Yogini's Closet - HPE High-Waist Moto Legging in Bronze Review

HPE High-Waist Moto Legging in Bronze Review

12/9/2017

Overall Rating - 8.3 / 10

Yoginis Closet HPE High-Waist Moto Legging Bronze Reive

Top: Victoria's Secret Body-Wick Strappy Front Racerback Sport Bra, small (run small)
Bottom: HPE High-Waist Moto Legging, Bronze, XS (true to size)

Compression: Medium High
Price: $135

PROS / HPE High-Waist Moto Legging is made with super stretchy Nylon and Spandex blend fabric. It is breathable and moisture wicking. The legging is slick and stylish.

CONS / The ultra high waist style does not work for me. It sits above my navel, and the elastic band digs into my waist. The bronze finish (leather look) of moto legging is sleek but not flattering for my body shape.

BOTTOM LINE / HPE High-Waist Moto Legging is a fashionable piece that can be worn outside the studio. The high performance fabric is four-way stretch, moisture wicking, and breathable. Unfortunately, the waistband is quite uncomfortable and digs into the skin. In addition, it is pricey and not very flattering on me.

About HPE -

Top: Victoria's Secret Body-Wick Strappy Front Racerback Sport Bra, small (run small)
Bottom: HPE High-Waist Moto Legging, Bronze, XS (true to size)

HPE, High Performance Engineering, is a London based activewear company. Please refer to my previous review, HPE Oak 3/4 Curve Legging, to find out more about the brand.

YOGINI'S CLOSET UNFOLD -
HPE High-Waist Moto Legging in Bronze Review

The High-Waist Moto Legging is my third pair of legging from HPE. Besides the Oak 3/4 Curve Legging I've reviewed, I also have the Zulu Legging in White Oak. These two leggings felt short to me due to following reasons:

They are see-through.
The narrow encased elastic waistbands are uncomfortable to wear.
Excess seams, especially the Zulu Legging, and mesh panels are scratchy.

That said, I still want to give HPE another chance when seeing this sleek high-waist moto legging online. Here comes this week's review of HPE High-Waist Moto Legging.

1. Size – It is true to size. I wear an XS. As reference, I am Lululemon size 4.

2. Style – Full length legging.

3. Inseam – 27" long. The legging is long on me with noticeable ankle scrunch unless wearing it over the heel (I'm 5'2").

4. Front Rise – 11" high rise.

5. Waistband – 4" wide waistband with a 5/8" encased elastic band.

6. Fabric – 87% Nylon and 13% Spandex.

7. Design for – The fabric works for yoga and high intensity workouts.

8. Cost – Retail price is $135. I paid $103.24 including tax from Amazon.

9. Stitch Seam – Flatlocking seams.

10. Crotch Seam – Lined diamond shaped gusset.

The legging is made in Vietnam.

Since HPE High-Waist Moto Legging shares lots of similarities to Alo Yoga High Waist Moto Legging in Black Performance Leather & Black Glossy (I've reviewed before), I will also provide comparisons between these two.

Ultra high waist sits above my belly button.

Folding the waistband down in half.

Performance -
The super soft leather finish fabric of HPE High-Waist Moto Legging is four-way stretch, breathable and moisture wicking. The medium to high compression helps muscles circulation much needed for high impact workouts. Compared to Alo Yoga High Waist Moto Legging, the fabric of HPE is lighter weight and stretchier. It also provides better moisture management.

Quality -
The legging is 100% opaque and the fabric is anti-pilling. Flatlocking seams are used on HPE High-Waist Moto Legging with lined diamond shaped gusset.

Fit -
I like the fit of HPE High-Waist Moto Legging except for the ultra high-waist and less than flattering look on my thighs. Although I am a fan of high waist leggings, this one is just too high for me. It goes above my navel and the elastic band digs into my waist. It doesn't hide the muffin top like most high waist leggings do. Since I don't have skinny legs, the faux leather legging is not flattering my thighs. On the contrary, it creates a chubbier look. The legging lifts the bum well, while Alo Yoga High Waist Moto Legging flattens it.

Comfort -
The ultra high-waist does not work for me. The elastic band pinches and digs into my skin. It may be better if I try one size up, but it could fit loose on other parts of the body. So far, I haven't found any moto legging that is comfortable to wear for working out because of excess seams and panels. I feel HPE High-Waist Moto Legging is relatively comfortable among all the moto leggings I've tried. That said, I still don't like to wear it for any exercise. It feels more like a daily wear, a statement piece.

I am satisfied with the performance and quality of HPE High-Waist Moto Legging. The fabric is medium high compression. It's very stretchy, breathable and sweat wicking. The legging lifts the butt well, which is consistent with what I see from my other two HPE leggings. On the down side, this particular high-waist style doesn't work for me. It pinches and digs into my waist. Since I have sensitive skin, the seams from moto panels feel scratchy. Regardless how much I like the faux leather fabric, it doesn't give me a flattering and leggy look.

Where to Buy -

HPE High-Waist Moto Legging is available at Amazon, Bandier and Saks Fifth Avenue. HPE site also has the High-Waist Moto Legging, but the waistband looks different to the one I purchased.

Other retailers carry HPE clothing include Carbon38, Neiman Marcus, Orchard Mile, Shopbop and YOOX.