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Breathable, comfy, cute.
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The natural fabric encourages airflow to prevent overheating while absorbing sweat and keeping you comfortably cool.
Though leggings have become a wardrobe staple, finding the right pair can still be overwhelming.
This makes them appropriate for loungewear but also easy to pair withflats,blazers, and blouses.
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We also appreciate that they’re machine-washable and dryer-friendly.
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We also like that 95% of the soft fabric is organic cotton.
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Iris Goldsztajn, Byrdie contributor:“Theseyoga pant-likebootcut leggings are so cute.
For taller girlies, though, these are perfection.”
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We love how the smooth, non-pinching design compresses your midsection likeshapewearand holds everything in.
“They’re the softest gym leggings I’ve ever owned,” says fashion and lifestyle influencerDemi Fewkes.
“I need to order another pair.”
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Check out this pair from Hue.
The bootcut silhouette just adds to the throwback vibe.
The fabric is thick with a smoothing quality and good coverage but also stretchy and breathable.
What’s not to love?
And you might choose from several neutral and on-trend hues.
We appreciate that the shaping design doesn’t flatten your curves but rather highlights your best features.
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Meanwhile, the fabric has excellent stretch and flexibility, so you never feel restricted.
Most notably, theyre soft as a cloud and I loved how they hugged my curves."
These lightweight, breathable pants make great indoor loungewear, pajamas, or a base layer for extra-chilly days.
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Many popular leggings made from synthetic fibers are known to contain PFAS.
Yes, it is the way to do it!
says Bibeau, who adds that cotton is a breathable natural fiber.
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This is because cotton absorbs moisture but may not wick away moisture as effectively as some synthetic fabrics.
Sometimes, but it depends on the thickness of the weave and whether other materials are woven in.
Look for leggings with a higher fabric density for better coverage, says Bibeau.
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Higher-quality cotton leggings often incorporate additional materials or better construction techniques to reduce transparency.
As the former associate editor for Her Campus, she was responsible for all style and beauty news coverage.
Iris has been a contributing writer for Byrdie since 2024, writing fashion and beauty shopping stories.
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