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Best Overall Faux Leather Leggings
Commando Women's Perfect Control Faux Leather Leggings
Credit: Commando
Pros
Built in control top panel
Smooth shiny leather look
Last for years, according to reviewers
Cons
Tough to get on because of snug fit
Fitting super snug, these faux leather leggings from Commando have a control top panel for a smooth look. While they may look smaller than expected, reviewers say they "fit perfectly" and " look like buttery leather." They're available in a variety of colors; we want one in every shade!
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Best Value Faux Leather Leggings
Leggings Depot Faux Leather High Waist Stretchy Leggings
Now 11% Off
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Start at just $13
15,000 rave Amazon reviews
Smooth high waisted fit
Cons
Poor smell out of the package
At just $13, these top rated Leggings Depot leggings are available in a faux leather fabric. With over 15,000 rave reviews on Amazon, reviewers love that these affordable leggings fit better than pricier styles. Note that a few reviewers noticed a "fishy" smell out of the package, but said it dissipated after washing.
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Best Slimming Faux Leather Leggings
SPANX Faux Leather Leggings
Credit: Spanx
Pros
Feature the brand's top tested shapewear
Petite, regular, and plus sizing
Nylon/spandex fabric has flattering sheen
Cons
Some reviewers comment that the finish peels after extensive wear
In our extensive evaluations, we love Spanx for their slimming leggings, shapewear, and even jeans. Testers loved Spanx faux leather leggings for having the brand's signature built in shapewear and making their legs look "long and lean." This chic style is a best seller and is available in petite, regular, and plus sizing.
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Most Popular Faux Leather Leggings on Amazon
Ginasy Faux Leather Leggings
Now 32% Off
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Wide smoothing waistband
7 color options
Best seller on Amazon
Cons
Thin fleece lining was too warm for some users
Amazon reviewers are obsessed with these leggings, calling them a "showstopper" and having "just the right amount of shine." In seven bold shades including magenta, blue, and brown, these leggings are available in XS-XXL sizes. With over 3,000 5-star reviews, many love the wide waistband that provides tummy control too.
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Best Faux Leather Leggings for Winter
Plush Women's Fleece Lined Liquid Moto Leggings
Credit: Plush
Pros
Soft, warm fleece lining
Trendy stitching details
Keeps you warm
Cons
Dry clean only
Fleece lined leggings help keep you cozy and warm in the winter months, while looking stylish. This pick from Plush is lined with soft polyester fleece with a 100% acrylic shell for a faux leather look. The stitching details on the front add a trendy edgy look. Note that these leggings are dry clean only.
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Best Faux Leather Pants
Levi's Women's Faux Leather Rib Cage Straight Pants
Credit: Levi's
Pros
Stretchy polyester fabric
Flattering high waisted design
Ideal to wear to the office
Cons
Over $100
When heading to the office, opt for this pair of straight leg faux leather pants from Levi's. With a high waisted fit and loose stretchy polyester fabric, these pants feel like leggings, but look professional. Reviewers love the flattering cut and that they're warm too — ideal for outdoor dining!
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Best Faux Patent Leather Leggings
Commando Faux Patent Leather Perfect Control Leggings
Credit: Commando
Pros
High shine finish fabric
Edgy and cool style
Snug control top panel
Cons
Can be a bit squeaky, according to reviewers
These patent leather finish leggings from Commando have a high shine look that reviewers love for being "totally unique." The liquid looking fabric is super stretchy and may look smaller than expected, but fit perfectly. The brand recommends using a bit of lotion to help reduce any squeaky noises the leggings produce.
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Best Colored Faux Leather Leggings
Aritzia Wilfred Melinda High-rise Vegan Leather Pants
Credit: Aritzia
Pros
Available in sizes 00-16 in cropped and long lengths
15 trendy neutral color options
Super soft luxe faux leather
Cons
Less comfy than traditional leggings
These pants from Aritzia have rave reviews online for being a winter wardrobe must. The high-rise fit is universally flattering while the shiny faux leather fabric is super soft and "hugs and snatches you in the right places," according to one reviewer. We love that they're available in a ton of shades and in sizes 00-16 with cropped (perfect if you shop petite sizing) and long lengths too.
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Best Faux Leather Joggers
Commando Faux Leather Joggers
Credit: Commando
Pros
Looser fit
Reviewers love how comfy they are
Fabric has a subtle sheen
Cons
Pricey pick
For a looser fit, these faux leather joggers from Commando fit like loungewear while being majorly on-trend, ideal to wear when relaxing at home or out for the night. One GH editor raves that "these pants are a game-changer. They're unbelievably comfy and I get tons of compliments on them."
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Best Flared Faux Leather Leggings
Zara Faux Leather Flared Leggings
Pros
Snug fit
Flared hem looks great with booties
Smooth polyester fabric with a polyurethane coating
Cons
Must be washed in cold water
Flared leggings are an easy way to enjoy the comfort of leggings while looking like you're wearing traditional pants. They have an elastic fit with a side zipper so they stay secure. With 100% polyester fabric with a polyurethane coating for a faux leather look, follow the care label closely.
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Best Lounge Faux Leather Leggings
Abercrombie & Fitch Vegan Leather Leggings
Credit: Abercrombie
Pros
Super soft lining
Continuous waistband
Stretchy fabric to snug all your curves
Cons
Spot clean only
These Abercrombie & Fitch vegan leather leggings are popular among reviewers for being surprisingly comfy when wearing all day. Reviewers especially love them for being "very stretchy, with an incredibly soft lining." They're ultra high-waisted with a continuous waistband for a comfy feel and a smooth look. Unfortunately, they're spot clean only.
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Best Maternity Faux Leather Leggings
Mama Faux Leather Leggings
Credit: Spanx
Pros
No center seam to prevent camel toe
Great throughout pregnancy
Non constricting belly panel
Cons
Some reviewers note the crotch can be a bit baggy
Maternity leggings need to be able to grow with your changing body, without feeling constricting. The stretchy top band fits easily over your belly to provide comfortable support. They feature the brand's signature faux leather nylon/elastane fabric that can be dressed up for a fashionable and comfy look.
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Best Petite Faux Leather Leggings
Ann Taylor The Petite Side Zip Faux Leather Legging
Now 49% Off
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Petite inseam
Fashionable panels and stitching
Hidden side zipper for a flattering fit
Cons
One reviewer noted a chemical smell that dissipated over time
Ann Taylor is popular for its petite options in a range of sizes from 00-16. The panels and stitching make these leggings dressier than traditional ones, so you can even wear them to work. With a hidden side zipper and a high-waisted fit, reviewers rave that they're "perfect, stretchy, and comfortable."
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Best Plus Size Faux Leather Leggings
Torrid Faux Leather Black Platinum Legging
Credit: Torrid
Pros
Sizes 10-30
Tummy smoothing waistband
Reviewers love that they run true to size
Cons
Lay flat to dry
Available in sizes 10-30, Torrid is a popular plus size brand offering on trend dresses, jackets, and more. These faux leather leggings are made with stretchy polyester/spandex fabric and feature a "tummy smoothing waistband." Make sure to wash them in cold water and lay them flat to dry.
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Best Activewear Faux Leather Leggings
Athleta Delancey Gleam Tight
Now 75% Off
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Ideal to wear when traveling
Cooler than other picks
Regular, tall, and petite sizing
Cons
Only faux leather in the front
While faux leather leggings aren't designed for exercise, this pick from Athleta uses the brand's Sculptex fabric to wick away moisture when commuting or traveling. The front features shiny faux leather material, while the back is matte nylon/spandex fabric. Only available in black, this pick does have regular, tall, and petite sizing up to an XL.
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Best Metallic Faux Leather Leggings
Express High Waisted Metallic Vegan Leather Leggings
Credit: Express
Pros
Gold and silver metallic shades
Super soft fleece like lining
Luxurious shine
Cons
Not as stretchy as other leggings, according to reviewers
In both gold and silver, these metallic vegan leather leggings from Express are popular for their luxurious sheen. Reviewers rave that the color looks amazing in person and the lining is super soft, but a few recommend letting them air out to dissipate the smell before wearing.
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Best Print Faux Leather Leggings
Carbon38 High Rise Full-Length Legging In Crocodile Takara Shine
Pros
Crocodile embossed print
Compressive nylon and lycra fabric
Matching sports bra available too
Cons
Reviewers note they're not supportive enough for high impact exercise
These splurge worthy leggings from Carbon38 have a croc embossed print in a variety of bright shades, including red, blue, and silver. The compressive nylon and lycra fabric has a glossy finish with a super wide waistband that'll stay secure during any activity. Complete the look with the matching sports bra.
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Best Embellished Faux Leather Leggings
Topshop Fliss Biker Faux Leather Leggings
Credit: Topshop
Pros
Edgy zipper details
Black, cream, and green shades
Reviewers love that they fit more like pants than leggings
Cons
Look at the brand's size chart closely before purchasing
These edgy leggings from Topshop feature shiny faux leather fabric with a visible front zipper and side zippers. Available in black, cream, and green, reviewers love their comfortable fit and that "the details make these leggings look more like pants." Make sure to check the size chart closely for a proper fit.

Emma SeymourTextiles, Paper & Apparel Lab Associate Director
Emma Seymour (she/her) is the associate director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Textiles, Paper and Apparel Lab, where she has led testing for luggage, pillows, towels, tampons and more since 2018. She graduated from Cornell University with a bachelor of science in fiber science and apparel design and a minor in gerontology, completing research in the Body Scanner Lab on optimizing activewear for athletic performance.
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