13 Best Plus Size Leggings, According to Plus Size Stylist 2024

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Regardless of your height, shape or size, finding comfortable, flattering and sweat-absorbing yoga and fitness plus-size leggings that actually look cute is a major challenge—especially if you’re not looking to drop hundreds of dollars on just one pair. Fortunately, the affordable legging sphere has grown rapids, and there are now plenty of figure-enhancing leggings that are definitely stylish enough to wear to the gym, running errands or simply working from home, and best of all, they’re all designed specifically for humans of all shapes and sizes. (Which, honestly, should be the standard, but work has yet to be done in the fashion and wellness industry, shall we agree?)

Best Plus Size Leggings in 2024 at a Glance

Best overall: Beyond Yoga Space Dye Caught in the Midi Legging, $97
Best for working out: Champion Women’s Plus Size Everyday , $27.10
Best for all-day wear: Wild Fable Women’s High-Waisted Flare Leggings, $20
Best wool crepe leggings: Eileen Fisher Washable Stretch Crepe Pant, $168
Most affordable: Satina High Waisted Leggings , $14.99
Best unique print: Adidas X 11 Honore 7/8 Leggings, $48
Best knee and full-length options: Stretch is Comfort Women’s Plus Size Leggings , $23.99
Best leggings you can wear to work:Vince Camuto High Waist Ponte Knit Leggings, $69
Best leggings with tummy control: Shapermint Shapewear for Women Tummy Control , $33.99
Best with a mesh inner waistband: Champion Women’s Plus Size Everyday, Left Leg, $27.10

Of course, aside from being cute and fitting well, you also need your leggings to be comfortable and flexible enough to move with you (not against you) regardless of what you’re doing, but you also don’t want an overly-stretchy pair that will start to lose its shape after just a couple uses. Whether you prefer an ultra high-rise cut, solid wash or patterned pair, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite leggings in extended sizes.

Experts in This Article

Kat Tijerina: plus size influencer and blogger at The Mom Edit
Ashley Full: Co-Founder of the plus-size luxury retailer AMOUR781
Josh Herbert: stylist and founder of the sneaker publication CaptainCrepes.com

  • Beyond Yoga

    Spacedye Caught In The Midi High Waisted Legging

    Kat Tijerina, plus size influencer and blogger at The Mom Edit is a fan of Beyond Yoga’s Superdye collection. “They’re thick-thigh-friendly and don’t roll at all,” she says. “Beyond Yoga leggings are some of my absolute faves for daily wear, walking my pups and, of course, yoga!”

    These leggings are available in just about ever color imaginable, and feature a five-inch waistband so that they sit naturally at the waist. One reviewer loves them so much, they wrote, “Love the softness of the material and the way it hugs your physique without loosening throughout the day.” Now that’s a win-win for leggings.

    Sizes available: XXS-4X
    Colors: 18
    Material: 87% Polyester, 13% Elastane

    Pros

    • Multiple color options
    • Moisture wicking
    • UV protection

    Cons

    • Not all colors are available in extended sizes

  • Athleta

    Athleta Salutation Stash Pocket 7/8 Leggings

    Kat Tijerina, a plus size fashion influencer and blogger at The Mom Edit says these leggings are her go-to for workouts, running errands, and more.

    “Of all the plus-size activewear brands I shop, Athleta is by far my favorite,” says Tijerina. “Its quality and price point are perfect for me, and I absolutely love the way the clothes fit my body. I own three pairs of Salutation leggings because they are so comfortable for all-day wear. They are definitely some of my most-lived-in athleisure pieces I own.”

    Sizes available: XXS-3X
    Color options: 9
    Material: 75% nylon/25% LYCRA®

    Pros

    • Moisture wicking
    • Breathable

    Cons

    • Some reviewers note that these leggings have thinner fabric

  • Wild Fable High-Waisted Flare Leggings

    High-Waisted Flare Leggings

    These leggings are the perfect everyday leggings to keep in your rotation. One reviewer even said, “These are my favorite leggings EVER! Please keep these in stock and in production they are perfect. I have at least one in every color.”

    Sizes available: XXS-4X
    Color options: 4
    Material: 93% Cotton, 7% Spandex

    Pros

    • Cute color options
    • Slim fit

    Cons

    • A bit long for shorter individuals, according to reviews

  • Satina

    Satina High Waisted Leggings

    Stylist and founder of the sneaker publication CaptainCrepes.com, Josh Herbert loves these affordable Amazon leggings for plus size clients. “There’s no need to break the bank when buying plus-size leggings — these high-waisted leggings are available on Amazon,” he says. “They are fully opaque, meaning they will have a nice solid finish, without showing your underwear off. Their high waist is a good style to choose if of a larger build, helping shape curves and also decent coverage above the hips.”

    Sizes available: One size plus
    Colors: 21
    Material: 92% Polyester, 8% Spandex

    Pros

    • Ultra stretch material

    Cons

    • One size fits all plus may not fit everyone

  • Adidas X 11 Honore

    Adidas X 11 Honore 7/8 Leggings

    On Sale 70% off

    “When you want comfort, moisture-wicking technology and style then these Adidas leggings are a must-have if you want to look good at the gym or on a run,” says stylist Josh Herbert. “The print design fabric will help showcase your character if you want something more fun than plain black.”

    Sizes available: 1X-4X
    Color options: 2
    Material: 64% recycled polyester, 36% elastane interlock

    Pros

    • Elastic waist
    • High rise

    Cons

    • Sizes sell out frequently

  • Amour781

    Amour781 Ponte Knit Wide Leg Pant

    If you’re looking for a legging that has more of an upscale feel, this is a great option. “This high-waisted pant has a thick ponte so it won’t roll down while you’re on the go,” explains  Ashley Full, the Co-Founder of the plus-size luxury retailer AMOUR781. “This specific style of pant is sophisticated and comfortable, perfect for a lunch walk, and can be transformed for a date.”

    Sizes available: XL-3X
    Color options: 1
    Material: 68% viscose, 27% nylon, 5% stretch

    Pros

    • High waist
    • Extra wide leg

    Cons

    • Dry clean recommended

  • Eileen Fisher

    Eileen Fisher Washable Stretch Crepe Pant

    Ashley Full calls these leggings a must-have for any closet. “Throw them in the wash, wear them in any season, or take them on vacation, there is nothing these pants can’t do,” she says. “They keep you warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The stretch crepe is thicker and more substantial than your average legging, but lighter and more breathable than a ponte knit.” She also notes that she’d recommend sizing down.

    Sizes available: XXS-3X
    Color options: 5
    Material: 70% viscose, 24% nylon, 6% spandex

    Pros

    • Machine washable

    Cons

    • Higher price point

  • Vince Camuto

    Vince Camuto High Waist Ponte Knit Leggings

    “My absolute favorite non-athletic leggings are these Vince Camuto leggings,” says Kat Tijerina of The Mom Edit. “They’re so durable and if you have thicker thighs (like I do), then rest assured you don’t have to worry about them wearing out in the inner thigh area. I have three pairs of these bad boys and have been wearing them for years.”

    Sizes available: 1X-3X
    Color options: 1
    Material: 67% viscose, 28% nylon, 5% Elastane

    Pros

    • Machine washable

    Cons

    • Shorter individuals might find pant length too long, according to reviewers

  • Stretch Is Comfort

    Stretch Is Comfort Women’s Plus Size Knee & Full Length Leggings

    These super stretchy leggings are made out of a cotton-spandex blend. They boast a breathable design that’ll fit you comfortably without being too restrictive. The leggings come in most colors and patterns, including cheetah and green.

    Women's Cotton Plus Size Leggings Black 4X - $23.99


    Sizes available: XL-7X
    Colors: 25
    Material: 95% cotton, 5% spandex

    Pros

    • Extended sizes, up to 7x

    Cons

    • Some reviewers note that sizes run small

  • ShoSho

    Pros

    • Machine washable

    Cons

    • Reviewers with larger butts say these were uncomfortable

  • Champion

    Champion Women’s Plus Size Everyday, Left Leg

    On Sale 32% off

    These sporty-chic solid black leggings are designed with the brand’s on-trend logo and feature anti-chafing stretch fabric which allows you to stay flexible and comfortable while you work out.

    Sizes available: 1X-3X
    Color options: 1
    Material: 90% cotton, 10% spandex

    Pros

    • Anti-chafing fabric

    Cons

    • Some reviewers note that these run small

  • Shapermint

    Pros

    • Machine washable

    Cons

    • Reviewers and brand notes this piece runs small

  • Hue High Rise Leggings

    Hue High Rise Leggings

    These leggings feature a wide waistband so you feel extra secure wearing them. Since they’re lightweight, they function as both a great loungewear item or can be layered during colder months while still adding slight compression and shape. One reviewer even said, “Quality material! Waistband doesn’t move no matter how much I moved—bending, squatting, sitting, walking, and brisk walking! Great fit!”

    Sizes available: 1X-3X
    Color options: 1
    Material: cotton/rayon/Lycra® spandex

    Pros

    • Extra wide waistband
    • Machine washable

    Cons

    • Some reviewers note they shrink in the dryer

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