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It wasfineand it did the job, but its unlikely that youd buy it again.
Photography: Ryan Segedi. Wardrobe styling: Kat Thomas. Hair: Chika Nishiyama. Makeup: Monica Alvarez.
Now leggingsoh, boy, leggings: These are the pieces we form deep, lasting attachments to.
(Lets just say it: You wear them for…everything.)
Below, check out the nine pairs of leggings were officially deeming todays greatest.
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
Jump to the winners.
to nominate their favorite leggings of all time.
The piece must still be available for purchase.
Simultaneously, we revisited the splashiest new releases from the past year.
We also did some additional research: Is the product well-reviewed online?
Is it available in a wide range of sizes?
Does it suit multiple body types?
Is it a reasonable price?
Then we set out to find our first-ever Readers Choice Award winners.
The most-nominated leggings are the Readers Choice Award winner youll see below.
There are a few technical factors that make a pair of leggings great.
One judge said:These are my everything leggings!
I have been buying the Stash from Athleta for years, and they hold up.
Available in sizes XXS3X.
Could we send a stronger message?
One judge said:I love Superfit Hero because of their mission to be size inclusive.
Available in sizes L7X.
Notably, they dont sacrifice shape and form for stretch.
Available in sizes XXS4X.
Reflective details down the leg give them a sporty look (and are genuinely helpfulsafety is important!)
and a nylon-meets-Lycra sweat-wicking fabric will keep you feeling dry for miles…and miles…and miles.
One judge said:I love these for runsespecially long ones.
The pocket situation is great on thesetwo large drop-in side pockets and five (!)
The material is alsoamazingit feels so smooth and cooling.
Available in sizes 020.
One judge said:These are probably the most compressive leggings I own.
They truly stand out for their simplicity.
Available in sizes XXSXXL.
They are my holy grail, have-in-every-color key in of product.
I have always HATED tight clothingincluding leggingswhich is why I wear sweats most of the time.
However, the Lululemon Aligns are the exception.
It truly doesnt feel like youre wearing pants, and they never cause chafing.
One judge said:They fit really well on my 3X body.
The fabric and construction feel high quality and hold up well through years of washing and drying.
Available in sizes 4XS4XL.
But you also cant beat the quality….Especiallyat this price.
The PowerSoft leggings are lightly compressive and suitable for any workouteven long, hard runs.
SELF readers said:POCKETS.
Theyre comfortable AF, slimming, and they actually stay up during runs!
And theyre a fraction of the price of other brands too.
I literally have 25 pairs, and theyre the only bottoms Ill do races in.
These are particularly good if you sweat.
Available in sizes XS4X.
Theyre super compressive and excellent for HIIT or strength workouts where youll be doing quick and sharp movements.
SELF readers said:These are the best leggings Ive ever triedI have over 25 pairs.
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
I wear them everywhere.
They are very affordable and super flattering.
These are the only leggings I wear.
I wear them to work out, relax, run errandseverything.
I have been wearing these for years and have them in all different colors and patterns.
Photography:Ryan SegediWardrobe styling:Kat ThomasHair:Chika NishiyamaMakeup:Monica Alvarez
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
Original photos taken by Ryan Segedi for SELF’s Activewear Awards
