I have been walking Zoe as part of my daily exercise routine, and it occurred to me that ladies’ activewear rarely has pockets for your keys or mobile phones. It’s ok when navigating the playlist to keep the phone in my hand, but it annoys me to hold it for my entire walk, especially when Zoe, our King Charles Spaniel, spots an interesting moving object in the bushes and decides to give chase – I need both hands!
I am actually really loving getting out of the house early and walking. It’s quiet, the sun is slowly coming up and gets me pumped for the day. I decided to reach out to our online community for some advice because I was curious what brand of activewear other ladies buy when needing pockets. I am also short and find even 7/8 tights to be too long, so I wanted some recommendations from other shorties!
LISTEN TO MY PLAYLIST ON YOUR NEXT WALK! – I created a playlist on Spotify of some really upbeat motivational songs which I thought you may enjoy too. I even jog when Redfoo’s Let’s Get Ridiculous comes on, it’s so energising! You can follow the playlist through the Spotify app HERE or search Katrina Springer and you’ll find The Organised Housewife Motivation Mix playlist.
LORNA JANE
“Lorna Jane tights that are 3/4 are just below the knee. I’m short too so I totally understand. It’s the 7/8ths that are what us shorties need to avoid as they are full length on us. The pocket on these are nice and long too.” – Katherine
Visit Lorna Jane website here – view Lorna Jane coupon codes here.
EXOTICATHLETICA
Exoticathletica are known for their bright and bold prints. “They can customise your measurements. They can be pricey but are definitely worth it. And they are locally made in Noosa!” – Shannon
Visit Exoticathletica website here
ROCKWEAR
“I’m the opposite, I’m six foot so full-length tights are 7/8 on me and 7/8 are 3/4 on me, but I have been shopping for Rockwear lately and have got a few good things from them. They regularly have sales so keep an eye out for that!” – Natty
Visit Rockwear website here – view Rockwear coupon codes here.
ACTIVE TRUTH
“Active Truth! They have pockets and are so comfortable, they are for all sized ladies check them out… and they do awesome prints!” – Liza. “The pockets in them are great – I carry my 6s with huge protective cover and can’t even feel it in there. Plus keys in the other side and you’re all set!” – Kate
Shop Active Truth here
ABI AND JOSEPH
“Abi & Joseph active tights and shorts as they have some dual pockets, perfect for smartphones as I have an iPhone 8+.” – Michelle. “Abi and Joseph have Capri leggings which on tall people would come to the knee, they would be three quarters on you. They have a phone pocket, are true to size and give your bum a nice lift!” – Rach
Visit Abi and Joseph website here
MICHELLE BRIDGES
“Shorty here too! For length, I always wear the crop tights from Michelle Bridges. Not sure about pockets though sorry.” – Anon. Michelle Bridges active wear range is available at Big W stores and is really reasonably priced.
MB Active available at Big W
TONED
With an ever-expanding range of active wear, these tights are reasonably prices and have great reviews from customers. “Ashy Bines toned range is actually really good. They have heaps of options for tights with pockets and the material is really nice!” – Alice
Visit Toned website here
TARGET
At only $15, these tights from Target seem like a bargain! “I love the 3/4 grey Target pants with the side pocket on the outside.” – Loz.
Visit Target website here
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How many of the above brands are not see through when bending over?
LOL, I got to meet Michelle Bridges a few weeks ago and we talked about the ‘squat proofness’ of her new range, which is in Big W. alhough they are all a bit to long for me 🙁 I’ve had a pair of active truth in the past (don’t wear them now as they are too big) and they are definitely squat proof.
Hi Lovely, also, instead of pants with pockets, I got myself a Vivra http://www.vivra.com.au – its a bum bag essentially but it just folds over the top of your pants and magnetises closed, I got the one for 8+ and I can also fit my keys and it has car slots also 🙂 That way you don’t have to worry about always having pockets. Pants I love are Running Bare, the material is amazing!
that’s an interesting product!! Can you run with it without it falling off?
Hi Kat .. just wondering how to get to your info. on digital photos .. read more just leads me to Active wear ??
thats strange, here you go – https://theorganisedhousewife.com.au/organising/office/best-way-to-keep-digital-photos-safe/
I was a size 22. I am very slowly losing weight and getting fitter, now a size 16/18. I’ve always been self-conscious of my figure and never felt comfortable wearing tight leggings, and I still don’t really like them. I found some really nice Vera Wang active pants at Harris Scarfe. They are full length, have proper side pockets and are kind of a cross between leggings and track pants. Really comfy and easy to wash and dry. Harris Scarfe often have 30% off too.
Ooh interesting, thanks for sharing lovely!
A draw cord in the waist is an essential feature for me, I don’t feel nearly as secure without it – I can’t stand the gradual sliding down all tights do as they start to age. I noticed some Abi and Joseph tights have this, do any others out there?
Hi Kelsey, I haven’t come across any, but find the better quality tights without the draw strings tend to stay put. If you find any that you’d recommend, please let me know. Kat x