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Our leggings are designed to keep up with all your adventures in and out of the water! Durable enough for the dive boat, soft and supple enough for the hammock. Stylish sun protection for the win!
Kelps represent the largest species of algae in the world, with some, like the giant kelp, exceeding 100 feet (30 meters) in length. Giant kelp is also one of the fastest-growing organisms in the ocean, growing up to 2 ft per day! Gas-filled bladders beneath the kelp’s blades, called pneumatocysts, float the kelp towards the water’s surface, while the holdfasts keep them anchored in place, creating the iconic forest-like appearance.
88% Repreve® RPET (recycled polyester made from post-consumer plastic bottles), 12% spandex
5% of sales will be donated to the Smith Seaweed Ecology Lab at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography to support their work on kelp forest ecology and restoration.
Orders are lovingly packaged using minimal packaging and eco-responsible materials, and shipped from our wonderful partner warehouse in Pennsylvania within the same or next business day. We’ll email you with your tracking info as soon as your order is shipped.
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Kelp forests can be found on over 1/3 of our planet’s coastlines and are home to thousands of marine species, including abalone, crabs, lobsters, fish, sharks, marine mammals, and sea birds. They support commercially and culturally important fisheries, protect coastlines from erosion, and support a large ecotourism industry.
Unfortunately, warming seas, loss of keystone species that keep kelp grazers in check, unsustainable fishing practices, and pollution are causing kelp forests to decline globally.
Dr. Jennifer Smith and her team of post-docs, graduate students, researchers, and volunteers study the biology and ecology of kelp to better understand and protect the species and ecosystem it creates. Currently, they are examining the effects of thermal stress at the cellular and organismal levels of various kelp species in hopes of identifying genetic variants that may help kelp be more resilient on our warming planet. Thermally resilient individuals will be stored in a living seed bank for restoration efforts in areas that may be exposed to marine heat waves in the future.
“Waterlust is helping to support critical student research in the Smith Lab on kelp forest ecology, human impacts, and the effects of global climate on these iconic ecosystems. This work is critical to the development of effective restoration and conservation efforts. We are excited to work with Waterlust to help share our knowledge of and passion for our ocean forests!”
Prof. Jennifer Smith
The Smith Seaweed Ecology Lab at UC San Diego’s Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Fit beautifully. Can’t wait for my next dive trip
These leggings are some of the best I’ve ever owned! The material is thick enough to provide ample coverage but is still incredibly soft and stretchy. I’m 5’5/165lb and the legendaries were a great size. If I wanted a little extra stretch I probably could’ve done the XL (I was between the size guide) but the L is perfect for a sleeker fit. I’m just waiting for my favorite designs to come back in stock and I’ll be ordering many more styles!
Not only is the design and color wonderful, but these are what I wear under my wetsuit to stay warm. I always get compliments on Waterlust clothing!
I LOVE these leggings. They make me want a kelp leg sleeve tattoo! I ordered a size Small. I'm 5'4 athletic petite build and ~112 pounds. The Small fits great, although the waist is a little big. I know the XS would be too small for my hips and legs. If these had a drawstring, they would be perfect. Please start adding a drawstring to the women's sizes!
Love these. Their app for a good fit was perfect and they are great for yoga!
These leggings might just be my favorite design! The pattern is very classy and I can wear them equally well for work at the office, yoga at the gym, or paddle boarding at the lake with different tops. As with all Waterlust leggings, the pockets are AMAZING and the fabric is smooth and comfortable. Great quality and durability.
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