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Just like the best T-shirts and sneakers, leggings are pretty much a mainstay in every wardrobe, including celebrities. Whether heading to or from a workout, walking a furry friend, or just out and about running errands, a simple, black legging is an activewear and loungewear must. One of the most-loved brands of leggings for celebrities, which happens to make some of Vogue’s favorites, as well, is Alo.
The Los Angeles-based brand has been making high-performance activewear since 2007, but more and more we are seeing their super sleek leggings styles turning up everywhere on the street. The secret to Alo’s leggings is their fabrics—which editors and celebrities swear by.
The Top, Celeb-Approved Alo Yoga Leggings:
- The Celeb-Favorite: Alo Yoga Airlift high waist 7/8 leggings, $128
- The Ribbed Wonder: Alo Yoga Airlift ribbed stretch 7/8 leggings, $138
- The Heavenly Soft: Alo Yoga Airbrush high waist 7/8 leggings, $98
- The Bootcut Beauty: Alo Yoga Airbrush high waist bootcut legging, $119
- The Cool and Cropped: Alo Yoga Airbrush capri, $88
- The Loungewear-Approved: Alo Yoga high-waist lounge leggings, $108
One of the most noticeable is probably the Airlift fabric, whose slight sheen is highly recognizable—and a favorite of everyone from Dakota Johnson to Laura Harrier. It provides impeccable compression and sculpting properties (because who doesn’t need a little lift?) that can power through high-intensity workouts, while the no-frills, high-waisted shape makes it easy to style with anything from athleisure looks to brunch fits, alike.
Another must-have is the Airbrush. This material has a matte finish and a cotton-like feel, while still providing four-way stretch and a smoothing look. Margot Robbie is just one of the few who recently took the Airbrush 7/8 legging for a spin—styled with a ball cap, cropped jacket, Celine Nino bag, and Dad sneakers, proving studio-to-street outfits can be chic. And for those who favor something on the softer side, Alosoft is supremely comfortable, lightweight, and breathable enough for even those soon-to-be mamas out there, as Sofia Richie Grainge proved during her pregnancy.
Below, find the key Alo leggings that celebrities can’t get enough of—and a few extras in the same fabrics.
Airlift
The secret to the Airlift fabric is its highly compressive capabilities, providing an instant sculpting and slimming effect. It’s smooth and lightweight, while having a slight sheen that makes a subtle statement. Dakota Fanning, Laura Harrier, and Naomi Watts are just a few noted fans. Take your pick from the beloved, 7/8 length legging, to ribbed versions and even a capri length.
Airbrush
Unlike the Airlift’s lustrous finish, Alo’s Airbrush leggings have a more matte feel. The material is still super stretchy, with compressive qualities and an overall smoothing effect, but without the slight shine the Airlift brings. These are best for everyday and more low-impact workouts, thanks to the soft and breathable feel that almost resembles cotton. Bella Hadid and Margot Robbie are frequent wearers of the high-waisted, Airbrush 7/8 legging on the street—and this fabrication also comes in a cool cropped or bootcut style, too.
Alosoft
If supreme softness is number one in your leggings criteria, go with an Alosoft pair. The rich, buttery texture is so comfortable, you will probably forget you are even wearing them. When it comes to activities, they are best for something along the lines of hot yoga or pilates, but as the name suggests, the Alosoft lounge leggings can be comfortably worn around the house or easily paired with a structured trench coat and a chunky sneaker à la Sofia Richie Grainge, for a day out and about.
