When it comes to athleisure and activewear brands gaining popularity for more than aesthetics, Buffbunny Collection stands out with a strong Instagram presence, bold color choices, and promises of performance. But behind the hype, how does the brand deliver in terms of material, durability, fit, and value? This review dives into key aspects to determine whether Buffbunny is truly worth your purchase.
Brand Overview
Buffbunny Collection was founded by fitness influencer Heidi Somers (also known as “Buffbunny”) and launched toward the mid-2010s. The brand targets women seeking stylish gym wear that also performs in workout contexts. According to user feedback and brand messaging, they emphasize premium fabric blends, “squat-proof” leggings, and fashion-forward active sets.
Material & Construction
One of Buffbunny’s selling points is its fabric technology and stylish construction. Many reviewers highlight legging sets such as the “Legacy Legging” line, praising texture, compression, and appearance. The fabric holds up reasonably well in terms of stretch and support, and seams appear well placed. That said, there are repeated complaints about thinner fabrics, issues with durability or transparency in certain colorways.
In short: If you compare to budget fitness apparel, Buffbunny offers higher quality. But compared to ultra-luxury activewear brands, it may not meet the highest standards of material weight or long-term structure.
Fit and Comfort
For many users, Buffbunny apparel fits true to size, or slightly snug, especially in active sets. User reviews note that the waistband and high rise on leggings are flattering and functional. This makes the brand well-suited for gym sessions or athleisure wear.
However, the fit can vary by collection, and in some cases users recommend sizing up if preference is for relaxed rather than compression fit. Breathing room, fabric drape and how the item wears after washes are also important considerations.
Durability & Performance
Durability is where the brand receives mixed feedback. On one hand, many users report satisfaction: their leggings maintain shape and support after regular use. On the other hand, some customers report issues like pilling, fading, or seams loosening after moderate wear. Additionally, international shipping and customs charges have been recurring issues for non-US customers.
For everyday gym and lifestyle use, Buffbunny appears adequate. For very heavy use (e.g., daily high-impact training or frequent washes), you might find that more premium materials offer longer life.
Price & Value
Buffbunny falls in the mid-premium category of activewear. It is more expensive than fast-fashion gym wear, but less expensive than top luxury activewear brands. Given this, value comes down to what you expect. If you want fashionable gym sets, flattering cuts, community visibility and decent performance, then you’ll likely feel satisfied. If your priority is ultra-durability or technical fabrics used by elite sports brands, you may find alternatives that better deliver in that respect.
Pros
Fashionable activewear with strong brand identity
Flattering cuts, good fit for many users
Decent material and construction for the price
Strong community and brand image
Cons
Fabric weight and durability may not match luxury tier
Some reports of pilling or sheerness in problem colors or fades
International customers may face customs/shipping issues
Price may feel high if you seek only functional gym wear
Verdict: Is Buffbunny Worth It?
If you are investing in activewear that doubles as fashionable daily wear, and you place value on brand, Instagram visibility, flattering design and supportive fit — then yes: Buffbunny Collection offers a good balance of style, performance and value. The brand delivers enough in quality to justify cost for many users.
If your priority is ultra-high performance gym wear, heavy use durability or minimalist exercise gear without fashion markup, there are other brands that may offer better value per dollar. But for what Buffbunny sets out to do — combine fashion and function — it largely delivers.
