It seems fair to say that we are living in the golden age of leggings. Not only have these perennially-comfortable garments proven that they are in fact pants, but they’ve proliferated and become available in more fabrications and styles than ever before. Whether you’re looking for workout leggings that place a premium on performance, mesh leggings worthy of an Instagram influencer, or black leggings that you can wear to work (we recommend looking for a high-waisted pair), we’ve found the online stores that stock the best selection.
Athletic clothing brands like Lululemon aren’t always the go-to destinations anymore — from the big guys like Nordstrom and Amazon to single-brands like Athleta and Old Navy to more boutique options like Sweaty Betty, we’ve got you covered.
Amazon
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Leggings may be all about being active, but our shopping habits are all about being lazy. Which is why we love ordering everything humanly possible on Amazon (hello, Prime!). Its selection, as expected, is hard to beat, with brands such as Nike and Adidas holding court next to budget-conscious picks like house brand Amazon Essentials.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Amazon Essentials Women’s Performance Full-Length Leggings, $18; amazon.com
Buy It! Adidas Originals Women’s 3-Stripe Leggings, $24.05–$97.07; amazon.com
Buy It! Nike Women’s Essential Dri-FIT Tights, $38.90–$117.42; amazon.com
Athleta
Customers love the comfy, flattering fit of this Gap-owned brand’s workout leggings, which come in classic black as well as fun alternative colors (and even tie-dye). Expect an array of great, easy-to-wear styles in cropped or full length. They’re also beloved for their ethics — 40% of their fabrics are made with sustainable fibers; they aim to hit 80 percent by 2020.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Athleta Relay Tights 2.0, $79; athleta.com
Buy It! Athleta Tie Die Salutation 7/8 Tights, $89; athleta.com
Buy It! Athleta Eclipse 7/8 Tights in Ballerina Gown, $89; athleta.com
Bandier
Looking for athleisure leggings from the coolest brands on the market like Koral, P.E Nation, and Varley? Bandier has one of the best curations around, offering printed leggings (check out this watercolor pair from Nike), pastel leggings (see: We Over Me’s flying-off-the-shelves styles), and mesh leggings alongside tasteful classics.
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Buy It! We Over Me Synergy Legging, $105; bandier.com
Buy It! Nike Epic Lux Tight, $120; bandier.com
Buy It! P.E Nation The Chasse Legging, $145; bandier.com
Lord & Taylor
Lord & Taylor stocks a pleasantly navigable assortment of all the usual suspects — Under Armour, Adidas, and Calvin Klein included — and features everything from your work-yoga uniform of black leggings to statement-making printed leggings.
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Buy It! Adidas Believe This High Rise Leggings, $41.25 (orig. $55); lordandtaylor.com
Buy It! Calvin Klein Performance Printed High Waisted Cropped Leggings, $35.40 (orig. $59); lordandtaylor.com
Buy It! Free People Movement Infinity Leggings, $49.99 (orig. $88); lordandtaylor.com
Neiman Marcus
Bold printed leggings, like the metallic star version from Terez or the cherry motif ones from Ultracor? Check. High-waisted leggings like these from Koral Activewear? Check. In other words, if you want to invest in some high-quality leggings, Neiman Marcus is where you need to be. They also stock great options from Nike, Under Armour, and Adidas by Stella McCartney, to name just a few.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Under Armour Jacquard Colorblock Cropped Leggings, $50; neimanmarcus.com
Buy It! Koral Activewear Dynamic Duo Energy High Rise Activewear Leggings, $95; neimanmarcus.com
Buy It! Ultracor Ultra-High Lux Collegiate Leggings with Side Stripes, $196; neimanmarcus.com
Nordstrom
Look no further! A recent search for women’s leggings at Nordstrom yielded a whopping 444 results. Brands in the mix include Nike, Adidas, Alo, Puma, Under Armour, Ivy Park, Zella, and many more, with styles ranging from classic black cotton to mesh-paneled to plus size. There’s something for every legging mood.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Zella Swift II Crop Leggings, $59; nordstrom.com
Buy It! Nike Pro Hypercool Training Tights, $75; nordstrom.com
Buy It! Alo Airbrush Tech Lift High Waist Leggings, $118; nordstrom.com
Old Navy
Old Navy leggings have long been a wardrobe staple thanks to their classic good looks and very approachable price point. Leggings under $20? Don’t mind if we do!
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Old Navy Lattice-Hem Ankle Leggings, $14–$16.99; oldnavy.com
Buy It! Old Navy High Rise Yoga Leggings, $19.99; oldnavy.com
Buy It! Old Navy Mid-Rise Compression Run Leggings, $32.99; oldnavy.com
Sweaty Betty
This British import is renowned for its “bum-sculpting” leggings, but if that’s not persuasive enough, they offer luxury basics and trendy prints designed for barre, yoga, and running — though with leggings this good, we’re not going to judge you for wearing them to the office, too.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Sweaty Betty Zero Gravity Crop Run Leggings, $115; sweatybetty.com
Buy It! Sweaty Betty Thermodynamic Run Leggings, $135; sweatybetty.com
Buy It! Sweaty Betty Power Wetlook Mesh 7/8 Leggings, $140; sweatybetty.com
Under Armour
Founded by a former football player, Under Armour is all about performance, so you can be assured that these leggings can move, moisture wick, and compete with the best of them.
Editor’s Picks
Buy It! Under Armour ColdGear Authentic Leggings, $49.99; underarmour.com
Buy It! Under Armour Fly Fast Running Leggings, $60; underarmour.com
Buy It! UA Vanish Pleated Capris, $75; underarmour.com
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