Instead of Black, Leggings Look Chicest In This Elegant Shade
Off-duty models still wear leggings in 2026—but only in this trending shade.
If you’re anything like me, your wardrobe is probably brimming with leggings in shades from deep, inky black to well-worn marls. They’re my default yet, but they rarely leave me feeling particularly polished. This week, however, I was reminded of a colour trend that, when rendered in sleek, body-skimming fabrics, feels inherently more elevated.
Spotted walking her dogs in New York, Irina Shayk styled a tonal brown ensemble complete with flared leggings and a coordinating quarter-sleeve top. Where black might have read overtly sporty, the chocolate hue introduced a depth that actually refined the casual outfit.
It may not be the most obvious spring shade, but I do find that chocolate brown can be called upon during the warmer months as a fresher alternative to black. Whilst Shayk leaned into a tonal approach, it also pairs beautifully with lighter seasonal hues, from butter yellow to soft powder blue.
Arguably the chicest way to wear leggings right now, consider this your cue to embrace brown. Scroll on to discover and shop the trend below.
Shop Brown Leggings:
Whilst I love this in the chocolate brown, they also come in 23 other shades.
Flared leggings will always have a place in my wardrobe rotation.
These come in three different leg lengths, so you can fine your perfect fit.
Style this with the matching top to get Irina's look.
The capri leggings trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
Varley's leggings are a fashion person's favourites.
These also come in the prettiest lilac shade.
