MERIWOOLWomens Base Layer 100% Merino Wool Heavyweight 400g Thermal Pants Leggings for Women

When I took these out of the package, I was skeptical about them being 100% wool, simply because of how soft and smooth they are. I did a burn test. They ARE 100% wool, and they are so damn comfortable! Because the wool fabric itself does not contain any spandex (the waistband has a little spandex strip though obviously) they do not form fit to every little curve and crevasse the way spandex leggings do, but they are a very dense, fine, tight knit fabric that actually clings nicely to where you want it to without being too tight. They stretch considerably yet retain their shape well and are not baggy. I ordered a small. I am 5'2", 115 lbs and curvy with 24" waist and 38" hip. I was worried about the waistband being too big since I had to order a small insted of an xs so it would fit my hips. These are not really high waisted, so the band doesn't quite come up to the smallest part of the waist so it actually fits perfectly and is not too big. I wanted them to fit as loosely as possible without being too big because the more thinly they have to stretch to fit, the less warm they are. The ankles are just a little bit tight when putting your foot through but are fine once they're on and it's not a problem. They are thick and warm and very well made. Someone commented in the reviews that they are not a heavyweight wool, and that's straight up bull***t. These are a 400g knit fabric and it is hard to find anything heavier than a 320g in 100% wool leggings that you'll still pay literally double what you pay for these. They are very soft and not super scratchy like I'm used to wool being. Perfect for layering or wearing on their own. An excellent quality garment that I have now bought a second pair of (and another for a friend, and the 400g heavyweight shirt), as I will be wearing these every single day during the cold months. WORTH THE PRICE. Dont ever put wool in the dryer! Lay flat to dry. BUY THEM!

These leggings are very thick. I wear them by themselves as leggings and not as a base layer all the time when I go out and even when it's zero degrees outside they still keep me warm. I have washed them several times, (inside out) and put them in the dryer but don't dry them all the way. They hold their shape nice and don't bag at the knees. I purchased a Small. I'm 5' 2" and was almost 150 lbs when I bought them and I've lost 10 lbs and they fit even better now. I've bought more expensive ones from another company before but had to send them back each time because the seams did not hold up after one wash since they tattered. These do not do that. Very pleased.

I feel these are super expensive and yet I bought a second pair. They fit perfect, are warm, and are super cozy. I feel happy when I put them on.

Really like the fact they are wool and yet soft, thick, and comfortable. They will be used as a base layer under jeans for ice fishing in the winter time and have already been used as leggings under a long tunic style top on cool days in the spring and fall. They have a smooth finish on the outside of the material and soft and cozy brushed inside. Planning to hand wash to keep them in great shape for years to come.

Stay warm during a trip to Iceland. At first a little loose around the knees, but very fashionable fit after washing. Also, not itchy like some I have used before.

These Smartwool leggings are for "freeze bunnies", "spectator sports", etc. They are VERY think and too warm for any outdoor activities where you are burning calories... even walking in Minnesota!

While the leggings are a little long on my short legs, because the knit is stable, the knees don't bag, which is an issue with others. The wool is not as soft as others, but they are not itchy. This is my second pair.

Like other Meriwool products, this base layer is well-made and seems durable. I'm 5 ft tall and 120 lbs and the small fit perfectly. This also means that the legs may be too short for anyone taller. I do think that the waist needs more elastic, these would not stay up if you were doing anything strenuous so I wear these leggings casually.