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The best yoga pants need to do more than just look good. For yoga practitioners, it’s never a good sign when halfway through class, your pants begin to slide down your waist or scrunch up around your ankles. Yoga is often a meditative practice that’s about connecting your body and mind, so it’s best not to plague yourself with annoying distractions. And with the new year upon us, what better time to reset your routines and invest in some fresh workout gear to keep you motivated?
The best yoga pants may differ in style, but their purpose is to become almost unnoticeable—to let you enjoy your practice without thinking about what you’re wearing. The same can be said for any occasion—mat not required!—when you’re wearing yoga pants.
What you may think of as traditional yoga pants (or flared leggings, thanks to TikTok) may be a pair of slim, stretchy, flared pants. But, in truth, yoga pants come in a myriad of styles. There are black leggings, which hug your legs to the ankle, and flared iterations. There are neutral hues, bright colors, and even eye-catching prints. And, while spandex may be a familiar material, cotton with a slight stretch can be a worthy choice for working out too.
Ahead, you’ll find a breakdown of 24 of the best yoga pants that we’ve tested and can vouch for. Since these labels also have long lists of celebrity fans, know that you’ll be in good company, even if you’re doing a quick 10-minute flow at home alone. The time is now.
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Alo Yoga has a long list of celebrity fans, and for good reason. Its minimal-yet-cool take on athleisure has become the LA uniform.
- Why we love It: The bootcut silhouette is a throwback to the early ’00s and still feels particularly of the moment today when worn with a matching crop top.
- Fabric: Polyester and spandex
- Endorsed By: Kendall Jenner, an Alo ambassador, is often snapped wearing Alo head-to-toe. Hailey Bieber is another noted fan.
Free People’s activewear spinoff FP movement offers trendy takes on comfy sportswear that are both cute and ultra-wearable.
- Why We Love It: For an everyday legging that you can easily wear from workout to casual errands, these are the pants to slide into.
- Fabric: 79% polyamide, 21% elastane
- Endorsed By: Selena Gomez and Kaia Gerber are fans of the brand’s trendy pieces.
If you prefer styles with a fitted legging silhouette, you’ll find plenty of options from Girlfriend Collective. The brand is also environmentally focused with a recycling program that allows you to return your leggings when you’re finished with them.
- Why we love them: These high-rise leggings put versatility first. Sizes range from XXS-6XL, there are eight different colors to choose from, and you can even decide between two different inseam lengths. If you like having options, these are the leggings for you.
- Fabric: 83% recycled plastic bottles (RPET) and 17% spandex
- Endorsed By: This colorful brand has been worn by Kerry Washington and Paloma Elsesser.
NYC-based designer Tory Burch has built a fashion empire creating classic, preppy staples with a modern and elevated twist. No surprise, her sportswear fits right in line with the rest of her work.
- Why we love It: This style is a continual best-seller for a reason. It’s simple, with a distinctive design twist that feels unique to the brand.
- Fabric: 82% Tactel nylon, 18% elastane
- Endorsed By: A wide range of celebs are friends of the brand, from Ariana Grande to Sofia Richie to Kate Middle.
This L.A.-based sportswear brand is great for those who like to head straight from their final shavasana to brunch. Pieces can easily be dressed up or down and are designed to keep you comfortable all day long.
- Why we love It: The super soft fabric will feel like butter against your skin. Once you slide these on, you may not want to take them off again.
- Fabric: 81% nylon and 19% spandex
- Endorsed By: Models like Elsa Hosk and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have been spotted in the brand’s leggings.
As one of the world’s premiere sportswear brands, you can count on Nike to create clothes that are equal parts comfortable and cool.
- Why we love It: These long leggings have cuffed ankles that can be pulled over your feet for extra support and grip.
- Fabric: 78-83% polyester, 17-22% spandex.
- Endorsed By: From pro athletes to actresses and influencers—Nike is ubiquitous.
As the L.A. label’s moniker might suggest, this brand can take your yoga practice to the next level with clothes designed to enhance your time on the mat.
- Why we love It: The brand’s signature Spacedye fabric has just the right amount of stretch.
- Fabric: 87% Polyester, 13% Lycra
- Endorsed By: Jennifer Lopez and Hailey Bieber are both fans of the label.
Madewell may be best known for its denim, but the beloved basics brand also has a strong offering of sportswear—for tennis, running, and yoga.
- Why we love It: These comfy leggings are designed out of recycled materials—specifically, 18 water bottles, according to their website.
- Fabric: 79% recycled polyester, 21% spandex
- Endorsed By: Over the years, a wide range of celebrities, from Carey Mulligan to Cate Blanchet, have been spotted in the brand.
Often considered the brand that kicked off the original yoga pants craze, Vancouver-based Lululemon is still creating the classics you love.
- Why we love It: These pants are made in the brand’s Nulu fabric which is lightweight, silky soft, and super breathable.
- Fabric: 81% Nylon, 19% Lycra elastane
- Endorsed By: Meghan Markle and Selena Gomez have worn the brand’s comfy leggings.
Fans of Vuori’s ultra-popular Performance Jogger likely need no introduction to the brand, however, for those who want to embrace laidback California living, this label delivers easy and effortless pieces. Case in point: This sleek pair with a subtle flare and four-way stretch for seamless movement through your Sun Salutation sequences.
- Why we love It: Soft to the touch, the ultra-breathable, moisture-wicking material is as comfortable as it gets.
- Fabric: 72% polyester, 18% elastane
- Endorsed By: Gwyneth Paltrow, Vanessa Hudgens
Marysia started as a celeb-beloved swim line, but has added exercise pieces into its lineup. They’re comfy, but always with a fashion-forward edge.
- Why we love It: Scalloped hems are a playful detail that make these leggings an everyday favorite.
- Fabric: 92% Q-NOVA® recycled polyamide, 8% elastane
- Endorsed By: Jessica Alba and Alicia Vikander have been spotted in the brand before.
Australians are known for their playful, bold sense of style. For this Aussie label, trend-forward design makes working out feel especially fun.
- Why we love It: A sleek everyday legging that’s designed to be styled with all of your favorite basics.
- Fabric: 85% polyamide, 15% elastane
- Endorsed By: Dua Lipa and Mindy Kaling have posted photos in the brand’s matching sets.
This Australian label marries performance and playfulness with lots of color throughout the collection.
- Why we love It: These compression leggings offer support for your practice without sacrificing comfort.
- Fabric: 76% polyester, 24% elastane
- Endorsed By: Elle Fanning and Margot Robbie count among the brand’s many fans.
If you’re a fan of getting outdoors, Prana is a label that specializes not only in gear for yoga, but also for life outside.
- Why we love It: These super soft leggings will keep you comfortable through class and beyond.
- Fabric: 76% recycled nylon, 24% elastane
- Endorsed By: Katie Holmes has worn this label’s comfy staples.
For those who think workouts shouldn’t be so serious, Outdoor Voices make clothes that are fun to wear. The brand’s leggings work for yoga, hiking, or even just hanging out at home.
- Why we love it: Outdoor Voices’ super-soft flow leggings are perfect for a yoga class where you’ll be moving, twisting, and inverting.
- Fabric: Freeform fabric
- Endorsed by: The colorful brand is beloved by celebs including Laura Harrier, Sophie Turner, and Lorde.
For those whose style skews a bit more minimalist, this luxe London-based label is worth your consideration.
- Why we love it: These super high-waisted leggings will keep you supported as you move through your yoga practice.
- Fabric: 90% Polyamide, 10% Elastane
- Endorsed by: Model Paloma Elsesser has been spotted in the brand.
NYC-based label Live The Process creates activewear essentials that have a refined and comfortable feel so each piece feels special.
- Why we love it: The four-way stretch and wide waistband are comfortable, while cutouts add a touch of edginess.
- Fabric: 90% Spandex, 10% Lycra
- Endorsed By: The brand is a favorite among NYC models with fans including Cameron Bird and Bar Rafaeli.
If you love the minimal Scandinavian aesthetic, then Anine Bing is a brand to consider. It marries the simple elegance of Scandi style with a relaxed L.A. attitude.
- Why We Love It: The compression fabric makes these leggings great for hot yoga classes when you’re looking to get your sweat on.
- Fabric: 74% Polyamide, 26% Elastane
- Endorsed By: Alessandra Ambrosio often wears pieces from the brand, and it has also been spotted on everyone from Cara Delevigne to Lucy Hale.
This Scandi brand is known for its bold colors and playful silhouettes.
- Why we love It: A pop of neon green gives these leggings a retro-cool twist.
- Fabric: 75% recycled polyamide, 25% elastane
- Endorsed By: From Iris Apatow to Offset, celebs love the brand’s bold designs.
This female-founded activewear label is inspired by the long history of sportswear in the U.S. It’s also worth noting that 80% percent of pieces are produced in their California factory.
- Why We Love It: The ribbed fabric is extra stretchy and moves easily with you as you go through your flow.
- Fabric: Nylon, spandex
- Endorsed By: Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner have both worn the brand’s comfy bottoms.
Performance leggings — styles made with moisture-wicking and movement in mind, are ideal for days when you can’t help but sweat the small stuff. On Running was launched by a former decathlon champion, so it puts function top of mind.
- Why we love It: These high-concept leggings are designed for comfort when running, so they have all kinds of clever details like a pocket for your phone.
- Fabric: 65% Recycled Polyamide, 35% Elastane
- Endorsed By: Zendaya has been spotted in the brand, and both tennis champion Roger Federer and Loewe have been collaborators.
Varley was first founded in 2015 by husband and wife Lara and Ben Mead. The brand sticks to simple, fashion-minded designs that are easy to dress up or down. For the days when you have post-yoga plans, the brand’s mix and match ethos is ideal.
- Why we love It: These simple leggings offer a pop of color, but can be styled back to a chunky sweater or cute oversized tee without feeling overly sporty.
- Fabric: 75% recycled polyester, 25% elastane
- Endorsed By: Varley has collabed with French fashion label Maje, and been worn by Lily Collins and Sienna Miller.
The ongoing collaboration between sportswear giant Adidas and vegan fashion label Stella McCartney has long attracted a famous following. Thanks in part, no doubt, to the fact that McCartney is a celebrity in her own right.
- Why we love It: The simple silhouette, which hits just above the ankle, comes with a coordinated sports bra for a cool studio look.
- Fabric: 64% Modal, 27% Recycled Polyester, 9% Elastane Interlock
- Endorsed By: In addition to McCartney herself, fans include Jennifer Aniston and Karlie Kloss.
In-the-know exercisers turn to District Vision for a cool kid aesthetic matched with performance mentality. The brand makes a wide breadth of stylish workout wear, including their beloved sunglasses.
- Why we love It: Simple, sleek, and to the point. These leggings could work for yoga or a long run — plus, they’re easy to style with a fleece and your favorite casual sneakers.
- Fabric: 73% Polyamide, 27% Elastane
- Endorsed By: Elsa Hosk is frequently sported in the brand.