There are so many different types of womens leggings that it can be hard to know where to start. That's why we've created this definitive guide to buying womens leggings so that you can find what works best for you and your needs.

Womens gym leggings

The leggings you buy will be dependant on your goals and current training style. When it comes to gym leggings, there's plenty of choice and you don't need to worry so much about performance, instead focusing on appearance and style.

The Sundried Infinity Leggings feature drop-in side pockets for practicality and convenience so you can take your phone with you when you run and access it easily without the need to stop. Sundried's seamless gym leggings are high waisted so they will cinch your waist and you can wear them with just a sports bra or crop top if you like. They are made with sweat-wicking fabrics so the harder you work at the gym, the more they perform. They don't feature pockets or reflective trim so they are best for gym workouts and are simple enough to be perfect for low impact exercise like walking or yoga. 

What To Look For In Gym Leggings:

• Fashionable and stylish
• Seamless
• Comfortable
• Flexible
• Flattering
• Simple
• Sweat-wicking

Womens running leggings

When it comes to running leggings, you need a product that will perform at a high level and will stay comfortable as the miles tick over. There's nothing worse than heading out for a long run but having to turn back early because your leggings are driving you mad by slipping down or riding up. Your running leggings also need to have pockets for your valuables and reflective trim for running at night. 

What To Look For In Running Leggings:

• Pockets for valuables
• Reflective trim for running in low light
• Adjustable drawstring waist so they don't slip down
• Technical qualities for performance

For more in depth information about buying running leggings, read our Guide To Buying Running Tights.

Black leggings

Everyone needs their staple pair of black leggings. The worst thing is buying a pair and then discovering they go see-through when you bend over due to cheap or thin material. That's why it's important to read reviews and to invest in a quality pair of black leggings made from premium materials. 

The original Sundried Ruinette Tights are made from a more elastic material for more freedom of movement. The comfortable fabric won't restrict your movement but is thick enough to stay opaque no matter how much you move and bend. With a drawstring to the waist you can personalise the fit and there's a discreet pocket at the back for storing your valuables. 

Capri leggings

Capri leggings are a typed of cropped legging which are perfect for training in warmer weather. If you don't want to wear heavy, thick gym tights, you'll definitely want to invest in a good pair of cropped leggings. Most sportswear brands will have a cropped version of their long leggings, like the Sundried Ruinette Capris which take all the best features of the Ruiniette 2.0 Leggings and put them in a cropped legging. They come in black and blue so they will match most stylish exercise outfits and come with matching sports bras for a perfect gym outfit. Your Capri pants could finish mid-shin or just below the knee, so make sure you check that the length is what you are expecting. 

High waisted leggings

We all love a good pair of high waisted sports leggings to flatter our figure and skim our curves where it matters. High waisted leggings are also perfect paired with a stylish sports bra or crop top for effortless style which can translate to casual everyday wear as well as gym attire. Make sure the leggings come as high as you want without being too high so as to restrict your movement.