How to Choose Leggings, Shorts, Flared Leggings & Pants
The easiest way to choose activewear bottoms is to start with the shape you want to wear. Prefer a close-fitting line? Start with leggings. Want a wider hem? Compare flared leggings. Looking for a more relaxed outfit? Explore joggers or wide-leg pants. Prefer a shorter studio option? Compare shorts.
This guide compares five options in the Flowmango collection and the details to check before choosing your pair.
Choose your silhouette
Leggings: a close-fitting starting point
Inner Flow Leggings Black have a high waist and a sculpted silhouette. Choose this style when you want a streamlined base for an outfit. A tank keeps the combination simple; a zip-up gives you a layer to add before or after your plans.
Before choosing a size, look at the product's fit description and available size information. Think about how you prefer the waistband to feel and how much coverage you want when you bend or sit.
Flared leggings: a fitted upper leg with a wider finish
Deep Flow Flared Leggings Black combine a high waist with a long flared leg. This is a useful option if you like the look of leggings through the upper leg but want the hem to open out.
Consider the shoes you plan to wear and where you want the hem to fall. Overall fit and leg length matter as much as the size label. For S–XL inseam measurements, see the Flowmango Bottoms Size Guide before ordering.
Joggers: an easy shape for a casual outfit
Deep Flow Jogger Pants Black offer a relaxed jogger silhouette and pockets. Start here if your outfit revolves around walking, travel or everyday plans and you prefer a looser-looking alternative to leggings.
Try a simple tank with a zip-up layer. Check the product photos and description to decide whether the waist, leg shape and pocket placement suit the way you want to wear them.
Wide-leg pants: a relaxed, full-length line
Deep Flow Wide Pants Black have a relaxed wide-leg silhouette and a full-length line. Compare them with flared leggings if you want more width through the leg rather than an opening concentrated toward the hem.
For a simple outfit, pair the wider leg with a closer-fitting top. If you prefer loose layers throughout, keep the colors similar to tie the outfit together. Check the length with your intended footwear before deciding on a size.
4-inch shorts: a shorter, close-fitting option
Deep Flow Shorts Black 4" have a high waist and a close-fitting 4-inch silhouette. Start here when you prefer less leg coverage for warm days or studio movement. Compare the waist, thigh and inseam with a pair you own before choosing a size.
Our Bottoms Size Guide lists S–XL flat garment measurements in centimeters. These describe the shorts laid flat, not body circumferences. Consider the fabric stretch and how close you want the fit.
Try a two-piece outfit
For a streamlined look: Pair Inner Flow Leggings Black with Inner Flow Control Bra Black. Compare the fit and support details on each product page before choosing your size.
For a flared line: Style Deep Flow Flared Leggings Navy with Urban Flow Tank Top Charcoal. Check the product photos, current sizes and availability before ordering.
Build around what you already wear
Start with one pair of bottoms and a top you already like. Then decide whether you need another layer. Black is an easy place to begin if you want to combine pieces across your wardrobe; a second color can change the outfit without changing its shape.
To explore the current range, browse Flowmango bottoms and tops and layers. Check each product page for its current colors, sizes, price and availability.
Check these details before ordering
- Fit: Compare the product's shape and fit notes with a pair you enjoy wearing. A size label alone does not tell you how a garment will fit.
- Length: Decide where you want the hem to sit. For a specific measurement, contact Flowmango with the product name and size you are considering.
- Care: Read the product's care information and follow the garment label when it arrives.
- Delivery and returns: Review the current shipping policy and return policy before checkout, including timing, eligibility and costs.
Are flared leggings and wide-leg pants the same?
They create different shapes. Flared leggings fit more closely through the upper leg before opening toward the hem. Wide-leg pants create a broader line through more of the leg. Compare the product photos and fit descriptions to decide which shape you prefer.
Where should I start if I am undecided?
Choose the silhouette you already reach for most often, then compare one alternative. If you wear leggings frequently, try comparing them with flared leggings. If you prefer relaxed pants, start with joggers and wide-leg styles. Your wardrobe, preferred fit and intended outfit are better starting points than choosing by the name alone.
Explore the Flowmango bottoms collection
Choosing a top to wear with your pair? Read our bra, tank and zip-up guide for ways to build the outfit.
Questions about sizes, U.S. shipping or returns? Read the Flowmango activewear FAQ before ordering.
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