycra and spandex blends, therefore, it is great for sports and exercises such as yoga and gym. You can choose the preferred color and size using the enclosed Size Chart. And yes, this unisex yoga unitard can be worn by adults and kids.
More color options
Stretchy for sports, gym, dancing and cosply costumes
Zipper tends to broke more easily
Color difference might be an occasional bother
Made of 35% cotton and 65% polyester, this full body unitard is stretchy enough to fit most bodies. It is lightweight and breathable so you will feel comfortable when wearing it. You can bring this unisex zentai suit to the next level by matching it with other costumes or accessories, perfect for cosplay parties and Halloween.
Lightweight, breathable and stretchy for comfortable wearing
Unisex zentai costume for Halloween and cosplay
Easy to wear and take off with back zipper
Recommended size may be smaller/shorter/tighter than expected
If you need a full body zentai suit to cover the whole yourself so you can feel free, this full body spandex suit can be an ideal choice for you to escape from work and daily life pressure. Or you can just wear this bodysuit for fun as cosplay or Halloween cosutme. And thanks to its flexible design and breathable material, it is great for sports and other athletic activities.
Flexible and breathable fabrics
Unisex zentai for various events
Recommended size may be smaller/shorter/tighter than expected