The Best Leggings You Can Live in 24/7
The Best Leggings You Can Live in 24/7
We updated this guide in July 2022 to ensure that all products tested and vetted by the Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab were in stock and reflected current pricing.
It's safe to say leggings are a must-have in your closet, but with so many styles to choose from (at a wide range of price points), it's hard to know which ones are actually worth owning.
The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab tests leggings for durability, moisture management, comfort and performance features, and our fashion editors weigh in with the most stylish leggings for everyday wear to find the best, longest-lasting and most comfortable leggings out there. When you're shopping for leggings, consider when you'll be wearing them. Here's what to keep in mind:
- Workout leggings: Synthetic performance fabrics (like polyester or nylon) are ideal for workout leggings because they are stretchy, durable, opaque and often moisture-wicking to help manage sweat. Look for flat interior seams to prevent irritation and friction.
- Leggings to wear as pants: You can wear leggings as pants or even to work if they're made of thicker fabric like ponte or faux leather. To make sure fabric isn't see-through, try the leggings in natural daylight or under a bright light. Bend over in front of a mirror or check for show-through by deeply bending your knee.
- Loungewear leggings: Don't need leggings to be fully opaque? Opt for a plant-based fiber like cotton, lyocell or modal for a super-soft pair to wear 24/7 or to layer under longer tops or dresses.
Our picks for the best leggings for women to buy in 2022 are a mix of top-tested styles, staffer favorites and popular brands with unique features.
The best leggings from quality brands like Lululemon and Athleta, including leggings for working out and flattering styles to wear as pants, to work and beyond.
