Enter the Nike Luxe Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings, which felt like a second skin, with buttery soft material. I never wanted to take them off; I did yoga in them, I went for runs in them, I worked in them … I may have even slept in them once or twice. I quickly realized that my life was significantly worse when they were dirty, so I bought multiple pairs. Two years into the pandemic, a lot of aspects of my life have started to feel more normal—but I’m still wearing these leggings all the time. Curious about what makes them so great? Read on.
What are the Nike Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings?
The Nike Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings are high-waisted, sculpting, and non-sheer (meaning that although they’re thin, you can’t see through the material!). They use Nike’s Infinalon fabric, which uses finer yarn than spandex for a more comfortable—yet supportive—feel, without the restriction that traditional spandex tends to create. In other words, you’ll get a lot of support without the tightness. These leggings are available in six different colors including Heather Gray, Black, Royal Pulse, Bronze Eclipse, Violet Ore, and Redstone. While these are technically yoga leggings, I’ve worn them for more high-impact workouts, too. I’ve worn them on runs, on the Peloton, and in HIIT classes—and I can confidently say that they hold up well in those settings and don’t get too hot. Also, because they’re so thin, I was able to wear them under my jeans all winter, and they kept my legs warm and stopped them from getting too dry and flaky.
What do the sizing and price tag look like?
The Nike Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings cost $90, and they’re available in sizes XXS through 2XL (up to size 22) making them very size-inclusive and more affordable than a lot of other leggings on the market.
How do they compare to Lululemon Aligns?
I know what you’re thinking: Aren’t Lululemon Aligns the best leggings out there? While I understand why the Aligns have the cult following they do (and I wore them when I was pregnant), I actually find the Nike Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings to be a better everyday legging. The fabric is a bit thinner and softer—it feels like a second skin—and these leggings are actually slightly less expensive than the Aligns (the Aligns range from $98-$118), and Nike’s leggings are a bit more size-inclusive: They go up to size 22, while the Aligns only go up to size 20.
Is there anyone they might not be a fit for?
If you’re someone who likes to get a really hard workout in every day—maybe you’re a marathon runner or do CrossFit, for example—these might not be the ideal workout leggings for you. While supportive, there are definitely more supportive leggings out there, so if you’re someone who likes to get a hard workout in on a daily basis, you might want to opt for leggings with a bit more support and made with more a sweat-wicking material.
The final verdict
If you’re looking for a top-notch everyday leggings that will double as long underwear and running pants, look no further than the Nike Yoga Dri Fit Luxe Leggings. And trust me, once you buy one pair, you’ll end up adding a few more pairs to your cart. Next up: 20 Best No-Show Socks
