Yes, You Can Wear Leggings Again: 5 Tricks to Make Them Look Chic
We're willing to bet that as a lover of contemporary fashion and style, you probably have a pretty respectable collection of leggings currently tucked away deep in a dresser drawer. The comfortable bottoms have long been shunned by the fashion community for being an outdated staple.
Well, we’re here with some really great news for anyone who happens to love their leggings despite the haters: There are ways to wear them and still look fashion forward.
Keep scrolling for five suggestions on how to wear your leggings to make them look chic! (You’re welcome.)
Leggings are perfect for pairing with a giant sweater—the chunkier and longer, the better. Think: I could sleep in this outfit, but I’m wearing it out instead.
Hope Wish Sweater ($289)
Whistles Corinne Space Dyed Mohair Knit ($75)
Theory Naven Oversized Ribbed Wool Turtleneck Sweater ($415)
Stella McCartney Oversized Wool and Angora-Blend Sweater ($484)
DKNY Cable-Knit Sweater ($147)
As we’ve seen, Chelsea boots are one of the coolest kicks around, and they continue to be a popular choice among the street-style set. They also happen to instantly modernize your leggings.
Acne Studios Jensen Chelsea Boots ($550)
Rag & Bone Ankle Boot ($595)
Maison Martin Margiela Gradient-Heel Ankle Boot ($389)
Dune Peetra Black Pointed Chelsea Boots ($168)
Saint Laurent Jodphur Boots ($498)
Belted coats are another one of the biggest trends around this cool season, and they look fantastic worn over a solid set of leggings.
H&M Wool Blend Coat ($75)
Bonded Trench Coat ($75)
ASOS
Societe Anonyme Belted Coat ($378)
Reiss Envy Belted Tailored Coat ($416)
Zara Zip Pocket Coat ($119)
Shirtdresses are a really popular item in the spring and summer—a light and breezy, easy outfit to wear when it’s a bit warmer out. But it remains perennially stylish, despite the dropping temperatures, and your leggings make for a great way to stay warm in the look.
3.1 Phillip Lim Sleeveless Shirt Dress ($625)
Derek Lam 10 Crosby Shirtdress with Pleated Skirt ($495)
Pixie Market Cadet Olive Chiffon Shirtdress ($60)
Etienne Marcel Military Dress ($209)
Silence + Noise Exploded Black Shirt Dress ($79)
And finally, yes, you can wear leggings as sportswear. This goes without saying—after all, leggings and yoga pants are practically indistinguishable—but just make sure you exercise care with how you style your look. Think: sleek bomber jackets, cool sneakers, and the like.
Forever 21 Mesh Pullover Hoodie ($15)
Hunter Waterproof PU Parka ($225)
Isabel Marant Revolution-Print Sweatshirt ($161)
Michi Illusion Jacket ($235)
Nike Dry-Fit Knit Stretch Jersey Top ($70)
Plus, keep scrolling to shop stylish leggings now!
Emanuel Ungaro Printed Leggings ($168)
Helmut Lang Stretch Twill Leggings ($265)
Helmut Lang Stretch Leather Leggings ($920)
H&M Scuba-Look Leggings ($39)
Isabel Marant Sally Wool Leggings ($218)How do YOU style your leggings? Tell us in the comments below!
Hailing from the heart of the South and cutting her teeth on the mean streets of New York, Meghan has six years of experience covering fashion, style, celebrities, culture, and human behavior. A longtime devotee of rap music, tacos, and generally perfect weather, she is excited to put down roots in Los Angeles. Her top three style staples are a good pair of cutoff shorts, virtually any kind of colorful digi-print, and a solid set of shades.
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