20 Best High-Waisted Leggings That Will Make You Look Good and Feel Even Better

More than 11,000 Amazon reviewers swear by these high-waisted leggings. Available in 10+ colors and designs, these leggings pair perfectly with any workout. The opaque fabric is designed with a four-way stretch and gives you maximum comfort as you move. They also have pockets on each side, where you can store your phone, keys, and wallet. 

“The bilateral side pockets carry my iPhone 7 well without falling down for my longer distant runs due to the higher reinforced waist,” one reviewer writes. “These fit perfectly.” 

When chilly weather hits, fleece-lined leggings will seal in heat to keep you warm. These versatile leggings feature an ultra-soft fleece lining on the inside and a stretchy polyester and spandex fabric on the outside to give you freedom of movement. The best part? One pair is just $10, and you can get a two-pack for under $15. Now that’s a steal! Layer these leggings under jeans or wear them on their own for your outdoor workouts. 

With over 43,000 raving reviews and a 4.3-star rating on Amazon, these Syrinx high-waisted leggings get a gold star. Available in 20 shades and designs, they work for any type of activity. The polyester and spandex blend is designed to give you freedom of movement no matter what you’re doing. The best part? These high-waisted leggings have a wide elastic band that will help hold in your tummy and contour your curves.

These buttery soft leggings are a godsend for pregnant women and moms who recently gave birth. The high waistband not only goes over your belly comfortably, but it helps keep everything lifted and supported. With just the right amount of flex, these leggings can be worn for working out or lounging around your home. 

“As a new mom, I love how they have a wide waistband that sits right at my belly button area, which helps hold in everything!” writes one reviewer.

Okay yes, these leggings blew up on Tiktok as the “booty famous leggings,” and after trying them out myself, all I can say is hurry up and add it to your shopping cart! These high-waisted scrunched leggings are proven to make your butt look nice thanks to their sculpting and scrunched effect. Available in 25+ colors, they also feature a textured, quick-drying fabric that feels super lightweight. 

If you’re a tall woman, these are your best bet. “I bought two pairs, one over the ankle and one stirrup. The over the ankle pair are amazingly long,” one reviewer wrote. Designed with a wide elastic waistband and a figure-hugging fit, these high-waisted leggings give you the best of both worlds. Whether you’re climbing up a steep hill or practicing sun salutations in yoga, they will help you move freely while keeping everything else compressed and in control.

It shouldn’t be surprising that Lululemon’s Align leggings are on this list. The Pant II has the same soft fabric as the original, but according to reviewers, it’s more snug in the legs, giving you a better compression fit around your calves.  

Eleni Grove, a CorePower Yoga instructor in Washington D.C., raves about them: “They hit my leg tightly at the exact point above the ankle, which makes for long-looking legs and no fuss at the bottom of your pants,” she says. “Where they hit on my waist accentuates the top part of my abs, which makes it ideal for all body types.”

These wide-leg pants are so incredibly comfortable that you’ll want to wear them all day. The high waist and flare at the bottom help elongate your legs and lends a slimming effect. Choose from 16 fun patterns and solid colors to mix and match with your outfit.

“I got a size large, and these pants fit me perfectly! It is normally hard for me to find pants that fit and I was afraid of ordering online in case it would be too long or tight,” one reviewer wrote. “I highly recommend them to curvy women, as these fit amazing, especially around the thighs.”

These multi-sport, high-waisted leggings come in 24 colors and prints, making them super easy to pair with all kinds of outfits. Its super stretchy fabric is soft to the touch, and it includes pockets and flattering seams to help give your butt a sculpted look. We also love that it’s designed with sweat-wicking material to help you dry off quickly after a sweaty workout. “I just went out for a run in these leggings with my key in the back pocket, my phone in the side pocket, and everything stayed put,” wrote one reviewer. “Who could ask for anything more?!”

These leggings are not only body sculpting, but their soft fabric and Dri-FIT technology allow you to stay comfortable and dry while running errands, as well as during high-intensity activity. They’re lightweight and made with at least 50% recycled polyester fibers, and feature mesh at the calf that lets your skin breathe when your body temperature starts to rise.

“The Nike fit pro 365 line is my favorite,” says Miller. “It’s very stretchy, breathable, and contours to my body. It also gives me a flattering shape no matter if I gain five pounds or lose it.”

These laid-back but fitted leggings look great with basically anything you wear. The high-waisted style gives you a snug fit while the minimalist design makes these leggings easy to style. They’re made from a cotton and elastane fabric blend which makes them ideal to move around in. Wear them for working out or dress them down in place of jeans. 

An Adidas reviewer said: “I’m really pleased with these leggings. I purchased them for comfort to wear while lounging and doing stuff around the house on a lazy Sunday. And these fit the bill perfectly.”

For high-waisted leggings with the ultimate tummy control, go for this pair from Spanx. It sculpts and provides coverage for the waist, thighs, and hips. With an ankle-length cut, these leggings can also be worn as tights for layering with oversize sweaters and jeans. “I absolutely love these leggings,” wrote one reviewer. “They are thick so you don’t have to worry about them being sheer, they don’t roll down, and are so flattering.”

When you’re pounding a bag with jabs, crosses, and hooks, the last thing you want to do is stop to adjust your leggings. Bebe Ding, trainer and co-founder of CruBox, a boxing gym based in Los Angeles, is the happy owner of more than 10 pairs of Lululemon’s original Align leggings. They’re made with sweat-wicking fabric and have a pocket at the waistband to hold your keys and debit card.

“They’re buttery soft and feel like a second skin,” Ding says. “I love that they’re breathable, unlike many leggings that feel like plastic and they are available in capris or longer lengths for those who are taller.”

HIIT workouts can leave you soaking in sweat, but these high-waisted leggings made with premium performance fabric from a renowned Italian mill will help keep you cool and dry. The sweat-wicking material is entirely opaque and offers a compression fit while still being flexible. This way, everything stays in place while you’re doing jump squats and burpees. And they’re available in both ankle and regular length which makes it great for petite and tall women alike. 

Gymshark is an activewear brand that many fitness influencers swear by and after wearing their vital seamless 2.0 leggings, you’ll understand the hype. Constructed to support and promote confidence, these leggings offer a high-waisted contoured fit, a supportive ribbed waistband, and it’s made with sweat-wicking fabric, which works wonders at absorbing sweat.

“I highly recommend these leggings for a comfortable and stretchy fit,” wrote one reviewer. “It’s well worth your hard-earned dollar bills.”

These leggings feature a unique Powervita fabric that’s designed to keep you focused on your workout without any type of distraction (no tugging, pulling, or sliding down anywhere). 

“I love these leggings so much! They have great stretch and coverage,” wrote one reviewer. “I had to buy more and they help with my mom pooch area, which is a huge plus for me because there aren’t really any leggings out there that can do that for me.”

Nike is the go-to sportswear brand for Olympians and everyday people alike. So you can trust that any pick from the brand will be worth purchasing, like these high-waisted Infinalon leggings. The leggings are designed with Nike’s special buttery-soft Infinalon fabric which gives you a compressive feel while keeping you dry during your workout. It feels thinner, lighter, and is designed with minimal seams for an overall smooth feel. 

With all of the pulses and isometric holds in Pilates and barre, you’re going to want a pair of compression tights that’ll hold everything in–and these Alo leggings are a good pick. They have a four-way stretch for a move-with-you feel, moisture-wicking odor-resistant material, and a front-smoothing panel for commando comfort (wink wink). Plus, it’s designed to uniquely flatter every size.

Beyond Yoga says these high-waisted leggings are the softest, comfiest pair of leggings you’ll ever wear, and based on their stellar customer reviews, we’re inclined to agree. Created with no outside seams and supportive compression, these leggings give off a flawless silhouette and offer moisture-wicking breathability, so you can happily wear them while lounging about or while running errands. Bonus: Every style produced is wear-tested by their in-house team to ensure the best fit. 

“I nominate these for pandemic leggings of the year,” wrote one customer. “These are beyond comfortable. They’re soft but still have a good amount of stretch and hold up to regular washing.”

And we stand by that review. These fitted Ronda stirrup leggings are exactly what you need if you’re looking for leggings that offer 100% security. The stirrups that go underneath hug the curves of your feet well and allows you to get an overall secured fit. We also love that they're made from a soft, sweat-wicking antimicrobial fabric that will keep you feeling cool and collected while moving around.