16 Best Flared Leggings, According to Glamour Testers

Amazon is a treasure trove of budget-friendly athleisure. Case in point: these pocketed high-waist leggings. They come in pretty much every color imaginable and are highly recommended by tens of thousands of shoppers. “What sold me on these pants was the pocket,” one reviewers raves. “If I could rate these pants more than five stars, I would.”

Sizes: S–XXL / Colors: 31 options / Rise: High / Material: Polyester, spandex

Pros: Tons of color options, two pockets; budget-friendly
Cons: Pockets are very small.

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These budget-friendly leggings come highly recommended by Glamour commerce writer Andrea Navarro, who often wears them when she’s working from home. Since they’re made mostly of cotton, they feel more like breathable sweatpants than leggings—a definite plus when you’re enjoying a movie marathon or taking a long walk.

Sizes: S–3X / Colors: 19 options / Rise: High / Material: Cotton, spandex

Pros: Budget-friendly; tons of colors, soft material
Cons: Might be too long if you have short legs.

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One of the most size-inclusive activewear brands on the market, Athleta makes a point of producing clothes that fit a wide variety of body types. It’s the rare brand that offers true plus-size leggings, from 1X to 3X, which can make all the difference when you’re looking for a pair that fits like it’s supposed to. Throw in a not-too-wide flare, stretchy fabric, and sizable side pockets and you get some truly exceptional tights. (Plus, it’s another pair that Navarro loves.)

Sizes: XXS–3X / Colors: 5 options / Rise: Ultra-high / Material: Nylon, Lycra

Pros: Size-inclusive; three inseam lengths, two side pockets
Cons: Limited sizing in petite and tall

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Gap’s pair of flared leggings is one of the few options with three separate inseams—regular, tall, and petite—so you wind up with tights that actually fit. Only three colors are available, but black, navy, and berry are plenty versatile. Oh, and the majority of the material is recycled polyester, making this a slightly more sustainable pick.

Sizes: XXS–XXL / Colors: 3 options / Rise: High / Material: Polyester, spandex

Pros: Frequently on sale; wide range of sizing
Cons: Limited sizing in petite and tall lengths

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With a leg-lengthening silhouette and a slim waistband, these Alo Yoga leggings offer a snug fit that won’t hug you too tight—it’s just enough to sculpt without constricting you. And the split-hem design is more than just an aesthetic choice: They offer extra ventilation for sweaty workouts (while also allowing you to show off your newest white sneakers).

Sizes: XXS–L / Colors: 7 options / Rise: High / Material: Nylon, elastane

Pros: Supersoft fabric; odor-resistant, highly breathable
Cons: Not ideal for short people

While this stylish gem might look like corduroy pants, it feels like your most loved pair of leggings. It’s actually made from a lightweight, stretchy velvet, which is ideal for adding texture (and warmth) to your cold-weather wardrobe. You could even get away with wearing them to work.

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 2 options / Rise: High / Material: Cotton, polyester, elastane

Pros: Unique material, polished look
Cons: Limited sizing and colors

Athleta’s workout leggings are truly size-inclusive, serving sizes XXS to 3XL with regular, petite, and tall lengths. Plus, the soft, supportive pants don’t have side seams, allowing you to breathe into your down dog without fabric digging into your skin.

Sizes: XXS–3X / Colors: 5 options / Rise: High / Material: Nylon, Lycra

• Pros: Size-inclusive, moisture-wicking, seamless
• Cons: Expensive

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If you prefer a lower cut than the super-high silhouette offered by nearly every other brand, this is about to become your favorite pair. “These leggings are made of substantial stretchy fabric that feels a tad compressive, and their midrise cut hits around my belly button,” says Glamour commerce editor Malia Griggs. “They’re just the right amount of length for my 5'4" frame (no drag), and I love that they have a pocket in the back that fits my phone.”

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 1 option / Rise: Mid / Material: Nylon, Lycra

Pros: Comparatively low cut; back pocket, UPF material
Cons: Limited sizing

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These Nike leggings are ideal for your day off; the mostly cotton fabric is thick, stretchy, and soft. While black is available, we especially love the chestnut brown, which looks almost exactly like something we’d have worn back in the early 2000s. The wide waistband resists rolling, while the thick fabric is ideal for cold-weather ’fits.

Sizes: XXS–XXL / Colors: 2 options / Rise: High / Material: Cotton, polyester, elastane

Pros: Retro look, supersoft fabric
Cons: No pockets; might be too long.

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These high-waist leggings are plenty flexible for serious workouts, but the real draw is their draped, dramatic flares, which actually open up for easier movement. (The ribbed fabric only adds to the cool old-school look.) If you’re all about making a statement, they’re well worth the investment.

Sizes: XS–L / Colors: 3 options / Rise: High / Material: Viscose, elastane

Pros: Super-wide flare, ribbed material
Cons: Limited sizing

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When you need to look dressed up but you can’t bring yourself to wear anything but leggings, reach for these Spanx bell bottoms. They look almost exactly like real leather, but they have way more stretch—plus the brand’s shaping material. They’re machine-washable. Reviewers note that they run small, so be prepared to size up for the right fit.

Sizes: XS–3X / Colors: 1 option / Rise: High / Material: Polyester, elastane, polyurethane

Pros: Size-inclusive; three lengths available
Cons: Run small; no pockets.

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These recyclable leggings caused quite a stir when they were first released, selling out almost instantly. If you happen to find a pair of the beloved brand’s wide-leg tights in your size, we suggest you snap them up ASAP. The four-way construction is not only super comfy, but also squat-proof and sweat-resistant. The brand itself is committed to sustainability, and this pair is made from recycled plastic bottles and can be recycled at the end of its lifespan. Plus…pockets!

Sizes: XXS–6XL / Colors: 5 options / Rise: High / Material: rPET, spandex

Pros: Squat-proof material, pockets; size-inclusive
Cons: Some colors sell out quickly.

Available in sizes large through 7XL, these plus-size leggings make the flared look more accessible than pretty much any other pair. “These flares have become my everyday pants,” one reviewer writes. “Love the supportive comfort. The look is pleasing, and the pocket is deep enough to keep my phone fully contained.”

Sizes: L–7X / Colors: 2 options / Rise: High / Material: Polyester, spandex

Pros: Size-inclusive; squat-proof material, side pockets
Cons: Waistband might roll down.

These flared yoga pants don’t have the bells and whistles that some other activewear brands add on, but they make up for it with high-quality fabric, a high sculpting waistband, and a just-right flare that comes in various inseam lengths. “I have the shortest ones,” says Glamour contributor Talia Abbas. “They hit me just above the ankle, which is great for my 5'1" frame, since most boot-cut leggings tend to puddle and are unwearable outside the house. The fabric is on the thicker side, though, so I wear these in the fall and winter.”

Sizes: XS–XL / Colors: 15 options / Rise: High / Material: Nylon, spandex

Pros: Sculpting waist, four inseam lengths, tons of colors
Cons: No side pockets

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