Leggings [1] without pockets are my number one pet peeve. Without pockets, where exactly am I supposed to keep my essentials while I work out? Since I'm not running with a fanny pack, I need a place for my keys, credit card, ID, and phone. If, like me, you find the concept of leggings [2] sans pockets unnerving and just plain wrong, you've got to shop these 12 pairs.
From basic black pairs to soft neutrals [3] and even brightly coloured styles, these are the picks you're going to fall in love with. You might even want to do laundry just so you can wear them again. Or, you know, you could just buy multiple pairs.
Old Navy High-Rise Balance 7/8-Length Side-Pocket Leggings
You'll want to do everything in these Old Navy High-Rise Balance 7/8-Length Side-Pocket Leggings [5] ($30).
Zella Live In High Waist Pocket 7/8 Leggings
They're called the live in leggings for a reason. These Zella Live In High Waist Pocket 7/8 Leggings [6] ($59) are a cult-classic.
Old Navy High-Waisted Elevate Side-Pocket Mesh-Trim Compression Leggings
Get sweaty in these Old Navy High-Waisted Elevate Side-Pocket Mesh-Trim Compression Leggings [7] ($20).
Old Navy High-Waisted Elevate Powersoft 7/8-Length Side-Pocket Leggings
We're into the cute, neutral pattern of these Old Navy High-Waisted Elevate Powersoft 7/8-Length Side-Pocket Leggings [8] ($40).
Zella Zelsoft Pocket Ankle Leggings
Stay cosy in these Zella Zelsoft Pocket Ankle Leggings [9] ($65).
Tory Sport Tempo Chevron Leggings
We love the pattern, and the hidden back pocket, of these Tory Sport Tempo Chevron Leggings [10] ($138).
FP Movement Breathe Easy Leggings
These FP Movement Breathe Easy Leggings [11] ($78) work for pretty much any workout.
Good American Active Ascending Dot Pocket Leggings
These Good American Active Ascending Dot Pocket Leggings [12] ($115) are a little bit sexy, and we're into it.
FP Movement High-Rise 3/4 Pocket You’re a Peach Leggings
Add a little colour to your workout wardrobe with these FP Movement High-Rise 3/4 Pocket You're a Peach Leggings [13] ($88).
Sweaty Betty Power Sculpt Workout 7/8 Leggings
These Sweaty Betty Power Sculpt Workout 7/8 Leggings [14] ($100) hold you in all the right places.
Alo High Waist Moto Leggings
These Alo High Waist Moto Leggings [15] ($114) are this editor's personal go-to. They're so comfortable and have held up in everything from yoga to Spin class to cross-country flights. Plus, the giant front hidden pocket can hold an iPhone; it's held mine on multiple occasions.
Lululemon Speed Up Tight
These Lululemon Speed Up Tights [16] ($108) have not one but four separate pockets, making a gym bag practically obsolete.