Should I Get 25 or 28 Lululemon Leggings?

Table of Contents

• Quick Answer
• 1. What Do 25" and 28" Actually Mean?
• 2. 25 vs 28 Lululemon Leggings: Side-by-Side
• 3. Which Length Is Better for Your Height?
• 4. Best Choice by Activity & Lifestyle
• 5. Common Fit Mistakes People Make
• FAQs
• What Brands Can Learn from Lululemon’s Length Strategy

Quick Answer

If you’re average height or shorter, get 25".
If you’re tall or want full ankle coverage, get 28".

From my experience working with activewear manufacturing, fit development, and size grading, inseam choice affects comfort, proportions, and how leggings stay in place — not just how long they look.

1. What Do 25" and 28" Actually Mean?

The numbers 25" and 28" refer to the inseam length, measured from the crotch seam down to the hem.

Official brand reference:
👉 Lululemon

• 25" = ankle length for most people
• 28" = full-length / floor-skimming on taller bodies

Neither is “better” — they’re built for different bodies and use cases.

2. 25 vs 28 Lululemon Leggings: Side-by-Side

Key takeaway:
Wrong length = bunching, slipping, or awkward proportions.

3. Which Length Is Better for Your Height?

Choose 25" if you are:

• under 5'7"
• between sizes and want a clean ankle line
• wearing leggings with sneakers or trainers
• doing yoga, pilates, or daily wear

Choose 28" if you are:

• 5'7" or taller
• long-legged with a short torso
• wearing leggings outdoors or in cold weather
• wanting full ankle or shoe coverage

My honest take:
Most people who are unsure should start with 25".

4. Best Choice by Activity & Lifestyle

For yoga & studio workouts

✔ 25" — no excess fabric, better control

For running & outdoor wear

✔ 28" — more coverage, warmer feel

For everyday athleisure

✔ 25" for cropped look
✔ 28" for sleek, elongated silhouette

Important:
Length changes how leggings move on your body.

5. Common Fit Mistakes People Make

❌ Buying 28" because “longer looks better”
→ causes bunching at ankles

❌ Buying 25" when you want full coverage
→ feels too short when sitting or stretching

❌ Ignoring torso-to-leg proportion
→ height alone isn’t everything

Fit rule:
Leg length + how you move > height alone.

FAQs

Q1: Are 25" leggings cropped?
No — they’re ankle-length for most people.

Q2: Do 28" leggings shrink?
Not significantly with proper care, but excess length will still bunch if you’re shorter.

Q3: Which length is more flattering?
25" for most body types; 28" for tall or long-legged builds.

Q4: Can I hem Lululemon leggings?
Yes, but choosing the correct inseam from the start is better.

What Brands Can Learn from Lululemon’s Length Strategy

Lululemon’s success with 25" and 28" inseams highlights an important lesson:

Fit options matter as much as fabric quality.

At 👉 fukigymwear,
we help brands design leggings with multiple inseam options so customers don’t have to compromise on fit.

What We Support

• multi-inseam leggings development
• size grading & proportion optimization
• real-body wear testing
• low-MOQ OEM / ODM manufacturing
• private-label activewear production

Choosing between 25" and 28" isn’t about trends —
it’s about how leggings actually fit you.