The Thinnest, Softest Black Leggings For Women Over 50
Black leggings are a major staple in my closet. They are not only comfortable, but they can be dressed up or down depending on where you are going and what accessories you choose. I have tried many, many different pairs of leggings over the years as a fashion blogger and I have put together a list of the thinnest, softest black leggings out there for women over 50.
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The Thinnest, Softest Black Leggings For Women Over 50
I love wearing leggings around the house all year round, but I’m not a fan of compression leggings. I don’t like feeling like a sausage; I would much rather be comfortable. The biggest issue I have with most leggings is that you end up with a muffin top since they squeeze you at the waist. You’ll notice this preference influences how I rate each pair, but I also included some great compression options as well for you girls that love compression.
When I’m looking for a new pair of leggings, I am looking for them to be thin enough to be comfortable without being see through. Nobody wants to bend over in the super market and have their undergarments show! But above all, I am looking for soft and buttery material for ultimate comfort.
I styled 6 different casual leggings outfits that are perfect for running errands or hanging around the house. I’m wearing the same Amazon Essentials shirt with all of the leggings. It has a high low design that I love! It’s the perfect basic white tee to add to your closet as it’s great for layering and it can be worn with so many different bottoms.
Now, let’s dive in to the world of the thinnest, softest leggings out there for women over 50!
#1 HeyNuts Essential 7/8 Leggings
First up, we have a pair of HeyNuts leggings from Amazon. They are super affordable at under $30. They are what I would call a medium-weight legging as they aren’t see through, but they are not thick and hot. They have a light compression and are great at holding you in. I love that the high-waisted waistband doesn’t roll down when I wear them.
#2 Lululemon Align Legging
Let’s chat about the Lululemon Align legging. We’ve all heard about Lululemon, and what’s not to love? I am a big fan of the Align leggings and you girls have probably heard me raving about them before. If I had to rank the leggings in my closet, I would rank my Align leggings as my second favorite pair. When I’m judging a new pair, I am looking for comfort above all else. This pair is a good mix because they are not only comfortable and lightweight, but they have a smidge of compression.
#3 3 Pack High Waisted Leggings for Women
I bet when you were reading the title of these leggings that you never would have guessed that these are my absolute favorite kind of leggings that I own! They are from Amazon, and they are the lightest, softest, most buttery legging that I have ever put on my body. They are so inexpensive and they come in a 3-pack for under $19 (and there’s currently a $2 off coupon you can apply)! Keep in mind that these leggings have zero compression, but they are my absolute favorite day to day legging. I think these win the award for the thinnest, softest black leggings for women over 50. Bookmark these as a must-try item, girls!
#4 Aerie Offline Leggings
This next pair of leggings is from Aerie, and they are another very soft option. They are called the Offline leggings. They come in a cross waistband and a regular waistband, but I prefer the regular as I find the cross waistband can tend to roll down on me. I would say they are equivalent in comfort to the Lululemon Align legging, but without the same level of compression. They do have a little more compression than the 3-pack above, but they are still very comfortable. The fabric which feels fantastic almost has a slick or slippery texture to them.
#5 Booty Boost® Active Leggings
Just because I’m not a big fan of compression leggings doesn’t mean that my readers are not fans of compression leggings! This next pair is from Spanx, and let’s face it… they’re known for compression garments. I just got these new leggings in the mail from Spanx. They are made with a ponte knit fabric and are a little thicker and heavier than the others I’ve shared so far. They have a lot of compression built in, so it took me quite a while to wiggle into these! If you love the feel of being held in everywhere, you will love these.
#6 Perfect Ankle Legging from Spanx
This is the last pair of black leggings that we are going to be talking about today! This is another pair from Spanx that I just got in the mail. These are heavier weight so they will be a great thickness for fall and winter. I love the way they fit and how they look. Since I don’t love a lot of compression, these may be a keeper for me!
I just wanted to make sure to call out these adorable tennis shoes! The top part is see through and I thought they were so cute and unique.
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Your blog popped up on my feed (probably bc I was researching crossbody purses or leggings;) I’m almost 49 and not old either.
I love your style and choices! would you mind sharing your size/ measurements, what size jeans you normally are and what size you purchased in some of the leggings (and future items)? I’m hesitant from ordering on Amazon bc sizing is never consistent and I’m awful at returning things. I’ll be following along from Louisiana. Happy New Year to uiu and yours!
Welcome, Kelly! I’m so glad I popped up on your feed. I’m 5’6″ tall, and weigh around 150 lbs. I wear a size 8 in pants and jeans, and a medium or large in tops. I almost always list the size I’m wearing in my posts.
Was going to order the 3- pack but noticed description says Maternity leggings at top of page??
I think that is because they are so stretchy. They aren’t maternity, there isn’t a panel.
Hi just received my navy blue heynuts leggings as well as the super buttery soft 3 pack Amazon leggings …. LOVE them all! The length on the 3 pack is wonderful! As you stated the heynuts have compression but very comfy. Thanks!
That white tee looks very appealing. Ordered it in 4 colors. Love the sleeves, neckline and hi-lo hem. So much prettier than a basic tee.
Sounds like you and the girls had a fun day of shopping. I bet all of you slept real good last night. Thanks for compiling this list for us. I’m heading on over to our Amazon account now to place an order! Those sneakers are awesome.
Thanks I found this post extremely helpful. I also love leggings and dislike a muffin top plus toss out a pair that the top rolls down. I plan to order a couple of your suggested pairs.
I like comfort leggings that I can wear around the house. Compression leggings are great for working out, but that’s not what I want to wear to relax in.
Dear Tania,
I look forward to your blog everyday and frequently use your suggestions. I would prefer that you return to one rather than two messages in the morning. To be honest I usually only read the one that I find most interesting.
Thank you for your hard work.
Jean, the reason that I do 2 posts is so you do have options. You can read the one you like best and find the most interesting. If I did a post on Petites, and you’re 5’10”, that post wouldn’t speak to you and you would have another option.