Australian Made Yoga Pants vs Leggings: Find Your Perfect Style

If you’ve ever wondered about the difference between yoga pants and leggings, you’re not alone. At Lahay, we’re often asked about the difference between our Australian made yoga pants and leggings- so let’s break it down to help you find the style that feels just right.

The Basics

Our yoga shorts and 3/4 yoga pants are made from the same base pattern (called a pattern block) as our long yoga pants. Similarly, our bike/exercise shorts and 3/4 leggings are based on our long leggings. For simplicity, we’ll refer to these groups as “yoga pants” and “leggings”- just keep in mind that the shorter versions have the same fit as their longer counterparts.

Leggings (also known as tights)

Our Australian made leggings are slim‑fitting and hug the legs and body. They feature a 20mm elastic casing at the waist, giving you a secure and comfortable fit.

They’re perfect to pair with longer tops, like our boat neck T‑shirts and tunics. Many of our customers love wearing leggings in different lengths throughout the year for more rigorous exercise, because they stay in place no matter how much you move.

Yoga Pants

Our Australian made yoga pants are designed to be both flattering and cosy.

• Flattering: They feature a soft, fold‑down waistband that hugs the stomach and creates a smooth silhouette.
• Cosy: They’re a looser fit than leggings, more like a soft pair of trousers.

They’re ideal for less vigorous exercise like yoga, but also perfect for lounging at home. Picture this: a rainy day, a pair of Lahay yoga pants, a hot coffee ☕ and a good book 📙. Bliss.

Our reviews show that yoga pants aren’t only for downtime. Customers love wearing them to work as well, appreciating both their comfort and smart appearance.

Which One’s Right for You?

• Choose leggings if you want a sleek, body‑hugging fit that stays put during active workouts.
• Choose yoga pants if you prefer a relaxed, comfortable style that still flatters your shape.

Both styles are versatile and made from the same quality cotton/spandex fabric. And because they’re ethically made right here in Australia by us, you can feel good knowing your purchase supports a local small business.

Learn More
We’ve also written a blog post answering some of the most common questions about our yoga pants.

Do you want to know how we make our yoga pants? Watch out video here.