PSA: Lululemon's Align Leggings With Pockets Will *Actually* Change Your Life

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Lululemon leggings are a necessary life investment – like car insurance or a laptop (we’re exaggerating...kind of). But once you budget, save, research, and finally feel your legs cradled in the loving embrace of those cushy leggings, all worries about buyer's guilt is wiped from your mind, because those babies are soooo worth it.

But why the slightly higher price point? It's because they're not just any leggings. According to a Lululemon press rep, "We have always and will continue to price our products based on a commitment to the value of fit, functionality, premium materials and detail, craftsmanship and technology." Basically, these are the Holy Grail of leggings created with top-quality material, which yes, costs a little bit more than your average, see-through Polyester/Spandex blend.

Don't just take their word for it, though. Search "Lululemon leggings" on Twitter and you'll see endless variations of this tweet: "I bought two pairs of lululemon leggings and i don’t regret it one bit these things feel like i’m not wearing pants and i look like a SNACK 🍟." They speak only facts, y'all.

So now that we've talked pricing – which ones should you buy? Well, we talked to Lululemon super fans and employees. We also tapped Abby Chan, MS, RDN, RYT, co-owner of EVOLVE Flagstaff in Flagstaff, Arizona, and Sarah Randall, a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor, who shared their take on their favorite pairs. Plus, we tried a few (ok, a LOT of) pairs ourselves, to select the top 10 best Lululemon leggings from their website. Shop them all, ahead.

Our Top Picks

Align High-Rise Pant 25"

You know how you've got categories of leggings? There are the leggings you run outside in, the leggings you run inside in, the leggings you sleep in, and then the dressy, wear-as-pants leggings you wear to class. The Align Pant will be your top pick for all of the above. They're the perfect pair of wear-everywhere leggings you've been searching for your entire life – the kind you put on and say "Ok, now I get why people pay $100 for these."

These are my personal favorites (seriously, I have like eight pairs), because they're Lululemon's softest design. They feel so light on your skin, it's almost like wearing a cloud. Lycra is woven into the fabric, which means they won't stretch out no matter how many times you wear them and they feel buttery soft to the touch. "I literally live in these. I love them for teaching yoga [and] lounging around," Chan says. "They are available in a variety of different lengths and sizes so that they are available for all bodies."

Aligns are meant for low-impact activities, like yoga or, you know, not moving from your couch for an entire season of Never Have I Ever. The $98 price tag is 100% worth it, but if you're looking to save, you can shop certain colors on sale for $69.

Base Pace High-Rise Tight 25"

These babies are made of a super high-quality yet thin material, making them perfect for avoiding chafing and general discomfort during distance running. One reviewer wrote, "I only run in Lululemon leggings as they’re the only ones that actually stay up![...] No chafing, waistband stays put, and the material feels like butter!"

Gone are the days of tugging at loose waistbands and trying to get your leggings to stay put — just note that some reviewers say these run small when selecting your size.

Align High Rise Pant with Pockets 25"

The release I'd been waiting for since the moment I put on my first pair of Lululemon leggings: ALIGNS. WITH. POCKETS. The gods of athleisure answered our prayers, modifying the bestselling style with roomy side pockets. And when I say 'pockets,' I mean the real fit-your-phone-and-then-some pockets that womens' fashion generally lacks. Wearers agreed in the reviews: "I vow not to buy anymore without the thigh pockets," one customer wrote.

The only difference between these and the classic Aligns are an added side seam that tbh, you can't even feel. Apart from that, these offer the exact same touchable fabric and fun colorways. You can shop this absolutely *thrilling* update in regular, cropped, and bike short styles – all with those hold-everything pockets.

Wunder Train High-Rise Tight 25"

Wunder Under Leggings are great for low-impact workouts, like yoga or weight-lifting, but if you're looking for a tight that can take on sprints and spin class, their sister leggings are it. You get all the softness of the Wunder, with compression that has reviewers raving. "I wore them for a SoulCycle class and they [held] up fantastic with minimal visible sweat!," one individual wrote.

The Wunder Train will keep you feeling compact, but not so much that they will chafe your knee pits (you know that happens). "Even though the Wunder Trains are great for compression and feel snug against your skin, they also allow for full range of movement," Randall adds.

Fast and Free High-Rise Tight 25"

You can wear these babies to school, but they were built to absorb spin class-levels of sweat. Even though they're a long pant, the Fast and Free is famed for the cool-feeling fabric that keeps you from getting too hot, not matter how intense your fitness grind. "The comfort is bar none. Cold or hot weather it always feels and looks amazing," one customer reviewed.

"They are silky smooth, perfectly stretchy, and have handy pockets in the waistband, as well as side pockets if you're on the go, or need snacks for long adventures," Chan adds. "I love running, skiing, and lifting in them." If you're looking for a slick liquid legging you can go hard in, add this pair to your cart now.

All the Right Places High-Rise Drawcord Waist Crop 23"

If you haven't heard of these workout tights before, it's because they're a special online exclusive only available at Lululemon.com. At $118, they're a bit more pricey than some of the brand's other options, but that's because they're high-quality workout leggings made for dedicated athletes. The thick, Luxtreme fabric offers a full-coverage fit, with a smooth, cool feel. No matter how hard you push yourself, you'll never get overheated in these tights.

The All the Right Places Pant fully lives up to its name, with flattering seams that support and uplift in allll the right places, but also keep your muscles stabilized. "I love the lack of seam down the front, and the side seams produce a slimming effect that gets me compliments every time I wear it," one customer emphasized in reviews.

Align High-Rise Crop 17"

That’s right, there are multiple iterations of Lululemon’s bestselling Align pant. This version offers not one, not two, but *three* cropped lengths — 17 inches, 21 inches, and 23 inches. Just like the OG Align, these leggings are incredibly soft and are designed with stretchy Lycra fibers so you can buy with the peace of mind that they'll never lose their shape. Plus, they have pockets! A discreet compartment in the waistband can comfortably hold a card or keys.

"I basically live in these leggings. I especially love the softness and the waistband which lays flat without a seam at the top of the band," one customer reviewed.

Swift Speed High-Rise Tight 28"

Swift Speed leggings are specifically designed for running with speed, made with a sweat-wicking, breathable, oh-so-stretchy Luxtreme fabric. Convenient drop-in side pockets and a zippered back compartment allow you to easily store your phone, keys, or even a mid-run, energy-boosting snack. The material is ultra smooth and cool to the touch, making these the perfect warm-weather legging option.

Reviewers rave over their fit, with one customer commenting, "If you are looking for leggings that will not fall down at all when running, these are the best! They stay right above my belly button and I did not have to touch them once on a 5 mile run."

Randall echoed the same sentiment: "What I like about these pants is they have a little rib at the top which ensures that they won't slip down. I wouldn't do yoga in these — they just aren't soft enough for me — but they'd be great for any cardio or strength-based movement!"

InStill High-Rise Tight 25"

Crafted with SmoothCover, which is Lululemon's proprietary second-skin, super lightweight fabric, the Instill is perfect for pulling off even the most challenging yoga poses. But they're still extremely breathable and moisture-wicking, so don't worry if you break a major sweat.

Customers love that these boast the buttery softness of the Align, but provide a bit more compression. "The lines are wildly flattering, supportive, and offer more coverage than the classic Align," Chan says. "This makes them great for all body shapes and sizes so that you can feel confident moving in them."

Invigorate High-Rise Tight 25"

If Aligns are the high-comfort pants you lounge in, Invigorate Leggings are the high-comfort ones you work out in. "TO DIE FOR!!!," as one customer reviewed. They serve up a silky smooth, cool feel on the inside and a velvety touch on the outside. The fabric is cushy and satisfyingly thick, so you'll never have an accidental-see-through-butt situation. With extra compression, they hold up against intense workouts.

These tights are specifically formulated for training, so they emphasize stretch and Lululemon's fastest moisture-wicking technology. Honestly, though, these are worth it for the phone pockets alone.

Groove Super-High-Rise Flared Pant Nulu

Yoga pants are the latest mid-2000s trend making a comeback, and the Groove Flared Pant is the style you need to *immediately* add to cart. It's important to note that the leggings are very high rise, measuring 32.5 inches in length, which some customers say is perfect for tall girls. "Love the shaping high waist and the flared leg provides nice contour shape," one person commented.

The Groove is made with Lululemon's lightweight Nulu fabric, and is ideal for a low-impact workout or just lounging around the house. If you're headed out, go purse-free, thanks to the legging's waistband pocket that can hold your card and keys.

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