Quick answer

Choose the Hula Girl Women's Racerback Tank if you want a playful island print and a slightly longer body, and the Zen Lotus Women's Racerback Tank if you prefer a calmer lotus design by artist Elliot Wilde and a lower price. Both share the same soft, lightweight fabric and raw edge seams, so the real decision comes down to print mood, length, and budget.

What the two tanks share

Both tanks use the same 50% polyester, 25% combed ring-spun cotton, and 25% rayon blend at 4.2 oz (142 g/m2), so neither is heavier or more breathable than the other on paper. Both also have raw edge seams and are laundered to reduce shrinkage, which means your first wash is less likely to change the fit you bought.

Where the Hula Girl tank differs

The Hula Girl print leans toward a cheerful, beachy look that suits a vinyasa flow, a beach yoga session, or casual wear after class. Its size guide lists a length of 25 7/8 inches in XS up to 28 3/8 inches in XL, with widths from 15 to 18 inches, so it runs slightly longer than the Zen Lotus tank. That extra length can help if you prefer a tank that stays put in forward folds or covers the waistband in low poses.

Where the Zen Lotus tank differs

The Zen Lotus tank features a lotus design by artist and photographer Elliot Wilde, giving it a quieter, more meditative look that may appeal if you want a printed yoga tank top that reads calm rather than tropical. Its catalog price is lower at USD 20.40 versus USD 22.10 for the Hula Girl, and its size guide lists lengths from 25 1/4 to 27 3/4 inches and widths from 15 to 17 inches. That makes it a touch shorter and narrower in the larger sizes, so check the size chart if you are between sizes or prefer a looser fit.

The trade-off in plain terms

You are not choosing between better and worse fabric here. You are choosing between a longer, playful print at a slightly higher price and a shorter, calmer print at a lower price. If length and a fun island vibe matter most, the Hula Girl wins; if you want a lower price and a more subdued design, the Zen Lotus is the practical pick.

Trade-offs to weigh before you buy

  • Print mood vs. versatility: The Hula Girl's playful island print stands out and pairs naturally with beach or resort settings; the Zen Lotus's lotus design is quieter and easier to mix into a neutral yoga wardrobe. Pick the print you will actually reach for on repeat, not just the one that looks best in the product photo.
  • Length vs. size range: The Hula Girl runs longer in every size (25 7/8–28 3/8 inches) than the Zen Lotus (25 1/4–27 3/4 inches), and its width goes up to 18 inches versus 17 inches. If you are tall or want more coverage, the Hula Girl has the edge; if you are petite or prefer a closer fit, the Zen Lotus may suit you better. Measure a tank you already like and compare it to the size guide before ordering.
  • Price vs. design story: The Zen Lotus saves you USD 1.70 at catalog price and carries an artist credit, while the Hula Girl costs slightly more for its longer cut and tropical print. Decide whether the extra length and print are worth the small price difference to you.

Product facts at a glance

  • Hula Girl Women's Racerback Tank: Hula Girl Women's Racerback Tank: 50% polyester/25% combed ring-spun cotton/25% rayon, 4.2 oz (142 g/m2), raw edge seams, laundered to reduce shrinkage. The lightweight blend and raw edges give it a soft, broken-in feel from the first wear, and the pre-laundering helps protect the fit after washing.

    Hula Girl Women's Racerback Tank

    Hula Girl Women's Racerback Tank

  • Zen Lotus Women's Racerback Tank: Zen Lotus Women's Racerback Tank: designed by artist and photographer Elliot Wilde, same fabric blend and weight, raw edge seams, laundered to reduce shrinkage. You get the same performance fabric as the Hula Girl but with an artist-designed lotus print and a lower catalog price.

    Zen Lotus Women's Racerback Tank

    Zen Lotus Women's Racerback Tank

Which tank fits your yoga routine?

Best for

  • Yogis who want a longer racerback tank that stays in place during forward folds
  • Beach, resort, or vacation yoga where a playful island print fits the setting

Not for

  • Shoppers who want the lowest price and a more subdued print
  • Petite frames or anyone who prefers a shorter, closer-fitting tank