Perhaps the hardest-working pants in our wardrobes are actually a good pair of leggings—trust us, we’ve asked a lot of women, who go to bat for their favorites. The best leggings need to hold up through whatever the day may bring you, whether that’s sweaty workouts, long travel days, errand-running, or lounging, all without rolling down, digging in, or showing visible panty lines. Of course, the right pair depends on how you plan to wear them. To find the ones worth your dollar, Glamour editors collectively tested more than 50 pairs, evaluating them for durability, opacity, fit, comfort, and design. Below, find our top women’s leggings, including lightweight, breathable yoga leggings, hardworking pairs for running and Pilates, and compressive styles with tummy control and butt-lifting effects.
Our top leggings for women
Best Overall: Lululemon Align High-Rise Pants With Pockets
Lululemon Align High-Rise Pants With Pockets (28-inch)
What we love: These were perhaps the most versatile leggings we tested. “I wear these Lululemon leggings more than any other pants in my closet because they’re that amazing,” says certified personal trainer and Glamour contributor Jenny McCoy. “Even after 50-plus washes, the fabric still feels heavenly against my skin, and the waistband is comfortable yet supportive.” She wore them throughout pregnancy and postpartum, noting that the stretchy fabric retained its shape through major body changes. They’re my trusted companions for work-from-home life, running errands, Pilates, and gentle workouts like yoga, stretching, walking, and hiking.” Available in three inseam lengths, they hold up impressively well over time, stay put without digging in, have two side pockets, and a hidden waistband pocket that fits credit cards.
