When Stylish Over-50s Wear Leggings, They Opt for This Trending Non-Black Shade
Yes, it’s possible to look chic in leggings—ditch black pairs for cornflower blue instead.
I know that leggings don't immediately conjure images of chicness, but after years of documenting women with great taste, I've come to realise there are, in fact, plenty of ways to make leggings look polished. One of my favourites? Choosing a fresh, new-season colour instead of defaulting to black.
Putting a particularly chic leggings colour trend on my radar, I just came across a mirror selfie of Cindy Crawford styling the ubiquitous trousers in the prettiest shade of cornflower blue. Unlike black leggings, which can feel decidedly sporty—particularly when rendered in a glossy, Lycra finish—this softer shade brings a gentleness to the look, making the skin-clinging fabric feel altogether less harsh.
Worn with a co-ordinating tank top and a tonal jumper slung over her shoulders, Cindy's leggings outfit looked polished and considered—two words I wouldn't always associate with leggings. Whilst Cindy wore hers barefoot, I can imagine the look with a pair of crisp white trainers, adding brightness without creating too stark a contrast.
So, if your MO is to make leggings look chic, take your cues from Cindy and keep scrolling to discover the cornflower-blue pairs I'm recommending now.
Shop Blue Leggings:
These come in sizes 6—24.
Whilst I love these in cornflower blue, they also come in 10 other shades.
Wear these with the matching sports bra or style with a boxy white tee.
Shop these in a 7/8 finish or full length cut.
Add a pop of colour to your autumn rotation.
Shop these whilst they're on sale.
Were these to your next pilates class, or style them with a light grey knit to run errands.
These buttery leggings also come in six other shades.
The thermal design ensures a snug finish.
