When you're pregnant, is there anything else you'd rather wear other than a great pair of maternity leggings? The best leggings for any woman, for those with a baby bump or a bloated I-ate-too-much-cheese bump, are designed with revolutionary stretch and comfort and can last you through all three trimesters and postpartum. Can you even imagine wearing jeans during this time? *shudder*.
Whether you're on the lookout for maternity leggings or perhaps some scrunch bum leggings or gym leggings to sculpt your curves, the heat team has you covered. Step aside Lululemon leggings and SKIMS, we've got some leggings dupes that'll have Kim K shook.
heat's best maternity leggings at a glance:
Editor's Choice: MAMA 2-Pack Jersey Leggings, £19.99 on H&M
Best Amazon Maternity Leggings: Foucome Women's Over Bump Maternity Legging, £43.99 on Amazon
Best Maternity Workout Leggings: Nike One (M) Women's High-Waisted Leggings, £35.97 on Nike
Here are the best maternity leggings to buy. From the Editor's choice to the most affordable leather leggings for a night out with the girlies. No SKIMS prices here, we promise.
Best For Value Maternity Leggings (Editor's Choice)
www2.hm.com
Ultra affordable and ultra comfy, H&M doesn't let down when it comes to the MAMA maternity leggings. You get a two-pack of leggings for under £20, made with soft jersey and organic cotton. The wide panel grows as your belly grows for extended use throughout the trimesters—an overall must-buy.
Review: "The best maternity leggings I've found, and I've tried a fair few during my pregnancies. They're comfortable, have room for your bump to grow, and they stay up! The stitching on the inside leg seams is pretty robust too, as that's where I tend to find leggings start to wear first. Only bought more as I managed to snag one of my pairs so they have a small hole, but they didn't ladder, unlike other types which is a positive!"
Pros
- Super comfy
- Don't roll down
- Waistband expands as your belly grows
Cons
- Not the thickest material
Best Amazon maternity leggings
As a busy mum-to-be, the easiest place to get your shopping done is undoubtedly Amazon. Therefore, you'll be pleased to hear that Amazon sells these amazing maternity leggings in a two-pack from the brand Foucome. Rated Amazon's Choice for "leggings for pregnant women UK", these are a steal. They come in a bunch of different colours, and their non-see-through fabric has a four-way stretch for comfy movement.
Review: "Very comfortable. The only type of pants I was able to wear in all stages of pregnancy, without my belly being under pressure. I wore the same size from beginning to end, and it still fits. They also don't fall down like others I tried."
Pros
- Thick, non see-through material
- Great belly support
Cons
- Come up a little short
Best M+S maternity leggings
www.marksandspencer.com
Marks & Spencer will always be a go-to for wardrobe staples, and these Over Bump maternity leggings are no exception. They're soft and super-stretchy with an ultra-high waist to fit right over your growing bump. Available in petite, regular and long, and up to a size 22.
Review: "Super soft and stretchy after being washed once. They're not the thickest but are definitely comfortable. I'm only 3.5 months but currently leggings were tight when sitting. These definitely do the trick."
Pros
- Very inclusive sizing
- Comfy and stretchy
Cons
- Slightly see-through
Best workout maternity leggings
www.nike.com
First of all, we're obsessed with this shade of green - so suited for the spring and summer weather ahead. It's not only about the looks though. If you want to get moving and exercise during your pregnancy and need some running leggings, these Nike leggings will support you every step of the way. Constructed with zonal fabric that grows with you, the polyester fibres allow your body to breathe - no sweaty bellies here. Added bonus - the polyester Nike uses is 75 per cent recycled from plastic bottles!
Review: "Hands down, these are the best maternity leggings in the market. Out of all the high-end brands that offer maternity leggings, these are the most comfortable and durable maternity leggings by far. The quality is amazing! I have been wearing them for my BARRE and maternity yoga classes and so far they hold my growing belling perfectly. The upper flap is high and stretchy enough to accommodate a growing belly. I can definitely see these leggings lasting throughout my whole pregnancy AND lasting through postpartum as well. Highly recommend them!"
Pros
- Breathable material
- Super comfy and stretchy to accommodate growing belly
- Very flattering
Cons
- A little long
Best maternity leggings for dressing up
www.selfridges.com
Being pregnant should never stop you from going on a night out with the girlies (with alcohol-free drinks, of course). If you want to dress up and love the look of leather leggings, a pair of maternity leggings like this from SPANX can look so chic. Although a little on the pricier side, these will last you throughout your pregnancy, to post-baby parties.
Review: "Brilliant Buy, V Comfy. Took my normal size pre pregnancy. Great support without being restricted easy to pull on and off even in later pregnancy. Packaging beautiful. Great service."
Pros
- Sleek
- Comfy and stretchy
Cons
- Sizing could be more inclusive
How to style maternity leggings
We asked our Content Writer friend over at Mother & Baby, Hannah James, for her advice on how to style maternity leggings for an outfit. With three beautiful children, she's become an expert on how to dress up a simple pair of comfy maternity leggings without breaking the bank.
She says, "Essentially, I would just put anything that I would with normal gym leggings. But during my second trimester, I loved the look of maternity leggings with stripped t-shirts (New Look maternity leggings and ASOS maternity leggings are some of the best). New Look was my go-to shop for pregnancy. It didn't cost the earth but was comfortable."
"I also liked pairing leggings with a plain t-shirt and an open shirt overtop."
Hannah says, "Then my favourite cute look in the third trimester was pregnancy leggings with turtle necks or pregnancy tops and chunky knits."
And that's your maternity wardrobe - sorted.
Ruby Barry is a Product Writer for heat, specialising in fashion and beauty. The team has nicknamed her "dupe queen", as there's not a product in the world she can't find a cheaper alternative for.