Most shoppers should stick with their true size in scrunch leggings. The scrunch seam is designed to sit snugly and contour the glutes, and the fabric blend is typically very stretchy. When you size down, the scrunch detail can over-stretch and lose its shaping effect (and the leggings may turn sheer). When you size up, the waistband can gap and the scrunch can sit too low, making the fit look saggy instead of lifted.
Choose your true size, especially if you’re between sizes but prefer compression. True-to-size usually gives enough support to keep the scrunch seam centered while still allowing full range of motion for lifting and training.
Size up if your waist-to-hip ratio makes waistbands feel restrictive or if you prefer a slightly less compressive top band. This is often the better call for all-day wear, long torso fit, or if you’re sensitive to digging at the waist.
Size up. Scrunch leggings can look and feel different once the fabric is stretched across the thighs and glutes. Going up a size can improve opacity and keep the scrunch stitching from pulling too hard.
First, squat in bright light to confirm opacity. Next, make sure the scrunch seam sits in the crease between the glutes and doesn’t drift downward. Finally, check the waistband: it should stay put without rolling and shouldn’t leave deep marks after a few minutes of movement.
For more detailed sizing tips and common fit issues, see the complete guide here: https://excluser.com/should-you-size-up-or-down-in-scrunch-leggings/.
They can relax slightly after wear, especially around the waistband and knees, but they typically bounce back after washing. If they feel perfect when brand new, they’re usually the right size.
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