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Run, Don’t Walk — Aerie’s Viral Leggings Are Back In Stock (And They’ve Gone Tie-Dye)
Leggings were already considered to be a pretty universal wardrobe staple even before a global pandemic forced us all to move indoors, and the compressive pant went from off-duty weekend attire to everyday emotional-support necessity. Now, when shoppers catch wind of a supernaturally flattering pair, a virtual shopping stampede ensues. This is precisely what happened last fall, when a video posted by TikTok influencer @hannahschlenker showcased Aerie’s OFFLINE crossover leggings to her (almost) 700,000 followers and they completely sold out, leaving legions of leggings-lovers out in the cold.If you thought 2021 was off to a rocky start, you were right — but right now, we have a glimmer of good news. We discovered that Aerie just restocked these coveted leg-huggers in black for the fifth time — and this time, they’ve added plethora of new styles and colors to the mix. Along with the standard black, there’s now a rainbow of tie-dye tones — including brown, pink, and a summer-ready blue-green — along with a pair designed in collaboration with gymnast Aly Raisman. New silhouettes include a bike short, a shortie bike short, swim bottoms, and — wait for it! — a flared yoga-pant style, proving that the early-aughts bottom is officially back on the scene for summer. If this single brand of activewear won’t satisfy your lounging needs, never fear: we also combed the internet for every single serviceable dupe of the v-waisted style we could find — unearthing options from the likes of Nike, ASOS, Amazon’s Core 10 activewear label, and more. So, if you see a pair of waist-trimming, curve-hugging leggings in your future, get to shopping — while Aerie has expanded their offering considerably, the assortment probably won’t stick around for long.You never want something until you can’t have it. So, each week in The Sell-Out, we’re getting the scoop from your favorite retailers on what’s selling like crazy. Watch this space to find out what everyone’s buying, sign up for waitlists, and keep tabs on restocks.At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. If you buy something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission. Aerie OFFLINE High Waisted Crossover LeggingThe crossover leggings that launched a thousand transactions are back in stock — for now. Nab a pair in black for all of your 2021 couch/gym needs.Aerie High Waisted Crossover Legging, $, available at American Eagle OutfittersAerie Crossover Flare Legging, $, available at AEAerie OFFLINE High Waisted Crossover LeggingIf you were able to grab the black during a previous re-stock, it’s time to add tie-dye to your assortment!Aerie OFFLINE Real Me High Waisted Crossover Legging, $, available at AEAerie OFFLINE Crossover Flare LeggingReady to hop on the TikTok-trending bandwagon? Nab a nostalgic pair crossovers with flared bottoms for a full Laurel Canyon lewk.Aerie Crossover Flare Legging, $, available at AEAerie OFFLINE High-Waisted Crossover ShortieBike shorts, meet the pipsqueak that’s coming for your throne: “shortie” bike shorts.Aerie Shortie Bike Shorts, $, available at AEAerie OFFLINE High-waisted Crossover Bike ShortWe dare you not to live in these sun-kissed bike all spring and summer long.Aerie OFFLINE Real Me High Waisted Crossover Bike Short, $, available at AELe Ore Corso Crossover LeggingPeriwinkle: the color we didn’t know we needed in our spring wardrobe rotation until we saw Haim rocking the color head-to-toe on the Grammys’ red carpet. Le Ore Corso Crossover Legging, $, available at BandierHard Tail Crossover Waist Duo Pocket 7/8 LeggingsRemember Hard Tail?! Some of our readers may recall rocking hoodies, tees, and flared pants from this Y2K mall brand — and might be surprised and delighted to see that they’re still around (making cute, compressive crossover leggings, no less).Hard Tail Crossover Waist Duo Pocket 7/8 Leggings, $, available at AmazonCycle House by Marika Leopard Crossover LeggingsMeow! Don’t call it a comeback — these leopard leggings feel very of the moment, thanks to the virally-popular crossover waistband.Cycle House by Marika Leopard Crossover Leggings, $, available at ZulilyFoxfit Athletica Crossover Waist Buttery Soft LeggingsWe don’t always think of Etsy as a resource for activewear, but they really delivered this time — these crossover leggings are figure-flattering and buttery-soft.Foxfit Athletica Crossover Waist Buttery-Soft Leggings, $, available at EtsyCore 10 7/8 Crop Leggings with Crossover WaistLeave it to Amazon to supply us with exactly what we’re looking for — in this case, a compressive crossover waist legging available in sizes XS – 3X.Core 10 7/8 Crop Legging with Crossover Waist, $, available at AmazonASOS 4505 Legging with V-WaistFrom Asos’s in-house activewear brand comes a cool crossover legging in an appealing blue hue.ASOS 4505 Legging With V-Waist, $, available at ASOSNike 7/8 Cutout TightsWhen on a leggings quest, Nike is one of our first stops — and we were psyched to find a olive drab pair with a v-shaped waist and a neat cutout detail, available in sizes XS- 3X.Nike 7/8 Cutout Tights (XS – 3X), $, available at NikeLorna Jane Wrap Waistband Ankle Biter TightThis under-the-radar activewear brand has one of the best in-stock dupes that we’ve seen — and they’re a perfect, go-with-everything basic black.Lorna Jane Wrap Waistband Ankle Biter Tight, $, available at Lorna JaneWolven Summit Crossover Pocket LeggingIf you’re over the basic black legging, look no further than Wolven — the brand recycled-poly leggings come in a variety of Coachella-ready prints. (And of course, the flattering crossover waist.)Wolven Summit Crossover Pocket Legging, $, available at WolvenElectric Yoga Maddox Speckled V-Waist LeggingA festive, sparkle-adjacent print makes these on-sale crossover leggings a great option for holiday wear.Electric Yoga Maddox Speckled V-Waist Legging, $, available at ExpressBeyond Yoga Overlap Waistband LeggingThese heather-y gray tights come pretty close to Aerie’s version — which would explain why they’re almost sold out. (They do have sizes left in some other colorways, so if you like these, hop to it!)Beyond Yoga Spacedye At Your Leisure High Waisted Midi Legging, $, available at Beyond YogaYear Of Ours Veronica LeggingIf this 80s-aerobics-instructor print isn’t your speed, worry not — Year of Ours makes their Veronica silhouette in a variety of colors. Year of Ours Abstract Veronica Legging, $, available at RevolveRomwe Wide Waistband Sport LeggingsIf you thought new leggings weren’t in your budget this month, think again — this crossover waistband pair is available for less than $10.Romwe Wide Waistband Sports Leggings, $, available at RomweLululemonReformationLike what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?Leggings Are Our Love LanguageGirlfriend Collective Leggings Are Up To 50% OffI Tried On Lululemon’s Most Popular Leggings
