If you love the fit and fabric of a certain legging, but they're too long, we recommend taking it to your local tailor for a simple alteration. “You never want them to hit your ankle too long, or fall at an awkward length mid-calf, depending on your height,” says Caccamo. Our experts say that, overall, finding leggings that hit at just the right length is important but can be difficult. “Attention to detail is crucial-even down to the type of thread and stitch each garment is sewn with.” You want the leggings to stay up and not gape or sag, but not be so tight and compressive that you are uncomfortable.

“We make sure that our leggings feel even-nothing too tight or too loose-and that they stay in place while moving around,” says Jagaric. The weight of the fabric and whether you are wearing them indoors or outdoors and in hot or cold climates will guide your selection.

We always recommend choosing an option with wicking, or other technical properties, for life’s sweatiest moments, and saving those comfy cotton styles for coffee runs.”Ĭonsidering climate to determine fabric thickness for warmth or moisture is also important, says Valponi. “This allows our customers to experience different options and choose their favorite. Jagaric also says that they offer different ranges of support levels of fabric, from software to slicker, and lighter to heavier. “For each fabric, we seek out the perfect stretch, softness, opacity, and technical properties, like wicking, based on our vision for the style.” “The core of a great pair of leggings is the fabric,” says Jagaric. “This can make or break a pair of leggings,” she says. Wardrobe Stylist Jasmine Caccamo also says the waistband is the first thing she looks for when shopping for leggings. Be sure to bend and twist as a test to make sure you are getting that support without prohibiting movement.” “Choosing your preference is key, but be sure the waist lays smoothly. “Check for the right fit at the waist,” says Valponi. What to Look For in Leggings Brands Waistband She previously was the sales manager of the women's ready-to-wear division at Macy's. Stephanie Valponi is a stylist and the California Styling Team Lead at Stitch Fix.She graduated from FIT with a degree in fashion design. She has also designed for Abercrombie & Fitch and Victoria's Secret. Andrea Jagaric is the Chief Design Officer at Aerie, OFFL/NE by Aerie, and Unsubscribed.She has worked with Alex Morgan, Taylor Swift, Kelly O'Hara, Camila Cabello, Katie Ledecky, and more. Jasmine Caccamo is a celebrity and athlete fashion and wardrobe stylist based out of New York and Los Angeles.

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