Inside The Matte Method, Where Los Angeles Tastemakers Met Pilates and Elevated Athleisure

Caroline Dalal

Matte by Matte Collection brought together Los Angeles tastemakers, creators, and industry insiders for The Matte Method: LA Pilates Session, an invitation-only wellness experience held on January 22, 2026, at Drenched LA on Melrose.

The Matte Method begins | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Set inside Drenched LA’s sleek, carefully curated studio, the afternoon centered on reformer Pilates classes designed to balance strength, control, and intention.

Pilates meets athleisure | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Guests received an exclusive first look at Matte by Matte Collection’s latest designs, including two new colorways and newly introduced legging silhouettes.

Wellness, served thoughtfully | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Each reformer session was led by a top instructor who guided participants through a sculpting flow that emphasized performance, precision, and comfort.

Movement with intention | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

The immersive format allowed attendees to experience the brand’s ethos of confidence and balance through movement.

Inside Drenched LA | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Following class, guests refueled with elevated wellness offerings including ceremonial-grade matcha from What The Matcha and acai bowls from Ubatuba Acai.

Matcha moment reset | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

The post-workout setting encouraged conversation, content capture, and hands-on exploration of the collection’s premium fabrics and tailored fits.

Guest at the event | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

The Matte Method unfolded as more than a fitness event, positioning Pilates as a social and lifestyle-driven ritual within the city’s wellness scene.

Reformer flow session | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Notable attendees included Scheana Marie Shay, Christine Obanor, Jadah Marie, Savanna Sievers, Nicole Bennett, Genelle Seldon, Talin Silva, and Athena Katoanga.

Wellness, styled | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

Additional guests such as Camilla Barragan, Jessica Martin, Heather Michelle, Taylor August, Andrea Rodriguez, Liberty Netuschil, Riley Simpson, Carmen Solomons, and Amber Keaton underscored the event’s carefully curated guest list and cultural reach.

Guest at the event | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection

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Matte collection storefront | Photo Courtesy of Matte Collection