I'm a bit of a leggings snob. As someone who works from home, I live almost exclusively in loungewear, and leggings are my essential closet workhorse. It's tough to find a pair that's comfy enough to lounge in all day, stays put through a workout, holds up through wash and dry cycles, and looks presentable enough to wear out — especially if you're not looking to spend $90. But the Amazon-favorite Colorfulkoala legging check all those boxes and more.
A bestseller on Amazon, the Colorfulkoala High Waisted Full-Length Leggings have amassed over 53,000 glowing reviews. At $22.99 a pair, they're on the more affordable end, which made me skeptical that they wouldn't be very high-quality or durable. But I was immediately taken by the buttery soft feel, and after many washes and dry cycles, I can confirm they have kept their shape and the fabric feels the same as the day I got them.
What Colorfulkoala leggings are like to wear
These lightweight leggings truly feel like a second skin. My favorite part is that they have a super high waist (hits just above the navel) that offers a bit of tummy smoothing without being suffocating. They stay put all day — through sitting, standing, and spin class — without rolling down or dropping. This means I'm comfortable wearing them with a cropped top. (Psst: No camel toe!) Since they're on the lightweight side, these are my go-to leggings for spring through fall, but in the winter, I opt for something a little thicker for added warmth.
I own two pairs — the solid black full-length and the army green splinter camo in full-length — and there are slight differences between the solid and patterned variations. The solid, which is made of 80 percent nylon/20 percent spandex material, is almost cool to the touch, while the 75 percent polyester/25 percent spandex patterned version has a bit more of a matte finish that reminds me of Lululemon leggings.
A bonus for pet owners: The solid version is better than average at keeping lint and pet hair at bay (I found the patterned style to be a bit more prone to clinging bits, but still relatively not bad). Opacity is often a false promise for yoga pants, but the darker shades are actually pretty squat proof (I have not tried the lighter color range, so I can't vouch for those).
Sizing and fit
I usually wear a medium in leggings, but a small fits me perfectly in these. At 5-foot-7, the full-length pair hits just above my ankle. They're also available in a 7/8 length, which our 5-foot-1 executive editor says fits her like a full-length legging.
The bottom line
Colorfulkoala leggings look and wear like a high-quality pair of buttery soft leggings for a fraction of the price. The flattering high-waisted fit stays in place, and the fabric maintains its shape and quality after washing and drying. These yoga pants are a great wallet-friendly option for lounging or fitness.
