While I love the soft, dreamy feel of these leggings (including the high waist), I would find them uncomfortable wearing them to class or over a walk. without cover from behind to the public. Unfortunately they are too transparent for me. I really think they are better than most skinny leggings you can find at this price point. I would buy them again but to wear under a tunic or maybe for a yoga class where I knew the light would be dim.