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Before I was pregnant, I thought I’d be someone who never bought maternity clothes. A lifelong lover of stretchy waistbands and loose layers, I figured the stuff in my closet would simply expand enough to cover my growing belly. I soon realized I was wrong (everything felt restrictive by the second trimester!), so I went on a search to find the best flared maternity leggings for petites.
At 5’0, I needed a pair that wouldn’t sweep the ground if I wore them outside, but like most short girl fashion dilemmas, finding something that was quality and inexpensive wasn’t easy. Thankfully, Amazon came to the rescue with the Joyspels Smooth Feeling Flare Maternity Leggings, which are the perfect length, come in multiple colors and are currently on sale for up to 30% off.
Get the Joyspels Smooth Feeling Flare Maternity Leggings starting at just $19 (originally $27) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
Initially, I purchased these pregnancy pants in black, hoping to keep things classic and versatile. However, I’ve worn them so much since they arrived last December that I’ve since ordered two additional pairs in brown and blue. While the bottoms come in six different colorways in total, the main draw for me has been the length. Shoppers can choose between 29-, 32- and 35-inch fits, ensuring they’re perfect for those with short legs (and long ones, too).
Thankfully, flared leggings have been in my rotation for a while (like, since the days they were called yoga pants) so I know there are a million ways to style them. While my go-to way to wear my leggings is with an oversized sweatshirt or sweater, I’ve recently embraced showcasing my stomach, pairing this Amazon pick with a form-fitting T-shirt or a sleek, cropped cardigan.
Another detail worth noting? These maternity leggings include side pockets large enough to hold your iPhone or keys. It makes them ideal for days when I’m running errands or need a free hand while walking the dog.
Amazon customers are just as into these flared leggings as I am, leaving plenty of 5-star reviews.
“Soft without compromising on quality,” one person wrote. “They have a bit of weight, unlike cheaper versions of these pants. Not see-through. Flattering fit (not too tight and not loose in the wrong places). The length was just right. I’m pretty impressed with these and grateful to wear something that makes me feel good about my body at 29 weeks. I may need to size up in the future (depending on how much bigger I get).”
“If you are pregnant, RUN, do not walk to get these pants,” said another reviewer. “I was inspired to get a pant like this by my sister-in-law who had a very expensive $90 pair, so I was determined to find a look alike. I was having a really hard time, had gone through tons of different pairs and then I found this pair. Not only does it make me feel good and supported at 34 plus weeks, I genuinely don’t want to wear anything else. I will wear these pants every day. If they had more colors, I would have every color. They are so comfortable. The material doesn’t get dirty. The stretch is perfect. The fit is perfect. The support on my stomach is absolutely perfect. Doesn’t cause any discomfort anywhere and I get very uncomfortable very easily with any slight pressure. Get these pants. Get these pants. Get these pants. Thank me later.”
While the Blue Steel option is the cheapest right now, all of the colors are currently on sale for Prime members. Hurry up and snag a pair while you can. They’ll also make a nice gift for a mom-to-be!
Get the Joyspels Smooth Feeling Flare Maternity Leggings starting at just $19 (originally $27) at Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.
