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Every day is a leggings day

Our leggings have been through a lot over the past couple of years, with the gym kit staple getting more wear than ever before.

If you’re looking to introduce another pair into your rotation, ultra-comfy yoga pants would make a wise buy. Whether you’re a keen yogi or want to unwind and binge Bridgerton (new season incoming!), it's important to get a pair that fits well.

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When it comes to your yoga kit, from yoga mats to sports bras, it’s all about comfort and flex. You need leggings that don’t dig in anywhere, have smooth seams and are stretchy enough to get into tricky poses.

Soft fabric makes moving through your warrior poses more enjoyable, but it needs to be thick (so you don't flash the person behind you in class with every downward dog) and flexible (so your pigeon pose isn’t derailed by stiff leggings).

Note, they don’t tend to boast the same sweat-wicking credentials as leggings designed for high-impact workouts. So if you’re committed to raising your heart rate, you may want to consider a different style.

A panel of over 100 people put a range of yoga leggings from leading brands through their paces, assessing their design, fit, comfort and performance. We also carried out wash tests to see how well they cleaned up and whether they shrank in the washing machine.

Here’s our tried and tested edit of the best leggings for yoga.

In news that will surprise no one, our testers raved about these Lululemon yoga pants, with their seamless design and super-soft fabric earning them the top spot on our list.

They have a high quality feel and are comfortable to wear during sun-salutation through to savasana, with one tester even describing them as the 'comfiest leggings they’d ever worn'.

Perhaps pick a darker pair if you’re a hot yoga devotee, as sweat showed up more on the lighter colourways, but if you’re ready to invest, these should be your go-to pants.

Key specs Sizes: 0 to 20 (US sizes) Fabric: 81% nylon, 19% Lycra® elastane Pocket: Waistband Style: High waist

Shelling out on a pair of Lulus isn’t for everyone. If you’re after quality leggings at a lower price, this seamless design from Decathlon will suit you well.

You’ll get your money’s worth too, as our testers found the snug fit was comfortable enough for more than just their time on the mat; they wore them for everything from lifting to walking and said they were breathable and secure. They bunched a little at the front, but the waistband was supportive.

Key specs Sizes: XS to XL Fabric: 74% Polyester, 22% Polyamide and 4% Elastane Pocket: No Style: High waist and 7/8 length

For peace of mind beyond the studio, these leggings from sustainable and ethical activewear brand Girlfriend Collective use roughly 25 recycled water bottles to make each pair.

The fabric wasn’t the stretchiest, but the leggings didn’t gape or bunch for our testers, who found they had a great range of movement, too. The fit comes up small, so consider sizing up, but with two well-placed thigh pockets, they’re also a great pair for wearing out and about.

Key specs Sizes: XXS to 6XL Fabric: 79% RPET and 21% spandex Pocket: Two side pockets Style: High waist

High-end softness at an Amazon price? Um, yes please! These leggings are designed to affordably rival leading brands and their buttery fabric was a hit with testers, feeling luxe against their skin.

They had a great flex to them too, so testers could move easily through their practice. One tester even found they were cooling throughout a hot yoga sesh.

They are on the long side, so may not work if you’ve got shorter legs, and the waistband didn’t stay in place for everyone, but for under £30, they’re a steal.

Key specs Sizes: 6 to 18 Fabric: 71% Polyamide and 29% Elastane Pocket: Waistband Style: High waist

With no pesky seams to dig in and burst your zen, these leggings are a comfortable choice. The sustainable bamboo fabric (84% bamboo viscose and 12% recycled polyamide) is super soft and testers found it flexible and breathable.

There were no see-through patches either but the high-waisted design was a bit too high for shorter testers and we missed pockets when running errands.

Key specs Sizes: S to L Fabric: 84% bamboo viscose,12% recycled polyamide, 4% elastane Pocket: No Style: High waist

A peachy pair of pants, this offering from Sweaty Betty hugged testers’ bodies in all the right places and scored highly with petite and plus size testers alike.

The thick fabric stretched well and is ideal now that we’re heading into winter. The waistband received mixed reviews – it became tight after a while for some and fell down a tad for others. That said, most said they'd recommend them.

Key specs Sizes: XXS to XXL Fabric: 74% Polyester and 26% Elastane Pocket: Side pocket Style: High waist, available in 7/8 and full length

Slip into these leggings with minimal shimmying thanks to their stretchy fabric that impressed testers during low-impact workouts. They're opaque too, so no one will get an eyeful of your underwear.

However, fit reviews varied with the leggings moving around, gaping at the knees or bunching at the ankles for some. Testers found the waistband a bit low too, but it does contain a discrete in-built pocket so you can tuck your essentials safely away on the go – ideal!

Key specs Sizes: XS to XXL Fabric: At least 75% recycled polyester fibres Pocket: Waistband Style: High waist

Leggings are basically all we wear these days, and if you’re keen to freshen up your WFH uniform, this classic black pair is a true wardrobe staple.

Their flexible fabric fitted dreamily – no gaping, gathering or bunching – and true to size. They were squat-proof too. However, keep these for low-impact or lounging; testers found they weren’t the most comfortable when workouts got sweaty.

Key specs Sizes: 2XS to 2XL Fabric: 64% recycled polyester and 36% elastane interlock Pocket: No Style: High waist and 7/8 length

Christmas is coming, and if you’re looking for an extra-special pressie for the yogi in your life (or you want to treat yourself!) you can’t go far wrong with these high-end yoga pants.

The seamless design looks sleek and supported our testers well with its stretchy fabric and high waistband. They have good eco creds too – the independent brand uses recycled polyamide. Just check the sizing before you part with your cash though – testers found they were on the small side.

Key specs Sizes: XS - S to L - XL Fabric: 83% recycled polyamide, 17% elastane Pocket: No Style: High waist and 7/8 length