REASONS TO BUY
Soft material
Stretchy
REASONS TO AVOID
No shaping or compression
Thick elastic band at the waist
Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft Review
These leggings are lightweight but the material is on the thin side and didn't provide the support we were looking for
Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft
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Price: $25 List
By Cam McKenzie Ring ⋅ Senior Review Editor ⋅ Mar 20, 2022
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Our Verdict
The Yogalicious High-Waist is a wallet-friendly pair relative to other options we tested. We've included several new lower-priced styles into our line-up for our updated review to see if there really is a difference between the more affordable and more expensive pairs. While we can't say that the higher-priced leggings are four times better than the Yogalicious pair, they often score substantially higher in our tests thanks to a good combination of support and breathability. The Yogalicious pair is thin and soft, but it doesn't offer much shaping and isn't as comfortable either. While they won't feel restrictive during your yoga practice, we have found better options in this price range that you can look at instead.
Our Analysis and Test Results
The Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft is made with a soft but thin 86% Polyester/14% Spandex blend. Many color choices are available, and it comes in XS to XL sizes.
Performance Comparison
This inexpensive pair is lightweight and breathable, but the material doesn't give you any compression or shaping.
Credit: Martina Zandonella
Breathability
The material on the Ultrasoft is very thin and, by nature, somewhat breathable, but they do retain moisture and take longer to dry than other lightweight pairs. We wore them to class, got a little sweaty, and then went home and noticed that we were still feeling the moisture in the pant almost an hour later. The color we tested darkens up considerably, which you'll want to keep in mind when selecting which color to purchase.
This legging is available in lots of color options, but be wary if you sweat a lot as they change color distinctly when wet.
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Ease of Movement
We were able to bend and twist with ease in this pair of leggings. The material is stretchy and didn't impede us at all.
The thin material stretches well and it didn't limit our stretches.
Credit: Martina Zandonella
Comfort and Fit
The material on these leggings is super soft, and we wanted to give it a high mark for this category. However, the thick elastic at the waist was a big drawback for us, and it impacted our comfort, particularly in forward bends. We weren't too thrilled with the fit of this pair. Perhaps it was because we could see all of our flaws through the soft and thin material! It didn't do anything to help shape or define our rear.
The waistband has a thick elastic, which isn't the most comfortable thing to wear around your waist all day.
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Durability
Online user reviews of the Yogalicious are full of reports of them arriving in the mail with a hole already in them or getting one after very little wear. We can see why — the material is very thin and almost fragile feeling. While we didn't notice any holes during our testing period, we would wear this pair cautiously and not use it for hiking or other activities where it might get snagged easily.
The High-Waist Ultrasoft is a good option for those people who don't like or need a lot of compression from their yoga pants. If you prefer to feel unencumbered in class, these might be the perfect ones for you.
If you don't like, want, or need a lot of compression from your yoga leggings, these might be the perfect pair for you.
Credit: Martina Zandonella
Should You Buy the Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft?
The Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft is indeed an ultra-soft pair of yoga leggings. If you like to live in yoga pants, these may work for you because of how soft and comfortable the material is. However, they have some flaws that made them not score very high in our tests, like the thick elastic at the waist and the lack of compression and support. For those who are looking for the best yoga pants to wear for a committed yoga practice, or other high-intensity workouts, this is not our first recommendation.
What Other Yoga Pants Should You Consider?
These pants retail across a range but are generally on the more affordable side of the spectrum. While we like the lower price point, they didn't perform as well as some more expensive pairs like the Alo Yoga High-Waist Airbrush. We understand that not everyone wants to spend $100 on a pair of leggings, and for a better option in this price bracket, check out the ColorfulKoala High Waisted Brushed.
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Cam McKenzie Ring
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