Dress Yoga Pants: 7 Best Stretchy Yoga Pants for Work or Date Night

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Dress Yoga Pants: 7 Best Stretchy Yoga Pants for Work or Date Night

Say goodbye to stuffy pant suits and uncomfortable skirts! The latest invention in the world of athleisure actually transitions seamlessly to business attire. Dress yoga pants are like the dream pant child of comfy yoga pants and business dress pants.

They’re stretchy, sweat-wicking, and ridiculously comfortable. Even when you’re literally wearing yoga pants to work, nobody will ever know. Here are the top 7 yoga dress pants for any style or wardrobe.

Top 7 Best Yoga Dress Pants:

Best Overall: Yogipace Women’s Straight Leg Yoga Dress PantsBest Wide Leg: Lululemon City Sleek 5 Pocket Wide Leg PantBest Lightweight: Athleta Brooklyn Heights PantBest Ankle Pant: Athleta Brooklyn Ankle PantBest Skinny Fit: Marycrafts Women’s Pull On Stretch Yoga Dress Business PantsStretchiest Fit: Baleaf Women’s Yoga Dress PantsBest Straight Leg: Willit Women’s Yoga Dress Pants

Best Overall:

Yogipace, Belt Loops, Women's Petite/Regular/Tall Dress Pant Straight Leg Yoga Work Pants Slacks...

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These dress yoga pants have been deemed the best Betabrand dupe for a fraction of the price. At under $40, they’re an amazing deal and feel surprisingly high quality. They are super flattering for both curvy and slim body types and they have all the flexibility you need throughout the work day. We love the versatility, straight leg fit, and wrinkle-resistant stretch fabric. They offer extended sizes and several inseam options for any height.

Buttery smooth, high stretch, yet thick enough to be professionalNon-see-throughStraight leg silhouetteSoft enough to lounge inPull-on elastic waistband with faux buttonExtremely versatilePetite and extended sizes9+ color options
May have a slight sheen to them that looks less professional in the officeLint-attracting materialMay cause a muffin top

Casual, stylish, and effortlessly cool, these work pants are reminiscent of professional work jeans, but they’re made with Lulu’s signature Warpstreme fabric. They are breathable, quick-drying, sweat-wicking and naturally wrinkle resistant (thank goodness, no ironing!) We love the way the fabric feels smooth and falls softly away from your body as you move. The wide leg and high rise are markedly trendy, yet professional enough to dress up at work. These pants feature five pockets and a zippered front.

Professional and busienss casualExtremely comfortableLike jeans, but stretchy and softNo sweat stainsNaturally wrinkle resistantDon’t bunch at the knees or ride upInclude pockets and a fly zipperThin, breathable material
Lighter colors may be slightly see through (reviewers say dark colors are best for business casual)

If you get sweaty during commutes or long meetings, Athleta’s Brooklyn Heights Pants are next-level cooling, yet look as professional as regular dress slacks. They’re made with a featherweight recycled polyester and spandex material. The packable fabric is perfect for work travel because it easily airs out wrinkles.

These straight leg pants are semi-fitted and skim easily over your body. They have a stylish split bottom at the ankle. You can dress them up for business meetings or dress down for travel. We love the four-way stretch and polished look.

Super lightweightCrazy comfortable for any work environmentPackable and wrinkle-free for work travelStylish straight leg with split hemNatural waist (not high rise)Great for office wear or fashion-forward outfitsLook like classic work pants
Only three colorsMaterial is very thin

These yoga dress pants scream business casual and have all the benefits of Athleta’s Brooklyn Heights collection, plus a flattering ankle cut. There is enough spandex that they feel like stretchy yoga pants around the waistband. The semi-fitted style is post-lunch friendly and never feeling restricting. We love how these pants look with heels or dress shoes.

Stretchy and lightweightSilky sleek feelRib knit waistband with side panels for mobilityFlattering ankle cutVery versatile addition to your work outfits
Thin fabricMay need to size upNo belt loops

Best Skinny Fit:

Marycrafts Women's Pull On Stretch Yoga Dress Business Work Pants 16 Black

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You could literally do yoga in these pants and then throw on a blazer and head straight to a meeting. This budget-friendly yoga dress pants option is durable, ultra-flexible, and deceivingly comfy. With belt loops and faux back pockets, they look super professional. Yet you can easily pull them on and off and feel stress-free with the elastic waistband.

Super cheap optionPull-on comfortable fitBelt loopsThick and breathable materialLarge front pockets and back faux pocketsDress up or down with different topsGreat office pants for short womenProfessional look
Thinner and tighter than other optionsNeed special washing (cool temperature and hang dry)Mid-rise could fit awkward on some body types

Stretchiest Fit:

BALEAF Women's Yoga Dress Pants Black Stretchy Work Slacks Business Casual Pull on Trousers with...

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For slacks that feel like the stretchiest closest cousins to yoga pants, look no further than this Amazon pick with over 3,000 positive reviews. These yoga dress pants are pull-on with belt loops and a faux zipper and button. They don’t dig in or show sweat stains, plus they have real front and back pockets to store your phone or wallet. We love the straight leg fit that compliments your curves and looks great with flats, pumps, or even athletic shoes. Pair with your favorite casual tee or a professional blouse.

Under $50Belt loopsBig useable pocketsNo button digging in87% nylon and 13% spandexMachine washableAvailable in 29″, 31″, and 33″ inseams10+ professional colors
May be too tight for workwear on some body typesCheap looking

Best Straight Leg:

Willit 31" Women's Dress Yoga Pants Belt Loops Work Slacks Office Casual Straight Leg Trousers...

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For dress yoga pants that look almost identical to dress slacks, Willit doesn’t disappoint. These straight leg work pants are made of a rayon, nylon, and spandex blend that feels thicker than other options but still flexible and buttery soft like yoga pants. The faux button and faux fly give you a business pant look without feeling restrictive. We love nice the waistband looks with your shirt tucked in.

Budget option under $40Faux button and faux flyOffice-style slash pockets and 2 rear pocketsButtery soft materialHigh rise tummy controlFour way stretchFeel like leggingsFormal look66% rayon, 29% nylon, 5% spandex blend
Run small and might shrink in washMay fit bulky in the crotch areaNot as tight as other options

How to Style Yoga Dress Pants

The best thing about dress yoga pants is you can dress them up or down. Styling is a breeze for meetings, business casual, or regular commutes. You can even do a lunch break yoga session, then toss on a top and head back to the office.

For a classic professional suit look, style dress yoga pants with a structured blazer:

The Avenue Blazer from Athleta is made with a structured Euroluxe fabric that protects you from the sun and never needs to be ironed. It is flowy and smooth like a wrap, yet has a sleek style that screams “boss lady”.

For an oversized blazer look, style your dress yoga pants with a longer blazer:

If you feel like dress yoga pants are a little too tight to be worn on their own, The Drop Women’s Blake Long Blazer has enough length to cover you booty and still look chic. Pair with some pumps or flats for an effortless modern take on the classic female suit.

For business casual, try this top:

If your dress yoga pants are thick enough to tuck in a shirt (the Willit Women’s Yoga Dress Pants are our favorite for just that reason), toss on an oversized collared shirt like the Oversized Poplin Top from Athleta. We love how breathable and flowy it feels.

FAQs

Can you wear yoga pants as dress pants?

Most classic yoga pants are too tight or revealing to pass as dress pants. However, there are many new styles of dress yoga pants from Lululemon, Athleta, and Betabrand that feel like yoga pants, yet look dressy enough to wear to work. They have sleek styles that look like slacks but feel stretchy and breathable like yoga pants.

Can yoga pants be business casual?

The general consensus about yoga pants for the workplace says “as long as your butt isn’t showing, you can dress them up.” Pairing with a tunic or oversized blazer can quickly take your yoga leggings from workout spandex to dressy athleisure. But an even better option are dress yoga pants that feel like leggings yet have the professional slack style.

Are yoga pants professional?

As long as your yoga pants aren’t see-through, excessively tight nor baggy, you can dress them up for the workplace. However, dress yoga pants are truly the best option because they are made specifically to look like work pants but feel as comfortable as classic yoga pants.