Staff are helpful and quick to sort any issues out (I was gifted the wrong size leggings), and delivery was fast. The leggings themselves are comfy, fit really well, have optional pockets and dr... See more
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Wide range of patterns, style and sizes in leggings. Good photographs to see what you are buying. Easy to sort through and select, fast order to delivery experience. Have bought before and keep going... See more
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My go to company for all my fitness gear since 2020 (I'm a PT!) Fabulous designs, great value, quick delivery and always wonderful customer service. Love that SbD do a range of standard, petite and... See more
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Great shorts as they have 2 side pockets and zipped rear pocket. Surprisingly hard to find shorts like this elsewhere (when surely most people need keys & phone when running). This is my 3rd pair of... See more
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About Sturdy By Design
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Sturdy By Design is a proudly British activewear brand creating premium women's leggings, shorts, skorts and activewear that combine bold style with exceptional comfort and performance. Designed for running, gym workouts, fitness classes, yoga, walking and everyday wear, our clothing is made to support every movement while helping you stand out from the crowd.
Our signature leggings feature practical thigh pockets, squat-proof fabrics and flattering, supportive fits. We believe activewear should be inclusive, which is why we offer a wide range of sizes, including petite, regular, tall and plus size options, so every woman can find her perfect fit.
Our collections include lightweight everyday essentials, cosy fleece-lined leggings for winter, reflective designs for safer low-light runs, and unique UV-reactive prints that come alive under ultraviolet light. Every design is created with quality, durability and individuality at its heart.
Complete your look with our matching hoodies, t-shirts and accessories, all designed with the same attention to detail and comfort.
We provide free UK delivery on orders over £50 and pride ourselves on delivering outstanding customer service alongside high-quality products. Our excellent Trustpilot reviews reflect our commitment to quality, reliability and ensuring every customer enjoys a shopping experience they can trust.
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I love the my my colour bomb leggings
I love the quality of the leggings, the vibrant colours and prints and that it gets delivered quickly. I get excited to receive them and wear them.
June 24, 2026
I do love a skort
I do love a skort and this one is the fab all swirly and love the colours.
June 25, 2026
Love these shorts
Love these shorts. I have tried so many shorts for running, I finally have a pair that don’t ride up! These are compression material, stay put, and comfortable. I just completed the Total Warrior in them. Not one snag or rip! Great quality. Very happy with them!
June 24, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Hi Andrea, thanks so much for the 5* x
Great shorts
Second time ive used sturdy, irdrr in good time. Not the preferred design, i wanted cosmic cats. But i got the stars and these are great in long and short shorts. I just find the back pocket a tad small for my phone. Its a squeeze but I do get it in.
I'm a size small size 10 to 12 nice and snug. I get the drawstring button thing so as not to loose the lace. There is plenty room for that.
Quality is great.
May 26, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Fab review! Thanks so much x
New Favourite Brand
The quality of the clothing is brilliant. The plain sets are my new fave for gym wear the shorts are comfortable and do not ride up.
I use the more colourful ones for race days.
Customer correspondence is excellent
June 4, 2026
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Reply from Sturdy By Design
This is lovely to read, thank you x
Great prompt service again…
Great prompt service again…. And these leggings are STUNNING!! 😍
May 21, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Hi Helen, thanks so much! x
The designs are really cool but sports bra is thin and unsupportive
The designs are really cool so 5* from that perspective. I always have matching capris and sports bra and was looking for a replacement supplier to one previously used - the capris are excellent, nice fit, good tie to secure waist and don’t rid up the legs, however the sports bra is not supportive at all, material is thin and poor fitting across chest - tried wearing twice and unfortunately I am struggling with the support it gives which is why I have moved the rating to a 3. I appreciate its sports gear and needs to be flexible and breathable but I have owned many sets in the past and unfortunately this is one of the worst sports bra tops I have owned. Really sorry team as your designs are amazing but I won’t be purchasing again due to this.
June 3, 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Thank you for your review, Sarah.
Firstly, I'm really pleased to hear you love the designs and that you've been happy with the fit and performance of the capris.
I'm sorry to hear the sports bra crop top wasn't suitable for you. Our racer back crop tops are specifically designed to provide low to medium support and are intended for activities such as yoga, walking, pilates, gym training and everyday wear rather than high-impact sports. This information is clearly stated within the product description to help customers decide whether the item is suitable for their individual support requirements before purchasing.
Support is also highly subjective and can vary significantly depending on bust size, body shape and the type of activity being undertaken, which is why we are careful not to market these as high-support sports bras.
I completely appreciate that the level of support wasn't what you were personally looking for, but I do feel it's a little unfair to describe the product as poor quality when it is performing exactly as described and intended.
I am however disappointed that you felt unable to purchase from us again based on one item, particularly when you've been happy with the capris and the designs themselves. Had you contacted us directly, we would have been more than happy to discuss the fit and suitability before reaching that conclusion.
Thank you again for taking the time to leave your feedback, and I'm pleased that at least the capris have been a success.
Swift delivery of great quality kit
Swift delivery of great quality kit. This time I went for shorts, both lengths, perfect for running & stashing a gel or sweets in the pockets. Long length great for taller people (I’m 5ft 10). No doubt I will be back for more leggings in future, I live in the thermal ones all winter, such a bonus to have a longer length. Quality is superb - they last years! highly recommend this company.
May 21, 2026
My order arrived quickly and the items…
My order arrived quickly and the items ordered were of the usual high quality as always! Love Sturdy stuff
May 21, 2026
Super speedy service, great design and quality
The extended May heatwave saw me a bit unprepared so either wearing my fleecy weight leggings to race this weekend (which I love and will be back out next week looking at forecasts!) or desperately in need of summer versions. Very grateful for the super speedy delivery, shipped immediately the next morning after evening order, with tracking so I could stalk their arrival! Lovely quality like the winters and particularly love the higher waist band, no slippage or movement even with the most intensive workouts. Thank you team appreciate it
May 26, 2026
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The sizing is way off
The sizing is way off. I ordered large shorts and large full length leggings. I usually wear standard size 12 clothing. The shorts and leggings are an extremely small fit - I sized them up against other items and they come up smaller than medium/small in other brands. The band of stitching around the hips has no stretch in it.
May 19, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Hi Angela. I’m sorry to hear you were disappointed with the fit of your order.
I’ve checked your account and can see this was your first order with us in around 13 months. During that time, body shape, fit preferences and even comparisons against older well-worn garments can naturally change, which can affect how new items feel when first tried on.
I can however reassure you that our sizing has not changed. We follow current UK sizing standards rather than using overly generous sizing, and unfortunately sizing can vary considerably between different brands. A size 12 in one company will not necessarily measure the same as a size 12 elsewhere, particularly with sportswear where some brands choose a much softer or more relaxed fit.
Our garments are designed to offer support and compression, and brand-new items can initially feel firmer before softening naturally with wear and washing. Reinforced stitching around key areas is also intentional to help provide durability and support during workouts.
Unfortunately, you didn’t contact us directly before leaving your review, so we weren’t given the opportunity to help with sizing advice, arrange an exchange, or organise a return if the fit genuinely wasn’t right for you.
As you have kept the garments, I do hope that after wearing them a little more you are at least somewhat happy with them.
As a small business, we are always very happy to help resolve issues wherever possible and would always encourage customers to contact us first so we can try to find the best solution.
Ordered 3 products
Ordered 3 products, first time ordering. Delivery was received within the given timeframe. Tried the fit of the leggings, it is great, material is really good, haven’t worn any yet for running but hopefully that will be good too.
May 20, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
thank you so much for the fab review x
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Thank you for the 5*! x
The customer service was fantastic
The customer service was fantastic. Charlene was really helpful.
May 19, 2026
Reply from Sturdy By Design
Aw Christine thank you so much x
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