Hello, I'm Nicole, founder of Bodhi.

Bodhi means "awakening" and Shala means "home". Both are Sanskrit words rooted in the yoga tradition that inspired this brand.

My yoga journey began in 2015 while working in the fashion industry. Long hours, constant deadlines and a fast-paced environment left me searching for balance, and yoga quickly became my sanctuary. It was the one place where I could step away from expectations, reconnect with my breath and simply be.

Over the following years, as my practice deepened, my relationship with fashion began to change. While I loved creating products, I became increasingly uncomfortable with an industry driven by overproduction, synthetic materials and profit at any cost.

At the same time, I struggled to find activewear that truly aligned with my values. Most options were made from plastic-based fabrics and designed for performance, but not necessarily comfort, longevity or mindful living.

So I trained as a yoga teacher and began creating pieces I actually wanted to wear.

Designed and informed by years of practice, Bodhi was created to honour breath, movement and ease. Every piece is thoughtfully crafted from premium bamboo fabrics, offering a softer, more natural alternative to conventional activewear.

We produce in small batches with a trusted manufacturing partner whose facility is powered by solar energy, recycles water throughout production and repurposes fabric off-cuts wherever possible. From our fabrics and compostable packaging to our production practices, every decision is made with care.

Most importantly, every design is tested, refined and worn extensively before it reaches you. Comfort is never an afterthought. From supportive waistbands and unrestricted movement to buttery-soft fabrics you'll want to live in, each piece is created to support you on and off the mat.

Bodhi is my offering — a collection of mindful essentials designed to feel good on your body, align with your values and move with you through every season of life.

Thank you for being here.
Nicole x

Founder, Yoga Teacher & Fellow Yogi