Best Plus Size Leggings With Pockets (Deep, Real Pockets That Actually Hold Things)
Pockets in leggings are not a luxury. They're a necessity — for your phone, your keys, your earbuds, your gym card. And yet most leggings either have no pockets at all, or have those tiny, useless "pockets" that can barely hold a lip balm.
This guide covers the best plus size leggings with real, deep pockets — pockets that actually hold your phone, that don't bounce when you run, and that don't compromise the compression or the bold print. Because you shouldn't have to choose between functional and beautiful.
What Makes a Good Legging Pocket?
Not all pockets are created equal. A good legging pocket needs to:
- Be deep enough: At least 6 inches deep to hold a standard smartphone without it falling out
- Be secure: The pocket opening should be snug enough that your phone doesn't bounce out during high-impact activity
- Not add bulk: The pocket should lie flat against the leg without creating visible bulk or changing the legging's silhouette
- Not compromise compression: The pocket construction shouldn't weaken the compression in the thigh area
- Not go see-through: The pocket panel should be the same opacity as the rest of the legging
The Best Plus Size Leggings With Pockets, Ranked
1. Wildbloom Pocket Leggings — Best Overall Pocket Legging
The Wildbloom Pocket Leggings are the best plus size pocket leggings available. Two deep side pockets that hold a full-size smartphone, lush botanical floral print, compression fabric, and a wide high-rise waistband. The pockets lie completely flat and don't bounce during running or high-impact activity.
- Pockets: Two deep side pockets, phone-sized, secure opening
- Print: All-over botanical floral, lush and vibrant
- Waistband: Wide high-rise, stays up without rolling
- Best for: Walking, running, gym, casual wear, travel
- Sizes: L–3XL
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2. Lola Tropical Floral Pocket Leggings — Best Tropical Pocket Legging
The Lola Tropical Floral Pocket Leggings bring the same deep-pocket functionality to a vibrant tropical floral print. Two deep side pockets, vibrant tropical colors, compression fabric. The tropical print is lush and joyful — the legging you reach for when you want to feel like your workout is happening somewhere beautiful.
- Pockets: Two deep side pockets, phone-sized
- Print: All-over tropical floral, vibrant and lush
- Waistband: Wide high-rise compression waistband
- Best for: Walking, outdoor workouts, casual wear, travel
- Sizes: L–3XL
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3. Remi Blob Print Pocket Leggings — Best Abstract Pocket Legging
The Remi Blob Print Pocket Leggings bring deep pockets to an abstract, artistic print. Two deep side pockets, bold abstract blob print, compression fabric. The abstract print is the most artistically interesting pocket legging in the collection — wearable art with functional storage.
- Pockets: Two deep side pockets, phone-sized
- Print: Abstract blob print, bold and dynamic
- Waistband: Wide high-rise compression waistband
- Best for: Walking, gym, casual wear, travel
- Sizes: L–3XL
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4. Mavi Blob Print Yoga Leggings — Best Yoga Pocket Legging
The Mavi Blob Print Yoga Leggings bring pocket functionality to a yoga-specific construction. Deep side pockets, abstract blue/purple print, maximum flexibility, fully opaque in all positions. The only yoga legging on this list — and the best yoga pocket legging for plus size women.
- Pockets: Side pockets, yoga-appropriate placement
- Print: Abstract blob print, blue/purple palette
- Construction: Yoga-specific, maximum flexibility, opaque in all positions
- Best for: Yoga, Pilates, stretching, mindful movement
- Sizes: L–3XL
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Pocket Legging Styling Tips
Use the Pockets
This sounds obvious, but many women don't use their legging pockets because they're worried about the phone creating a visible bulge. High-quality pocket leggings are designed to hold a phone without visible bulk — the pocket panel is reinforced and lies flat. Use the pockets. That's what they're there for.
Pair with a Solid Top
Bold pocket leggings are statement pieces. Keep the top simple — solid sports bra or crop top in a color pulled from the print. Let the legging do the work.
Wear Them for Travel
Pocket leggings are the best travel leggings. Deep pockets for your phone, passport, and boarding pass. Compression fabric that reduces leg fatigue on long flights. Bold print that makes you look intentional and put-together even after a red-eye. The Wildbloom Pocket Leggings and Lola Tropical Floral Pocket Leggings are both excellent travel companions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best plus size leggings with pockets?
The Wildbloom Pocket Leggings (best overall), Lola Tropical Floral Pocket Leggings (best tropical), and Remi Blob Print Pocket Leggings (best abstract) are the top pocket legging picks for plus size women from Azalea Couture.
Do plus size leggings with pockets stay up?
High-quality plus size pocket leggings with a wide high-rise waistband stay up without rolling. All Azalea Couture pocket leggings have a 4-inch wide high-rise waistband that stays put through any workout.
Are legging pockets big enough for a phone?
All Azalea Couture pocket leggings have deep side pockets sized to hold a standard smartphone. The pockets are reinforced to prevent bouncing during high-impact activity.
The Bottom Line
The best plus size leggings with pockets combine deep, functional pockets with bold prints and compression construction that actually fits plus size bodies. The Wildbloom Pocket Leggings are the best overall. The Lola Tropical Floral Pocket Leggings are the most joyful. The Remi Blob Print Pocket Leggings are the most artistic. All three are available at Azalea Couture.
