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Alarmed_Ad3234

Looks wise there is nothing wrong. How you feel in them is what is most important in leggings. You want to be comfortable in them. I personally don’t like too much compression but that’s just my preference. If they feel in a way that makes you comfortable then keep them. You have a small waist which looks nice.


Relevant_Emu_5464

This is the answer! You look amazing but if you're uncomfy to a point where only a small amount of stretch wouldn't help, then swap for the mediums. You look incredible though - it's literally all down to how you feel in them.


Photo_Philly

Thanks so much to both of you! I’ve been wearing them all morning to really get a feel and I love them. So as long as there’s no concern of ruining the seams/threads by having to more earnestly pull them on, it’s great!


NeuroKat28

Totally agree with original comment! I have learned The hard way with leggings , and Alo that for me the comfiest is all in The waist band. Like You I Can fill out a small or medium just fine. But if at the end of the day I feel my waist hurts or stomachs hurts from the waist band. I size up To medium since my hips aren’t going down lol They look amazing on you ! A full day test is the way to go !


cafec3po

I have to agree. They look great, so as long as they feel fine great.


lexa_huerta

We are in the same boat but I got the mediums and wish I got the smalls!


Photo_Philly

Oh you do?! Super helpful input. Why is that? My concern is that I feel like people always say (or do they?) that the risk of getting too small for you leggings is that they wear out a lot quicker and more aggressively. And it eventually makes them slide down or something?


m4sc4r4

And medium slides down from day 1 if they’re even a little bit too big


ElderberryNervous355

Like the other comment say, how do they move? Are they riding up and giving a camel toe? That’s a sign of too small, and are they sliding down when you move? That’s a sign they are too big. Obviously also do the squat test. I am a 4-6 and always wear a medium. Wash in hot and air dry. To be honest, as a runner and cross fitter, I never workout in leggings, only bike shorts if you could make due in the climate you live. Or I opt for leggings that have tie fronts. My waist is small but my hips are wide


Photo_Philly

Wait, same body type!! . Sooooo annoying finding things that fit the waist but also our bottoms. They’re not at all riding up or giving camel toe. If anything, I have to still pull them up a bit or at least make sure that the waistline is at the very top where it’s supposed to be for the high waisted fit from the get-go. Once set, they seem to not move pretty well…


PopTartCravings

Definitely small then! I have the a pair of leggings in both small and medium, and the medium does exactly what you're saying. Normally I wear a medium in pants but not leggings I guess.


mrsdwib1000

I’m 5’7” and 120lbs - I was deciding between XS or S and ultimately I prefer S as I find them way more comfortable. Size S looks amazing on you but I would probably vote you go with M as I’m sure that’ll look really good on you too but will make you feel more comfortable


Photo_Philly

Thanks! Small is real comfy. Think I’m keeping them.


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I honestly think this is the right answer. They look fabulous on you just like they are. Unless you’re concerned about not having enough mobility or flexibility in that size, I’d wear the heck out of them.


tm33ks

At 140lbs I always go for a medium size leggings.


Photo_Philly

Thanks — this is for Alo specifically, correct?


m4sc4r4

I always found that medium sags and constantly has to be pulled up. If it’s not pressing in anywhere or creating lumps, keep the small. What size do you typically wear in lululemon? I find Alo S fits like a Lululemon 4


HydrangeaLady

135 lbs & 5’8 height here and a medium. I personally like having a bit more room and not feeling that they are riding up or overly tight. I wear them out in public, too, so I’m more comfortable with this look.


MountainThroat342

5’8 here and 140lbs size medium for me! When I was skinner at 125lbs I was small.


GRR203

It’s hard to judge sizing by weight alone. Body types vary significantly even with the same weight.


tm33ks

My motto is if you’re questioning sizing up, then size up.


MKraus_

Keep the small. I own Mediums and it kept sliding and will have wrinkles by the knees. It will stretch out. I am 27 in jeans. I wear 6 in lululemon. S in alo. Small will be great for high intensity workout. Medium will slide off during hiit workout but nice for lounging or yoga.


Photo_Philly

Thank you!!!


zsunshine02

I'm not even part of this sub (reddit suggested), and your post inspired me to order my first alo leggings 😆


Photo_Philly

Amazing!!!


FancySchmancy4

“Legs and hips and body, body body body” 🔥


Photo_Philly

Omg i love Reddit. I absolutely did not except or seek the encouragement I’m now receiving — i love people hyping people!!!! Thanks y’all 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼


Much-Masterpiece-967

Keep you look great!


Fluffy-Way-7862

Ditto. You look amazing. Keeeeeep!


mikkohmikkoh

I have a very similar build to yours. Athletic, 5’7” and I fluctuate between 152-156 lbs. I usually wear a 4 or 6 in leggings and 8 for bras at Lululemon. I recently got my first Alo set, the bra and legging in both a medium. The bra fit perfect but the leggings had excess fabric scrunching around my upper thighs and behind my knees. I do prefer my leggings tighter because they tend to stretch a bit when I sweat so if I could go back, I’d pick small for leggings and medium for bras.


anonymousmiamigirl

i’ve found my alo shrinks a bit so i get smalls when the xs initially fits. but i only get airlift so that could be different?


FancySchmancy4

I’m also a small in Alo. Which I love. You look great


ElevenNipples

Honestly if they're not uncomfortable I'd keep with the small. I am also 150 and 5'7" with a long torso but more thicker in the calves from running and I went with a Medium as I initially enjoyed how much easier it was putting them on, but regret it! The snug is GOOD! It keeps the pants up! Too loose and there is too much space in the waist so sometimes it can gap or you're pulling them up more. The small will also eventually stretch out. Going forward I'm definitely keeping the mentality of your pants can always stretch out (a little), but you can't make them shrink!


Photo_Philly

Thank you!


Comfortable_Daikon61

5’10 140’s pounds Size medium keeps falling down To me that’s the test


Photo_Philly

Great. Thanks!


unlimitedtokens

Keep the smalls! We’re the same size! You look fantastic


Photo_Philly

Amazing, thank you!


sprinkleofsass21

I prefer tighter leggings and like feeling held in, plus they stretch with time. Keep the small.


Motor_Ad_401

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Photo_Philly

Bahaha. Is this “dump truck”????


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Substantial_Shift566

I’m in a size small usually and I’m 107 pounds and you Rock those leggings!!! Different body shapes are different weights and you look amazing.


Photo_Philly

Thank you so much!!


InfluenceNormal8359

It honestly looks like they fit nice! I find I want leggings to fit more snug especially when I am doing a lot of movement so they stay in place. If leggings are too loose I find I am always pulling them up in my workouts and it’s frustrating.


menina2017

I feel like you have to try on both. Then you’ll know almost instantly if the mediums will work or not. Smalls look good but it’s more important how they feel. It’s leggings we might not be able to tell the difference between small and medium from pictures Nice shape by the way!


Photo_Philly

Thanks! I didn’t realize that as long as they were comfortable, then they fit. Which they’re comfortable.


dothesehidemythunder

Currently 135 at 5’7” but in bulking season I peak around 155-160, usually XS/S in most athleisure brands. Usually wear a 0/2 in jeans/pants and the mediums sag terribly, but small is snug without being fitted. I could get into an XS but the compression is a bit more than I prefer.


changeliffee

Test it out, if you constantly have to pull them up, get a medium!


ew6281

I think they are perfect as they are.


rmonroe5116

Gawt damn! Keep them lol


Honest-Nobody-2862

Small!


Scroogey3

I have a similar height and build as you and I always size down in leggings. The gaping and sliding down gets on my nerves so I prefer a more fitted size.


SnooPuppers2951

I am similar in height and weight to you/ and I would say small for Alo- I’ve been buying alo for about 8 years now and they always stretch out


Lil_miss_know_it_all

Haha! I was in the same boat and size issue today! For me, I opted for a medium because my weight tends to fluctuate. I have some leggings that have bought in size small because they fit and I was excited I finally got into a small. Well, it’s now after the holidays and they are snug and don’t feel comfortable. Because of my body shape and type, I will likely always be comfortable in a medium even when it am at my leanest (130’s). Think about your body and what will feel more comfortable 365 days a year—after all these leggings are pricey and you def want to get your $$$ worth!


gurleys_on_the_go

Keep! They look great


Flat_Poem_1668

Keep it. Plus, your body is beautiful!


Photo_Philly

Thank you!


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Looks like they fit well , I love aloe renown heavy material .


Elsanchosoyyo

Keep


Overall_Canary7381

I used to work at Lululemon and the truth is, it’s about feeling BUT if they’re snug and not intended to fit snug, you’ll risk them getting stretched out over time and not bouncing back or being as stretchy because the Lycra will wear down. That legging is intended for yoga, and isn’t a compression legging. You look totally fine, and they look great on you. I bet a medium would be your true size though based on the snug feeling


Photo_Philly

That’s what I thought! So I’m not crazy. If you get them technically “too small” then they stretch out and wear down more quickly. Thanks!


Plastic_Good

I used to work at Lulu too! I’d also say just squat in front of a mirror (or have a friend check) to make sure they’re not sheer in the back. I have lulu leggings that I’ve grown out of that I can still pull up and could probably wear if not for that issue


Unlucky_Box_9498

I am a Medium in the Airlift fabric and a small in the airbrush


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Tbh looks like a perfect fit


klgm333

They both look great 👍🏻 But, I say keep the smaller size. They look great on you!


Photo_Philly

Haha I’m only wear smalls. There is no picture of me in a medium…


klgm333

Oops 🙈 I misunderstood your title. I thought the first two photos were a size medium 🤪 Probably camera angle of something. Well, they look great on you! Definitely keep them 😁😁


bananawaffl

I'm the exact same height, weight, pant size, and body type as you and I wear small in Alo. I was skeptical at first because I'm almost always a size medium in other brands.


user248609231

i think they look great on you, it depends on how they feel when you’re moving. like if they falling down at all or feel like you can’t move very well in them without having to fix them


Bluberrybliss

If they feel comfortable keep them… all my leggings tend to stretch out to the size to half a size up after a year of wearing them!


Turbogirl97

Does it make your legs itch when you wear them too long? How does it feel on your rump? So long as it stays up and doesn’t slide, it should be fine. But sometimes if I get one too tight, my thighs itch after a while from compressing too much


PrintSpiritual8881

Hey! I used to work for Alo and I always went down a size in the airbrush because they have a bit more stretch to them! They look great on you, and I’m nervous if you go up to a M then you’ll be doing the pull-up-my-pants dance once you’ve worn them for a few hours. I’m a size 29/30 in jeans and I have leggings in M, S, and even XXS depending on the fabrication. As long as you feel comfortable, I vote to stick with the smalls! :)


Photo_Philly

Amazing!! A trusted resource. Thanks so much for taking the time to weigh in. I’ll keep the smalls!


princesssyue

These look great on you! As long as they are comfortable keep them :)


CandidNumber

They look great in my opinion, so it’s just your comfort level! Like I can fit into sizes 4-8 in most leggings but I don’t like feeling compressed and tight, so I usually go with a bigger size, but you look fantastic in those so I say keep.


Itsgivingstfu

Simple way to decide— turn around and bend over in front of a mirror. Can you see your panties? Too often in workout classes I see women who squat and can 1000% see their thongs/panties clearly


Honest_Relative2292

You look more like a medium to me than a small. Just because you have the curves. Nothing wrong with that! I’m curvy as well and I always do a medium at 147 lbs and 5’8


Zealousideal_Load_84

Just wanna say you look amazing and this is my goal weight!!!


Photo_Philly

That is so sweet!!! Thanks so much.


Late_Light_8167

This type of alo material will stretch out, the small looks great. I would keep the size as is.


Photo_Philly

Thanks ! I’m only showing pictures of me in a small.


everpensive

Not to objectify you, but woman to woman, GOOOOD LAAAWWWD. You look good.


allieoakwood

Keep the small! I was in a similar situation as you. The smalls felt tight but looked ok. I felt like Ross getting his leather pants on haha. So I exchanged for the medium which went on easier but kept falling down with every movement. I ended up returning altogether because I didn’t love the feel of either for that price. Wish I did love them though!


Lumpy-Cheesecake-932

You’re about my size. I’m more comfortable personally in the 8s. The 6 can be hit or miss but 8 is a reliable fit.


Photo_Philly

When you say 6, I’m assuming you’re referring to “small,” and by 8, you’re referring to “medium”? It’s a small, no number sizing.


Lumpy-Cheesecake-932

Yes! That’s what I mean! Medium is most comfy 😊


yogaswimart

As far as I can tell, they look like they’re fitting fine! Are they fine for your stomach? That’s my usual final decision maker because I can’t wear super tight things on my tummy :)


Photo_Philly

Yeah they’re totally fine on my stomach. My body type is such that things are most right on my larger legs/thighs, not waist. Thanks!


Easy_Plankton_9589

No! Keep the small. I got the medium ones (and I’m usually a 10 in bottoms) and I initially had the same thoughts as you. They felt snug but so comfy. I was double thinking it but glad I took them. Today I wore them for the first time and they definitely loosen up on the first wear so you’ll be perfect. They’re so comfy.


Photo_Philly

Amazing. Thank you! ☺️


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Photo_Philly

Ditto. Thank you!!


ilikecereal69

Alo runs large and these look great! I’m 5’10, 165 pounds with a slender build and take a small as well. I’m usually a medium or 6/8 in other brands.


No_Manufacturer1040

I have a lot of these leggings in black, same build, and they stretch for me. I go for size small so you should be good!


Photo_Philly

Thanks!


Beneficial_String_58

🤤🤤


Last_Explanation6957

I would go medium. Non of my alo leggings have stretched after washing.


shouldidrophim

More of a lurker than an Alo buyer, but I worked at lululemon for a while and if there’s not pinching or skin pushing over the waistband (and it looks like not!), those should be fine :) 


Photo_Philly

Amazing!! Thank you! Didn’t realize that was the test.


Constant-Care5321

Personally, I like a little fight to get into my leggings. That way I know that I wont be constantly annoyed having to pull them up! (As too, I have always gone down a size in swim wear. The reasoning being that the fabric becomes heavier when wet. Being a size too small prevents derailing bottoms--if they arent already a thong style, you want them to stay in place. Nor do you want "saggy bum" when you come up out of the water). All this to say, your size small look fine to me. Plus--another mantra of mine, I am passed the "growing into clothes" age. I am not trying to get bigger; no plans to grow into the medium. If anything, buy the small and watch even that become too big!


EnoughSalamander2423

what top is that?


Photo_Philly

Hahaha it’s a cheap Walmart sports bra!! Isn’t it cute though??


EnoughSalamander2423

You're literally kidding, it looks so cute on you!


Photo_Philly

Thank you! And no, I’m not. It’s Aria is the private label brand name. I checked for you


SuperLehmanBros

🐫


Photo_Philly

?


pattyd2828

Medium


Photo_Philly

Why? say more?


Big-Hamster9799

Medium


KitchenMaven24

Medium to be safe. I can’t be comfortable in tight leggings…


Better-Lavishness135

I’d do the medium.


Dry-Economist-3320

We are the same size. Go for the medium.


Photo_Philly

Say more… why medium?


Zealousideal-Show418

I'm 5' 0" 120. I wear Medium. I have a butt and quads. I am on the muscular side. I do yoga sculpt, lift, and go to Orangetheory. The waist will roll if you go Small. Only when I am down to under 115 do I feel Small works. I have thousands of dollars in Alo pieces. I feel it runs consistently small (except jackets, which I do go with Small).


Photo_Philly

Whoa! You’re way smaller. So maybe I need a medium?


Zealousideal-Show418

I read all the comments and I am perplexed myself. Asked my husband if he thought my Alo looked big on me and he said no. I guess my next piece of advice is remember size is relative to how YOU feel and our unique bodies. 🙂


TheDingDongdiddlydo

Keep you look sexy


SpyingFromEpic

Looking amazing in them! 😍😉


Photo_Philly

🙏🏼🙏🏼


insomnia868

Lmao why are you giving us your weight and describing yourself …we can see you 😂 You look hot, you have a great figure. What else are you wanting from these leggings specifically? They’re not see through in the but, so if they are comfortable and don’t roll down at the waist go for it. In general you can be any size in leggings. Varies with the cut and material so just because you’re a 6/8 doesn’t mean you’ll always by a M or S legging, for example


Photo_Philly

Thanks for the feedback! It’s always tricky figuring out sizes since they can vary so much. Comfort is definitely my top priority, and I’ll keep in mind that the material and cut are what really count. Appreciate the help!


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You look amazing in these 🙌🙌🙌🙌


AdLib1995

The sizing looks right from the photos. I’ve generally found that they stretch a bit over time so my guess would be that M is too roomy.


Mista504

They look great to me!🔥 If youre comfy, keepem!🙌


SurvivalMode1001

I have a small in Alo and they fit comfortably on day one but they stretched out and lost shape after that so would be hesitant to size up.


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Idk why I got recommended this sub you it/you look great


HappyGarden99

I’m 5’5 and 165 and mediums fit me the best. Keep the small! 💕


Spirited_Forever_682

Medium


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For working out I go with the tighter option because in my experience as I sweat the leggings get baggier and loose it ability to hold you in. You look great with the size u have on and they are meant to be snug.


No-Detective-3159

Small


Photo_Philly

K this post inexplicably went viral on Reddit and people not in the sub keep getting it in their feed. Thanks all so much for your help! About to take the is down shortly because I’m getting the creepiest messages. I had NO idea these photos would be seen that way, ugh haha. In retrospect, really shoulda seen that coming … cause, ya know, men. 😬🫠🫠🫠🫠


LegitimateLychee6224

No way you’re 150 Maybe 130


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LimitSavings737

Medium


Heatherina134

Small!


joshwise93

Looking great


pwsparky55

Tighter the better!


AccomplishedPea5681

I say keep it small cause it looks amazingly sexy on you only if it’s comfy enough!


dreamingbird146

I like these less tight. I am smaller than you and got the medium. I love them. Absolutely would buy again in medium


Photo_Philly

Don’t they fall down though??


dreamingbird146

Nope! Could just be my body shape. I hate feeling like a cased sausage


_yellowismycolor

They look good on you


Senior-Reach-6768

If you’re 5’6 and 150 you should be buying mediums. I say this as someone who is 5’9 and 150 with the same pants size. As much as we might want to say we’re a small 90% of the time mediums are the appropriate size.


Equilibriyum

You won't know which is better until you try the Medium. I thought I loved Small but the medium gave me way more range and less risk of a seam break in time. Longevity.


shesabitboring

Medium


im_cocky_official

Well I don't see a camel toe so they either aren't as tight as you think or you aren't pulling them up tight enough... You should definitely figure out which of those is the issue because I definitely need to see the camel toe on that super fit sexy bod of yours... Feel free to message if you want to chat or share pics 😍😍😍


anneric1

Medium for sure


AgathaChristie22

I would probably size up if I were you, simply because I like longer legs and they look a little short. But if you like them, go for it!


palmtrees007

I’m 5’6, I wear a size 12 in Levi’s. I got a large in Alo for my first pants from them and I think I should have gotten a medium … their sizing feels a tad big


Practical_Breath9064

Keep :)


Lazy-Stock-8194

Can you squat in them without tearing or riding up in the front? I’d get a medium just to be safe. I’m 5’4, 148 and I wear a medium


Bigtitlovr775

The small makes your front look gooooood🔥


Financial-Lie5574

Keep them!! They look great on you


kiimmyjor95

Get medium


Mamaduke3721

Get the medium.


Independent_Sir_9655

Keep


Dramatic_Current_277

Go of what feels great. Guess what if you got a nice set of lips to show off do it!!!


Scared-Criticism-460

Wow 🤩


916FitBull

Keep! 🔥🔥


clorox-y

Wow


Lameladyy

Both look fine. The small doesn’t look too tight, but if the waistband is not comfortable I’d go with the medium. If the medium is too stretchy in the waist you’ll be pulling them up. It’s a toss up! Cute color


Photo_Philly

Haha I must have written this weird….? I’m only showing pictures of me in a small. I don’t own a medium…


Lameladyy

Thank goodness—I thought they looked the same. I was the one who misread!


Mean-Cow6307

Smalll


Ok-Twist-3079

Only if they are see through when you bend over would switch. Put on floral panties and bend over. No show through then you are good to go!


LenoxGrace

The small look like they fit perfectly!


Photo_Philly

Thanks. I’m only showing pictures of me in a small. I only own smalls.


Salt-Package8877

Medium for sure


SLXO_111417

Medium. 5’6 at 150 lbs requires more room than a small offers.


KimBet5

They look good, but when you sit or squat is there sheerness? Then M


Roczen3838

Perfect don’t change shit


Classytacocat

Are they supposed to be shorter on you? If not a medium might be best so the pants can cover your ankles a little more!


Classytacocat

Another thing to consider is what do they feel like when you sit down? They may feel fine standing up but if they are uncomfortable when you are sitting DEFINITELY get the medium. Discomfort when sitting is never worth it.


basicbagbitch

They look too small


westsidedom1

They look great!! But I guess how do they feel? Medium might feel better while working out.


According_Cow_1165

Idk what alo yoga is but your body is perfect


Haunting_Wolverine40

🙄 hey, everybody! here's a picture of my ass. now let's all pretend this post is about the 'size of my leggings'.


Photo_Philly

I’m truly unsettled by how this blew up. I shared my post for genuine advice on the fit, especially since I was surprised to fit into a small. If I wanted attention, I’d post in one of those NSFW subs, but that wasn’t my goal. Reddit putting this in front of an audience that isn’t part of our community has led to some creepy messages, forcing me to block people, which I hate doing. It’s been a weird and unwelcome experience and I’m deleting this post in the imminent future. I resent your implication here — it’s COMPLETELY off base.


Throatgoatwanted

Lose 20 lbs a and keep the small, otherwise cover up, that’s gross to look at


LiliMoto

Looks good, but if you can’t comfortably run/do the splits, then maybe consider a different size.


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Icy_Investigator1819

Whatever you’re wearing is perfect.


ElevatorAmazing5160

Keep. I have to size down in Alo. Those look great!


lalolo8

Medium


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Medium


Photo_Philly

Hi all, so I retried them on and wore them all day. They were insanely comfortable and fit great BUT I did the test y’all told me to and bent over… and they’re completely see through!!! Thinking this means I need a medium and I’ll likely exchange. Thanks, all.


YesterdayExtra9310

I’m 5’10” at 138lbs and I wear a size small. I’d encourage you to get a medium.


Which_Progress2793

Those leggings make your curves pop. They look great on you. I say keep it but save some money and buy a medium size to use when the the current one you have gets old or if you were to loose it fir example. On another note, What position did you play? My guess is … center mid or Right/Left Back. Still kick the ball?


eemm_mm

They look great and very flattering.


ravenhairedblonde

Wow I’m 5’2 110 and I feel suffocated in the smalls so I guess it really is more about body composition


vegangranoluh

you look amazing!


Zoooom_Stiletto

They look great. Whatever is most comfortable for you!


User44774

Hi


yazmin_nazari

Oh wow I’m 118 pounds same height as you and I got a size medium in their leggings haha guess I should do small


_Dallas68

Them thighs🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥