These are typical, medium/heavy-weight, reliable cotton leggings. They are warm and seem very durable. If only I'd gotten my size instead of opting for a smaller size for extra 'compression'. The low rise aspect seemed to get even lower after the first wash, causing my pooch to venture even further, necessitating longer tank tops for containment and general good taste. I'm simply too busy to return them so these will go to some deserving tween in the family...