I don't like these leggings. Alternative, I really like the Tuff brand of leggings but they weren't available in black. When I bend a knee with these Spaulding leggings my skin becomes visible and they quickly pilled after washing them. On the positive side, they do stretch nicely. I won't ever buy leggings with this much cotton in them ... they just don't seem to wear that well. I know that a lot of people do like these leggings and that's why I took a chance but they weren't for me. I'm not associated with the Tuff brand of leggings but those last for years and don't pill. It's too bad that there aren't more colors in that brand. I hope they work out better for you if you're thinking of buying them.