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Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft Review

These leggings are lightweight but the material is on the thin side and didn't provide the support we were looking for.
Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft
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Price:  $23 List | $22.99 at Amazon
Pros:  Soft material, stretchy.
Cons:  No shaping or compression, thick elastic band at the waist.
Manufacturer:   Yogalicious
By Cam McKenzie Ring ⋅ Senior Review Editor  ⋅  Jul 25, 2018
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  • Breathability - 25% 7
  • Ease of Movement - 25% 9
  • Comfort and Fit - 20% 5
  • Durability - 20% 6
  • Style - 10% 5

Our Verdict

The Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft is a budget-friendly pair of yoga leggings. We've included several new lower-priced lines into our line-up for our updated review to see if there really is a difference between the $22 and $88 pairs. While we can't say that the Alo High-Waisted Airbrush legging is four times better than the Yogalicious pair, it did score substantially higher in our tests thanks to a good combination of support and breathability. The Yogalicious pair is thin, and the material is soft, but it didn't offer much shaping and wasn't as comfortable either. For a better option in this price bracket, check out the 90 Degrees by Reflex High Waist Powerflex ($30), which was our Best Buy winner.


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Pros Soft material, stretchy.Comfortable, supportive, easy to move in, contoured high waist with no elasticLightweight, breathable, many colorful design optionsBreathable material, lots of sizes and styles availableLightweight, breathable, easy to move in, inexpensive
Cons No shaping or compression, thick elastic band at the waist.Decent breathability but not good for heated classesFabric is slippery if not wet, little support or structureWaist tends to ride down, tight on the calvesFabric is a little stiff compared to others, durability issues in preivous pairs
Bottom Line These leggings are lightweight but the material is on the thin side and didn't provide the support we were looking for.A comfortable and stylish pair that looks and feels great on.Great for hot yoga or anyone who sweats a lot.A classic capri that you can use for a variety of activities.A good pant for the price that will make you question whether the $90 pairs are really worth it.
Rating Categories High-Waist Ultrasoft High-Waisted Airbrush Onzie Capri Prana Pillar Capri High Waist Powerflex
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Specs High-Waist Ultrasoft High-Waisted... Onzie Capri Prana Pillar Capri High Waist Powerflex
Material 86% polyester, 14% spandex 87% polyester, 13% spandex 82% polyester, 18 spandex 88% Supplex nylon, 12% spandex 87% Nylon, 13% Spandex
Key Pocket Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Features High waist Wide waistband, anti-microbial fabric Swimsuit-like material Extended sizing available Moisture wicking, 4-way stretch fabric

Our Analysis and Test Results

The Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft is made with a soft but thin 86% polyester / 14% spandex blend. There are many color choices available, and it comes in XS to XL sizes.

Performance Comparison


This inexpensive pair is lightweight and breathable but the material doesn't give you any compression or shaping.
This inexpensive pair is lightweight and breathable, but the material doesn't give you any compression or shaping.

Breathability


The material on the Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft is very thin and by nature somewhat breathable, but they do retain moisture and take longer to dry than other thin pairs. We wore them to class, got a little sweaty, and then wore them home, and noticed that we were still feeling the moisture in the pant almost an hour later. Also, the color that we tested did darken up considerably, which you'll want to keep in mind when selecting which color you want to purchase. If you need something for heated yoga classes, check out the Onzie Capri, which is made with a swimsuit-like material that is breathable and quick-drying.

This legging is available in lots of color options but be wary if you sweat a lot as they change color distinctly when wet.
This legging is available in lots of color options, but be wary if you sweat a lot as they change color distinctly when wet.

Ease of Movement


We did have excellent ease of movement in this pair. The material is stretchy and didn't impede us at all.

The thin material stretches well and it didn't limit our stretches.
The thin material stretches well and it didn't limit our stretches.

Comfort & Fit


The material on these leggings is super soft, and we wanted to give it a high mark for this category. However, the thick elastic at the waist was a big drawback for us, and it impacted our comfort a bit, particularly in forward bends.

The waistband has a thick elastic which isn't the most comfortable thing to wear around your waist all day.
The waistband has a thick elastic, which isn't the most comfortable thing to wear around your waist all day.

Durability


Online user reviews of this pant are full of reports of them arriving in the mail with a hole already in them or getting one with little wear. We can see why — the material is very thin. While we didn't notice any holes during our testing period, we would wear this pair with caution and not use it for hiking or other activities where it might get snagged easily.

Style


We weren't too thrilled with the style of this pair. Perhaps it was because we could see all of our flaws through the soft and thin material! It didn't do anything to help shape or define our rear. If you are looking for something with more shaping in a legging, the Lululemon Wunder Under is a great choice, as is the Soybu Killer Caboose pant.

Best Applications


The High-Waist Ultrasoft is a good option for those people who don't like or need a lot of compression from their yoga pants. If you prefer to feel unencumbered in class, this might be the perfect ones for you. If you like a little more support, the Alo Yoga High-Waisted Airbrush, our Editors' Choice winner, has the perfect balance of support along with a stretchy and comfortable material.

If you don't like want or need a lot of compression from your yoga leggings these might be the perfect pair for you.
If you don't like, want, or need a lot of compression from your yoga leggings, these might be the perfect pair for you.

Value


These pants retail in the $23 to $30 range (prices vary on the Amazon purchase page). While we like the lower price point, they didn't perform quite as well as some of the more expensive pairs, or even as well as the $30 90 Degree by Reflex Powerflex.

Conclusion


The Yogalicious High-Waist Ultrasoft are indeed an ultra-soft pair of yoga leggings. If you like to live in yoga pants, these may work for you because of how soft and comfortable the material is. However, they do have some flaws that made them not score very high in our tests, like the thick elastic at the waist and the lack of compression and support.


— Cam McKenzie Ring