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Nothing quite compares with that blissed-out, after-yoga vibe. Although if anything comes close, it’s finding leggings that conform to your curves without cinching, rolling, riding, or otherwise distracting you. Even better if they’re on sale.
Beginning this week, two fan-fave brands known for quality designs, inclusive sizing, and an emphasis on sustainability—Girlfriend Collective and Athleta—are discounting prices. (And yes, the sales include styles with lightweight fabrics to help you make it through sweltering summer days with a little less sweat and a lot more grace.) Here’s what you need to know.
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Girlfriend Collective—25% Off Everything
Girlfriend Collective makes sustainable and inclusive fashions that look and feel comfortable and supportive with sizes from XXS to 6XL, including varying lengths and ample high-rise options. The fabrics are sustainably produced from recycled water bottles and old fishing nets, the dyes are eco-friendly, the packaging is recycled and recyclable, and the ReGirlfriend recycling program accepts once-loved items from any brand and offers credit in exchange.
The GC anniversary sale lands you 25 percent off all fashions with more generous discounts on sale items.
Some Girlfriend Collective fashions we’ve relied on for years:
• 50/50 Wide Leg Sweatpant $23.40 ($78)
Sometimes you don’t want fabric that clings to you. These loose sweatpants, made from recycled organic cotton, work well. They also look lovely with ballet flats.
• Float Ultralight Legging $39 ($78)
The name implies how you’ll feel on your mat with these minimalist leggings made from recycled water bottles.
• Compressive High-Rise Legging $66 ($88)
The super high compression of these leggings is substantial yet soft and doesn’t impede movement on the mat.
• Cloud Luxe Legging for $81 ($108)
This legging was declared the “all-time, number-one favorite” by one of our plus-size testers for its ultra-high rise and ability to stay put no matter what. She also noted that the light compression didn’t feel restrictive at all.
Athleta—30%+ Off Many Items
Athleta was founded in 1998 with the motto “borrowing from the boys isn’t good enough.” The company has continued its focus on empowering girls and women to find confidence through movement with its Power of She Collective. Support for women takes shape in other ways through designs that are soft, stretchy, comfy, supportive, and squat-proof in sizes from XXS to 3X as well as tall and petite options. The ThredUp program lets you trade in kids’ and women’s sports fashions from any brand for store credit.
The Semi-Annual Sale features discounts of varying amounts. Many popular items are 30 percent off with select items discounted substantially more. We also found some seriously slashed prices in Athleta’s Preloved section.
Some Athleta fashions we’ve relied on for years:
• Transcend High-Rise 7/8 Legging $24.97 – $69.99 ($89.99)
Made from nylon and lycra, these lightweight leggings draw raves for the feel and stretch of the fabric.
• Salutation Stash High Rise Legging $39.97 – $88.99 ($109)
The “stash” refers to the stealth side pocket on these super soft and supportive leggings that some of our testers have sworn by for years.
