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4.5
First off I love these. They are clearly the best leggings I own now, and that’s saying a lot because I usually prefer a cotton blend that breathes easier than the shiny smooth ones.They fit well on a 16-18 (XL - XXL) and don’t feel too tight.I was skeptical when I saw them, as they look skinny, but stretch as you put them on and don’t feel too uncomfortable like I was worried they would. This means that once on they are skin tight though. This is fine if you are rocking a hot bod and showing it off... it’s slightly annoying when you have cellulite and then need a tunic top to cover your rear end. I will mostly wear longer shirts, long oversized sweaters, and mini dress length things when wearing these leggings, as I’m plus sized and can’t pull off a leggings and cut off tee sort of look.The top is a control top with the perfect amount of suck you in without being uncomfortable. It smooths out the area, but doesn’t feel overly tight like some “compression” ones are on me.They have some stitching diagonal across both thighs and a deep “phone” pocket on the left side (why the left, most people are right handed?). There’s also a zip pocket in the back for cards or folded up money.These would honestly work well for athleasure wearing (like this stay at home mama) or training for a marathon. They are so smooth and comfy and give a great range of motion.I don’t find myself yanking them up to cover a postpartum midsection at all. They magically stay in place way better than any other pair I own. That in and of itself makes me think I would totally rebuy this brand again. It seems well made with thoughtful details and the quality is really good. I’m used to leggings that cost about half of what these do, and I guess there really is a difference! You get what you pay for I guess.Overall I’d highly recommend them.I was excited to try on a pair of Sweaty Betty leggings, read the buzz, always looking an alternative to the usual brands so prominent in the US.The material in these leggings is almost like a smooth bengaline, it's very stretchy and supportive. Takes a liiitttle bit longer to put them on but once they're in place they are extremely comfortable and feel almost like you're wearing nothing at all. The flat seams are very comfy, gusseted crotch, and yessssss pockets. The zip pocket in the back is perfect for a house or locker key. Drawstring is a nice touch but I didn't see needing it. They aren't "noisy" when you are moving in them, and some leggings are like that, but not these. So far I don't notice any pilling.I would say 85/95% squat-proof but in full sun it was a little so-so. I definitely think I'd get these again.
