- Absolutely every woman needs a good pair of black leggings in her closet - after all, what other piece in your wardrobe is as versatile?
- The best black leggings can be worn under a dress, with a sweater, to the gym, or on a plane.
- ADAY makes our favorite black leggings, but 2XU, Tommy John, Spanx, Girlfriend Collective, Uniqlo, and Athleta also make great ones.
It seems like there's always a different color trying to be the new black, but try as stylists might, no shade of ochre or crimson or teal will ever truly replace black. Even if imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, there's no way to imitate the sleek, simple, timeless aesthetic of the queen of all colors. And that's particularly the case when it comes to your favorite pair of leggings.
While you may occasionally want to spice up your leggings collection with some grays or blues or, yes, perhaps even hot pink, it seems difficult to imagine a world in which black leggings don't reign supreme.
When it comes to picking a great pair of black leggings, there are a few things you'll want to keep in mind. First and foremost, durability ought to sit at top of your list of priorities. A good pair of black leggings will be worn several times a month (if not week), and as such, will need to be able to stand up to both daily wear and tear as well as several cycles in the washing machine.
You'll also want to ensure that your leggings are easy to care for and won't lose their color. Nothing is sadder than a formerly black pair of leggings, so you'll want to find tights that can maintain their color.
And finally, the price point should be taken into consideration. While great leggings don't have to cost an arm and a leg, you may be willing to pay a bit more for black leggings that will last you more than a few months at a time.
Here are the best black leggings you can buy:
- Best black leggings overall: ADAY Leggings
- Best black exercise leggings: 2XU
- Best black lounge leggings: Tommy John
- Best black shaping leggings: Spanx Leggings
- Best size-inclusive black leggings: Girlfriend Collective Leggings
- Best affordable black leggings: Uniqlo Leggings
- Best black leggings for petite women: Athleta Leggings
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