I Own 25+ Pairs Of Leggings But Always Reach For These Ones First

Some people hoard shoes; I hoard leggings. Whether I’m working from home, exercising, running errands, or traveling, you can pretty much always find me in athleisure. But as many pairs of leggings as I own, there's one style that I always gravitate towards first: the Girlfriend Collective FLOAT Leggings.

Made with recycled materials, the lightweight option is the real MVP. The leggings don't constrict movement, look chic enough to wear on airplanes, and haven't pilled despite seven months of regular wear. And while you might expect a pair of leggings this good to retail for more than $100, they only cost $78.

I’m not going to sugarcoat it: I despise leggings that feel restrictive. Isn’t athleisure supposed to be comfortable? 

These leggings have that next-to-nothing, non-restrictive fit you can actually breathe in. This is all possible due to the unique thing-yet-durable FLOAT material; it's made with 10% spandex and 90% recycled water bottles. And don't let the latter scare you—they're still just as comfortable as your favorite sweatpants.

Despite the lightweight feel, these leggings still offer just the right amount of compression without being too tight. They're also incredible durable for how thin the fabric feels; they've never pilled and don't have that "lived in" look that's common with other brands after a few months of consistent wear.

One of my favorite features of these leggings is the brushed-matte finish. It looks luxe but not shiny (and means they're versatile enough for an array of activities).

As good as I feel in these leggings, I feel even better about the company’s environmental efforts. Girlfriend prioritizes sustainability by using recycled materials in its clothing and packaging—and both are 100% recyclable themselves. 

Not sure how to recycle your leggings? Girlfriend’s Regirlfriend program allows you to send your old items and the brand will repurpose it for you. Even better, you’ll get a store credit toward your next purchase.