How to Wear Yoga Leggings

Once only seen at the gym and in yoga studios, yoga leggings have quickly become a wardrobe staple for a lot of women. They’re super comfortable and flattering on a lot of body types, but there are some things you need to consider before putting on a pair to go run errands around town.

Check the Quality

There’s nothing wrong with buying a bunch of yoga leggings on sale, but wearing ones that are sheer is never a good idea. Make sure to check them outside or under bright indoor lights to make sure that you won’t be showing off more than you want to. Also look for any fading, rips, and stretching before putting them on. Ripped jeans are okay, ripped yoga leggings aren’t.

Check the Size

Although it may be tempting to buy a size smaller than you really need so that you can wear them for longer as they stretch out, make sure you don’t do this. The only thing that will happen is that you’ll look stuffed into them and will show off every part of your body. If you do have some that are too tight try wearing them under a dress with knee-high boots in the fall and winter. They’ll be warmer than tights and no one will know that they’re too small.

Wear them Appropriately

If you don’t want to go commando under your yoga leggings then make sure to invest in some thongs or full-coverage bikini underwear that will keep lines to a minimum. Nobody wants to see underwear lines and you’ll want to invest in undetectable underwear if possible. Also remember that as mainstream as yoga leggings are becoming, they’re not acceptable to wear to work. They’re perfect for class, lounging with friends, and running errands, but aren’t professional enough to wear in the office.

Accessorize

The best way to make your outfit look intentional is to accessorize. Don’t try to wear crazy-colored yoga leggings around town. Instead, pair a dark neutral color with a fun top, loud purse, and large sunglasses. In the summer a bright tank can offset the dark fabric of the leggings and will really pop.

If you follow these simple rules you can easily join in on the trend of wearing yoga leggings outside of the yoga studio. Just remember to invest in a high-quality pair that will last, make sure you don’t have inappropriate lines, and wear them with confidence!