Leggings
Mar 1, 2023

7 Ways Every Cool Girl Is Wearing Leggings in 2023

by Lauren Adhav

Leggings have come a long way over the years. Yes, they're usually associated with working up a sweat or lounging around, but they can actually be versatile pieces in your everyday wardrobe. Here, I've rounded up seven legging outfit ideas to give you a dose of sartorial inspiration from editors, street-style stars, and influencers. Even celebs like Emily Ratajkowski, Kendall Jenner, Hailey Bieber, and Laura Harrier incorporate the staple into their style rotation.

When you pair them with boots and a bomber jacket or high heels and a sleek coat, you can transform your look while still staying comfortable. That's the name of the game, right? Plus, there are so many types out there to help dress you up like flares, cropped silhouettes, bootcut shapes, front-split ones, ribbed textures, leather-like ones, and lots more. All these options make it easier than ever to confuse leggings for just a regular pair of pants—and that's the goal. Keep scrolling for some of the best outfit ideas with leggings, and then shop some similar finds for each if you want to give your pair an upgrade.

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@elizagracehuber

A bomber jacket with that soft, worn-in look and feel gives them that extra "cool" factor. It also helps when the leggings have a matte sheen to them. Throw on a pair of statement sunglasses, and you have an effortless ensemble going for you.

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@indyabrown

This Magda Butrym set is a perfect formula for a show-stopping outfit. You can replicate it with a pair of bold red bottoms and a floral, romantic top to turn your leggings from that "heading to the gym" vibe to a "grabbing drinks with the girls" one.

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@_jeanettemadsen_

The best part about leggings? You don't have to tuck them into a pair of tall boots. You can easily pull any pair of shoes over them! Put on an oversize shearling coat to complete your cozy yet chic look, and just so you know, fleece-lined leggings will keep you even warmer if you have to brave freezing weather.

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@endlesslyloveclub

Grease had so many iconic outfits, and this one channels Sandy's in the final scene. When you add a belt over a spaghetti tank top and black leggings, it gives you the illusion of a catsuit. Add a pair of black slingbacks to dress it up even more and voilà!

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@kingharriett52

Opt for some color with a monochromatic outfit featuring sage green leggings and a coordinating blazer. Keep the sporty vibes going with some chunky white sneakers.

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@_sierramayhew

Mix all your neutrals (and textures!) in the form of a plush cream coat, taupe ribbed leggings, and brown leather boots.

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@emilisindlev

Here's proof that a gloomy day doesn't have to ruin an outfit. An oversize double-breasted coat, bright bag, knit beanie, and statement rain boots turn a pair of gray leggings into anything but boring.