Chic leggings. Yes, those two words that can go together. Leggings previously fell into the loungewear or gym kit categories exclusively, worn only for errand running in or for weekends hibernating at home, but I'm here to tell you that these hardworking heroes deserve a new lease of life this season. I'll admit, they're pretty much my favourite wardrobe staple right now, thanks to the myriad ways to dress them up or down. Plus, we all know how comfy they are!
Wear them everywhere from a night out (see Camille and Marilyn for inspo) with heels or knee high boots and a sensational jacket. Or, use them as the base for the perfect weekend look, with cosy layers, chunky footwear and a coat.
Need some fresh inspo on what to wear your leggings with now? Well look no further, as I've scoured Instagram to uncover the other wardrobe staples that always look good with leggings. Scroll on to see my edit of the 5 fail-safe combinations that will take your outfits up a notch.
1. RELAXED KNITWEAR
Style Notes: You can't go wrong with an oversized knit and leggings, as Alexis proves. Keep colours neutral or opt for stripes for extra polish.
Shop knitwear:
The perfect cashmere jumper.
This feel so Parisian.
Wear with leggings, leathers, denim and skirts.
Yes, you read that right. Cashmere blend leggings.
2. DENIM SHIRT
Style Notes: Denim shirts and stirrup leggings might just be my new favourite combo. Note how Laura has added heels to make this look work for the evening, too.
Shop denim shirts:
My absolute favourite!
You can't go wrong with a denim shirt from Levi's, there's a reason it's a bestseller.
This option comes with a matching jean, if you're a fan of the double denim look.
I love the thick stretch-jersey fabric of this pair, which means these are a full coverage kinda legging.
3. BLACK COAT
Style Notes: Marilyn always gets it right. Here she's paired her leggings and boots with a sleek black coat to make the whole look feel super elevated.
Shop coats:
One of the best on the high street.
A great coat for under £100? What a win!
This Toeme style is a classic.
Look out for the high-rise elasticated waist-band that sits flat against the body for on this flattering option.
4. KNEE-HIGH BOOTS
Style Notes: I can't stop thinking about Sarah's legging look. I'll be copying it ASAP.
Shop knee-high boots:
H&M always gets boots so right.
Jimmy Choo make some of the best boots out there.
I love Massimo Dutti's winter collection.
I love a stirrup legging for something a little different.
5. A BLAZER
Style Notes: There's something oh so chic about this all-black ensemble. Size up in your blazer to ensure you can get cosy layers underneath.
Shop blazers:
The team's most loved blazer.
This is one of the best blazers I've found on the high street.
This blazer looks so good IRL.
I can vouch that these keep their shape and hold you in all the right places.
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This story was originally posted at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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