I literally own 10 pairs of these leggings. I use them for working out,casual outfits and even dressing them up. I do not mind the shine to them at all and think they are extremely versatile and classy. They have traveled all over the world with me on vacation and because they are versatile it works great for packing light. I have used them in hot and cold weather. Also a great thing is they wash well, seem to be in great condition still after over a year of constantly using them. I purchased a size small, I am 5'6 and weigh btw 128-133 depending on my fitness regimen. They fit like a glove. You do have to wiggle them on but I prefer that because other leggings I have purchased get too loose as the day goes on these stay nice all day.