How to Avoid See-Through Leggings
Follow these simple tips to avoid see-through leggings.
Let’s face it, there’s nothing worse than getting ready to hit your squat PB but being held back by a lack of confidence in your leggings, for fear they’ll turn sheer. We want you to feel confident that your leggings can stand up to the stretch test.
What to look for in squat-proof leggings
We aim for all our leggings to be flexible, durable, and — most importantly — opaque. But there are a few extra things to keep in mind to help you choose the right ‘fit.
Material
Look out for high-quality stretch blends designed specifically for performance wear — you’ll find the exact fabric composition listed in each product’s description. Fit and fabric can make a difference, and a little stretch is part of the game — that’s what helps a good pair of leggings feel and move like a second skin.
Fit
Sizing down might seem like a good idea for that compression feel, but too-tight leggings can cause the material to overstretch. When that happens, the fabric’s knit can open up — and that’s when sheerness sneaks in.
✔️ To find the best size for you, always check the product’s own size guide before adding to your basket, since fit can vary between styles.
Colour
Lighter colours (like pastel pinks, yellows, and pale blues) can sometimes show more than you’d like — especially under strong gym lighting. Wearing tonal underwear can help, but if you’re going for lighter shades, we recommend sizing up for extra coverage.
Darker colours like black, grey, dark green and brown are solid, reliable choices.
Patterns are your besties
If you’re worried about sheerness or VPL (visible panty lines), patterns and prints are a great shout — they offer extra visual coverage while still giving you the same comfort and performance as a solid colour.
Last but not least
Everybody moves differently, and that can mean a little variation in coverage from person to person. We’ve designed our range with you in mind, for those sweaty HIIT days, heavy leg days and of course those well-earned rest (and maybe some pizza) days. While no pair can promise to be 100% squat-proof for everyone, our fit and fabric guides are here to help you find the style that feels right for you. It’s all part of striking the perfect balance between flexibility, comfort, and coverage — something every high-performance legging has in common, not just Gymineer.
Have More Questions?
Get in touch with our Customer Support team at support@gymineer.com and we’ll be happy to help.