these top-rated leggings
SUUKSESS Women Flare Scrunch Butt Lifting Yoga Pants
these top-rated leggings
SUUKSESS Women Flare Scrunch Butt Lifting Yoga Pants
If flare is more your speed, these bell-bottom leggings belong in your closet. They’re super soft, come in an assortment of bold and neutral colors, and have a butt scrunch and V-shaped butt lifting detail that’ll have you taking belfies every time you wear ’em.
THE REVIEWS: “I love the fit. And I am really glad it doesn’t have those noticeable scrunch butt lines, I hate those. It just gives a noticeable lift to your butt and has a line that appears to separate the cheeks, making them look fuller, “ wrote one reviewer. “The fit is very comfortable and the flare is cute. The material hugs my thick thighs and is not tight.“
these reversible leggings
Fanka Body Sculpt Leggings
these reversible leggings
Fanka Body Sculpt Leggings
Now 20% Off
You can count on these leggings with their own 3D, PowerLift technology to liven up your booty! The polymer and elastomer mixture material provides elasticity, while also maintaining resistance—meaning these leggings will hold their shape. And its 3D printing gives that ~lifted~ effect, plus compression support.
THE REVIEWS: “These leggings feel great! I even received a compliment on how good they make my butt look, LOL,” wrote one reviewer.
this second-skin-like pair
Danysu Women’s V Cut Leggings
this second-skin-like pair
Danysu Women’s V Cut Leggings
You’ll be surprised to see what a simple low, V-cut at the back will do for your booty. Thank us later.
THE REVIEWS: “I love the fit and fabric, even in a hot room. They’re squat-proof and yoga-proof. They make the booty look 🔥,” wrote one reviewer.
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this bootcut pair
Splits59 Raquel High Waist Flared Legging
this bootcut pair
Splits59 Raquel High Waist Flared Legging
Great for yoga, CrossFit, Barre, Pilates, gym workouts, or leisure, these leggings will keep your peach perky. Its flexible waistband and stretchy material make it feel like these were specifically tailored to you.
THE REVIEWS: “These pants are the perfect flare legging. They’re tight where they should be and loose where they should be,” wrote one reviewer.
this ultra-smooth pair
Tala Sculpt Seamless Scrunch Legging – Navy Marl
this ultra-smooth pair
Tala Sculpt Seamless Scrunch Legging – Navy Marl
The magic is in the scrunch! This pair has a subtle scrunch bum design that enhances the natural curve of your booty. It also perfectly sculpts without making you feel restricted.
THE REVIEWS: “These are the best leggings. They compliment my booty so well and I feel so confident when I wear them,” one reviewer wrote.
this ultra-flattering pair
PENIOCA Scrunch Butt Lifting Seamless Leggings
this ultra-flattering pair
PENIOCA Scrunch Butt Lifting Seamless Leggings
Cons
- Run a bit large
Your booty will basically be sitting on a throne in these. There’s a hip midline fold design and a three-dimensional cutting that wraps around your butt and perfectly outlines it. It doesn’t get better than this!!
THE REVIEWS: “They finally did it. They somehow made the perfect leggings!” says one review. “They are very high waisted, have great compression, they’re not see through, and they really make the butt look great! “
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this TikTok viral pair
SEASUM High Waist Yoga Pants Ruched Butt Lifting
this TikTok viral pair
SEASUM High Waist Yoga Pants Ruched Butt Lifting
Now 13% Off
If TikTok is the reason why you’re even searching for leggings that accentuate your rear, then you’ve found The One™️. Users on the app swear by these, and we’re not surprised because its unique honeycomb pattern was literally made to push up the booty.
THE REVIEWS: “My husband says I look like I do squats for fun. These leggings completely transform you,” one review raves.
This textured pair
Halara High Waisted Butt Lifting Honeycomb Leggings
This textured pair
Halara High Waisted Butt Lifting Honeycomb Leggings
Four-way stretch provides comfort and durability for everyday wear and low-impact activities, while ruched tailoring combined with the textured honeycomb pattern is designed to sculpt and lift your booty. These leggings also feature a heart-shaped seam to accentuate your curves —it’s like contouring for your ass!
THE REVIEWS: “LOVE these leggings. They fit perfectly and hug everything just right,” one review says. “Easy to do my workouts in and attractive in photos! Thanks, Halara!😊”
this sweat-proof pair
Halara Seamless Flow Butt Lifting Leggings
this sweat-proof pair
Halara Seamless Flow Butt Lifting Leggings
Now 50% Off
Cons
- Some colors are a bit see-through
Chances are you’re familiar with Halara’s internet-famous Activity Dress, but the brand also has a very popular (and very budget-friendly) pair of butt-scrunch leggings that has earned rave reviews. Available in 10 colors, these leggings are made with breathable, stretchy fabric that wicks away sweat before it even forms—all while making your peach look fab.
THE REVIEWS: “My FAVORITE pair of leggings EVER!!” one tester raves. “An amazing feel and perfect fit! Squat proof and defines your assets in the BEST way! I had to buy more!!”
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This one that contours
CFR High Waist Contouring Seamless Leggings
This one that contours
CFR High Waist Contouring Seamless Leggings
Cons
- Fabric might feel rough
Any product with over 5,000 five-star reviews has to be good. They’re breathable and contouring, which is pretty epic.
THE REVIEWS: “I love these! These are fab for the price,” says one review. “They fit great and I love how high they come up.”
this beneficial pick
Hopgo 7/8 High Waist Compression Leggings
this beneficial pick
Hopgo 7/8 High Waist Compression Leggings
Leggings with pockets are everything. Not only does this one have two on both sides, but there’s also a hidden inner pocket in the waistband (!!). Oh, and don’t worry, your peach will for sure be getting the spotlight it deserves.
THE REVIEWS: “I’ve seen reviews using the term ‘buttery’ to describe material, and not until now did I realize what that really meant!” says one review. “I love that there are pockets and the stitching lines are great.”
This sneaky pair
Leonisa Sculpting Shaper Legging
This sneaky pair
Leonisa Sculpting Shaper Legging
Now 31% Off
We know this pair looks like a regular ol’ pair of leggings, but it has built-in shorts with strategically placed cutouts to lift and scoop that booty up.
THE REVIEWS: “I love these pants,” says one buyer. “They are my second pair and they fit so comfortably and well!”
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this squat-proof pick
IUGA High Waist Yoga Pants
this squat-proof pick
IUGA High Waist Yoga Pants
Cons
- Run small, according to reviews
Boasting well over 46,000 five-star reviews, people can’t get enough of these increeeedibly soft polyester and spandex IUGA leggings, which come in plenty of color and length options and are 100 percent squat-proof, according to the reviewers.
THE REVIEWS: “These leggings are so freaking soft. I love them,” one tester writes. “They look great and they are thick! I feel sexy and covered in them. Hits the rise of the booty nice. Very satisfied and buying some more!”
This Tie-Dye Pair
OMKAGI Scrunch Butt Lifting Workout Leggings
This Tie-Dye Pair
OMKAGI Scrunch Butt Lifting Workout Leggings
Now 20% Off
For a trendier vibe that def lifts the booty, opt for this fun tie-dye pair.
THE REVIEWS: “I am super picky regarding my workout leggings and I have to say I am so happy about this brand,” says one review. “I bought three different leggings and they are amazing. From the quality to how they fit and embrace my curves. I definitely recommend.“
This Long Pair
KIWI RATA Scrunch Butt Yoga Pants
This Long Pair
KIWI RATA Scrunch Butt Yoga Pants
For those who like a true full-length legging (or have trouble finding pairs that are long enough), this pick is about to become your saving grace.
THE REVIEWS: “These leggings are amazing!” says one review. “I’ve never gotten more compliments than wearing these and my boyfriend calls them his favorite.”
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this two-tone pair
Gymshark Flex High Waisted Leggings
this two-tone pair
Gymshark Flex High Waisted Leggings
Count on Gymshark to make leggings that are both aesthetically pleasing and functional for the gym. Not only do these babies feature a cool body contouring design, but they also are made of sweat-wicking fabric.
THE REVIEWS: “The material is very good, it is squat proof, the quality is very good. I love them!” one reviewer says.
this tummy-control pair
ICONI Seamless High-Waisted Legging
this tummy-control pair
ICONI Seamless High-Waisted Legging
One of Oprah’s Favorite Things, these seamless compression leggings come in five cute colors and they’re a purchase you can feel good about, as 10 percent off all profits are donated to nonprofit organizations. Oh, and they’re also flattering AF, no matter your body type.
THE REVIEWS: “Love these leggings,” one tester says. “They are compression leggings, so ignore the reviews about how small they are. I bought my regular size and they fit perfect. They don’t sag or bag. Amazing!!”
this fan fave
Everlane The Perform Legging
this fan fave
Everlane The Perform Legging
Now 24% Off
With almost a five-star rating, this cult classic from Everlane will have your booty turning heads. It’s made of high-quality fabric from a renowned Italian mill that will give you a seamless yet fitted lewk.
THE REVIEWS: “The first thing I noticed about these leggings was how lightweight they are,” says one buyer. “When I put them on their opaqueness and fit were in no way compromised by their being lightweight.”
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these really soft ones
Athleta Ultra High Rise Elation Tight
these really soft ones
Athleta Ultra High Rise Elation Tight
IMO, it’s super important for a pair of leggings to feel like a second skin. These ones will give you that barely there feeling with their smooth Powervita fabric. Plus, its high waistband will add some perk!
THE REVIEWS: “Love these for walking, workouts, and casual wear,” says one reviewer. “They never get put away—I just keep taking them off the top of the laundry basket.”
This cropped pair
Spanx Booty Boost Active Knee Leggings
This cropped pair
Spanx Booty Boost Active Knee Leggings
Cons
- Some say the material is not long-lasting
Behold: The contouring pair that may just change your life. That curved seam hits just above the booty to maximize the lift of these compression leggings.
THE REVIEWS: “…these are the BEST BUTT LIFTERS OF ALL!!!” writes one tester. “They make my butt look fab and my thighs an inch smaller NO JOKE!”
Associate Shopping Editor
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she’s also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets. Before joining Cosmopolitan, she wrote fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content at People (so, yes, she’s basically a professional product tester at this point). Follow her on Instagram for photos of Timothée Chalamet and #OOTD mirror pics.
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Corinne Sullivan is an Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers a variety of beats, including lifestyle, entertainment, relationships, shopping, and more. She can tell you everything you need to know about the love lives of A-listers, the coziest bedsheets, and the sex toys actually worth your $$$. She is also the author of the 2018 novel Indecent. Follow her on Instagram for cute pics of her pup and bébé.