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The best leggings are supportive, stylish, and easy to wear no matter where the day takes you.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg. Nadia (left) wears the Reebok Lux High-Waisted Tights in size small. Sam (right) wears the same tights in size extra large.
Its a lot to consider!
Thats where our2023 Activewear Awardscome in.
The leggings that came out on top are listed below.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg.
I love the level of compression these leggings offer, said one judge.
They feel snug and secure without being overly tight or restrictive (and dont make me sweat).
Available in sizes XS to 3X.
The fit was perfect; they stayed up the entire time and didnt roll down.
Plus, the thicker waistband made me feel secure and comfortable.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL.
These leggings fit my short, curvy frame.
Theyre very easy to get on and off and offer just the right amount of stretch.
Bonus: The leggings come with side pockets that are big enough to fit your phone.
Available in sizes XS to XXL.
I amobsessedwith these leggings, one tester wrote.
Sometimes full-length leggings look bunchy at the ankles, but these were perfect.
The high waistband is extremely comfortable and flattering.
Theyre absolutely squat-proof as well.
Available in sizes 2XS to 4X.
I didnt have to mess with the drawstring at all.
Its so silky soft on and off of your body, one of our judges said.
They fit amazingly and I honestly kept them on all day after walking because they were so comfortable.
What sets these Spanx leggings apart is their lightweight, slippery-soft material that hugs the leg.
I didnt have to readjust the fit, and my temperature felt cool and regulated.
Even though theyre skin-tight, I didnt feel self-conscious.
They didnt roll down or sag throughout my workout and were easy to peel off, she wrote.
Theyre a great standard legging in the sense that I could imagine myself wanting multiple pairs.
Available in sizes XXS to 3X.
These leggings are super soft and make you feel like youre barely wearing pants, one judge said.
Universal Standard gets extra points for its inclusive sizing as well.
Available in sizes 4XS to 4XL.
The leggings definitely did everything they were supposed to do.
They were supportive, comfortable, cute, and helped me stay dry when I was really sweaty.
Available in sizes L to 7XL.
What sets these apart is their elastic-free waist, which feels seamless and slips on and off easily.
I could wear these leggings year-round.
The material is airy enough for summer but theyre full-length enough to keep me warm in winter.
One tester continually reached for these ahead of ballet classes, as they made her feel graceful.
Available in sizes XXS to XXXXL.
These leggings definitely lived up to my expectations, wrote one tester.
Available in sizes XXS to 4X.
you could trust this pair from Nobull, a brand that alsomakes some of the best strength-training shoes around.
These leggings held up through deadlifts, squats, split squats, and lunges, said one tester.
I felt like the function was really good hereit moved with me and never impeded my workout.
Available in sizes XS to XXL.
Additional sizes available in a similar stylehere.
Offline by Aerie Real Me XTRA Hold Up!
Theyre the perfect fit and provide just the right support around my stomach.
Available in sizes XXS to XXL, including long and short.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg. Nadia (left) wears the Reebok Lux High-Waisted Tights in size small. Sam (right) wears the same tights in size extra large.
Additional sizes up to 4X available in a similar stylehere.
The leggings were not only warm but were flexible and responsive with my movement.
Ill be wearing these on more hikes and camping trips to come.
“These leggings are meant to be reinforced for hiking outdoors.
I also feel like theyre perfect for travel because they are durable, lightweight, and have some compression.
Available in sizes XS to XXL.
Additional sizes up to 26 available in a similar stylehere.
SPANX Booty Boost Yoga Pant
Havent you heard?
Yoga pants as regular pants are back, thanks to the larger Y2K revival.
Josefina Santos. Wardrobe styling by Marion Kelly. Prop Styling by Danielle Selig at 11th House. Hair by Chika Nishiyama. Makeup by Ingeborg. Nadia (left) wears the Reebok Lux High-Waisted Tights in size small. Sam (right) wears the same tights in size extra large.
