Carrie Bradshaw had shoes. We have black leggings. We know, we know, a shopping guide of fifteen long, black beauties – the workout world’s equivalent to the Little Black Dress – might seem, well, excessive. Why would you possibly need so many variations on the same black pant? The answer is simple. You just do. From laser-cut leg panels to functional yogawear, here are our essential essentials:
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Overdid it on the mashed potatoes and gravy? Slip into these life-changing leggings before your next workout to do away with any feelings of guilt: they’ve got Spanx-like shapewear in the lining!
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To say we’re obsessed with these LBLs by Citizens Of Humanity’s new activewear line (yes, really!) is an understatement. The leather lines+ zippered ankle make these our new fave fall staple.
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Shine bright like a diamond in these on-trend LBLs, whose silhouette-defining satin panels create long lines you’ll want to sport in they gym and on the town alike.
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Splurge-worthy. With a $900 price tag, these are definitely the Rolls Royce of the LBL. If you’re going for extravagant glam, these stirrup Fendi stems are the way to go.
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Designer duds aren’t just for dates! Give your gym ‘fit a high-end makeover with these superpowered LBLs by Alexander Wang – a fit fashionista’s dream.
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Lucas Hugh was on top of the fitness fashion trend way before it became a thing – and these simple stunners are sweat-meets-style at its finest. Breathable, beautiful, and breathless-sprint ready.
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Not gonna lie, compression tights are our BFFs this time of year. These black-as-night LBLs hug close to the bod so you can feel cool and confident no matter what kind of craziness the holidays bring!
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We’re so excited about these fun, 80’s-inspired yoga LBLs, which take us back to the days of jamming to Jane Fonda VHS tapes in the living room…
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The LBLs that started our obsession with luxe leggings. Pair these mesh cutout leggings with a pair of biker boots apres workout and you’re instantly happy hour ready.
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Think Sandy from Grease, post-makeover…when she challenges Rizzo to a spin class. These leggings have shine for days and give just the right amount of sass.
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If those crazy Fendi leggings are the Rolls Royce of leggings, these Wunder Unders – the original LBLs – are like the fitnesswear VW Jetta. Simple and versatile, we own multiples.
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The queen bee of printed leggings also makes the staples! These black beauties have a mesh panel down the sides for extra ventilation and style to boot.
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These unique LBLs from Planet Blue’s new activewear line are just the right amount of girly, with intricate + delicate panels cascading down the sides.
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These compression leggings will help you rock the colorblock trend in an oh-so-subtle way: the grey/black combo creates contours right where you want ’em.
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Mesh, zippers, panels for days, waterproof fabric – these frisky Moto Leggings are just as high-tech as your cycle class at Flywheel.
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