Leggings have their detractors despite being one of the coziest clothing options available. It can be challenging to know how to wear leggings and what to wear with them at times. I love wearing leggings, and I’m going to show you some stylish ways to do it this fall, winter, and spring.
For ages, people have worn leggings for a variety of reasons and made them out of different materials. They have undergone adaptation, modernization, and transformation into an essential piece of clothing. Black leggings are a year-round wardrobe staple, despite the fact that the materials and hues may change from season to season.
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What Are Leggings?
I want to define leggings before we discuss what to wear with them. I’m not talking about the workout leggings you’re trying to pass off as everyday attire. Black, occasionally black leather, or dark gray ankle-length leggings are what I’m referring to in this style guide. These leggings don’t extend to cover your feet and are made of a thicker fabric.
Leggings and tights have occasionally been confused in other blog posts. There are sheer, opaque, and completely opaque tights that extend from your waist to your toes. Additionally, tights are worn more frequently in zany hues, patterns, and textures.
How To Choose The Right Leggings
Leggings are the most adaptable item of clothing in our closet that we can wear comfortably all year long, which may make choosing them sound frivolous. Yes, if you know the basics, it’s not a big deal, but if you don’t wear them properly, you might just end up with a camel toe, which is completely unattractive! Most people seem to forget that leggings aren’t considered to be pants.
Size
The most crucial piece of this puzzle is choosing the proper legging size. Leggings cannot be too loose or too tight. Make sure they snugly fit your body without tracing the celluloid or body shape. Furthermore, they shouldn’t be too baggy so that you come off as careless. If you wear ill-fitting leggings with tops that extend far below the hips, you can still get away with wearing them. In any case, it is a very unpleasant sight.
Make sure your sizes are accurate to avoid any size-related mistakes. Either do the measurement yourself, have it done at the store, or hire a pro. It is crucial because brand sizes vary, and being aware of your precise measurements will always be helpful. Also, if you are “in-between” two sizes, always err on the side of caution. A good rule of thumb is to choose the larger size, such as L if you are unsure between M and L or to try both before making a purchase. Just to be sure, test a few different brands.
Length
Leggings come in a variety of lengths, as we all already know. Your choice of how and what to wear them with is entirely personal. Just make sure the ensemble appears well-put-together.
Depending on your height, they extend a little below your ankle, and the majority of them will give you soft pleats close to your shins. These are typically worn underneath long Indian Kurtis, tunics, flowy tops, or in the winter (paired with boots).
These are simple option that goes with short tops. Not the best option for a formal setting, but ideal for all other situations. If you’re not sure about it, ankle length might be your best option because they stop at the calf muscle, where the focus changes.
Ankle Length
These are the most seductive of all. Almost anything can be worn with it, including slip dresses, tunics, jackets, coats, and capes. Additionally, they go well with any type of footwear.
Stir Up Leggings
We are overjoyed that stir-up leggings are once again in style. Because, really, we just can’t get enough of leggings? Practically everything in your closet can be worn with these.
Printed Leggings
We should all invest in printed leggings because they give your outfit a bit of zing. Just be sure to try them on before you buy them because most printed leggings look fantastic on the hanger but look terrible stretched out on the body. Your body’s shape and size play a significant role in this. Also, keep in mind that if the leggings are printed, the top must be plain. When it comes to prints, let the top be monotone. You can experiment with strong, contrasting colors.
How To Wear Leggings
The dos and don’ts of wearing leggings will be reviewed. These are general pointers to follow regarding fashion. These fashion rules are sometimes broken when the outfit is very attractive. (As demonstrated by the winter leggings outfits example below). Use these suggestions as a guide to help you choose the styles and outfit combinations of leggings that will give you the best possible appearance and feel.
Incorporate denim
Review your go-to outfit formulas if you’re ever unsure of how to wear your leggings. You’ve never been let down by the timeless white sneakers, white T-shirt, and jean jacket combo, and this time is no exception.
Lean into sweater weather
A well-put-together OOTD that makes you look as though you haven’t even left the couch? Leggings can easily be dressed up with just a striped sweater and an oversized button-up. The best part is that you probably already have these essentials in your closet.
Add another layer
There are two certainties when the temperatures drop: we (reluctantly) swap our iced coffee with something hot, and we start layering. Oh, and layering—and layering again. What’s one more turtleneck underneath this sweater coat underneath this coat? Don’t forget to add a thick scarf for safety.
Keep it cool and comfy
Thanks to a thoughtful selection of color—or a lack thereof—this minimalist style offers maximum comfort and style. In this instance, a pair of ordinary black leggings were transformed into a simple, wearable outfit by the addition of canvas sneakers, a white pullover, and a baguette bag.
Dress In Leggings
A dress with tights is very dissimilar from one with leggings. In the fall and winter, I adore wearing dresses with tights. A forest green sweater dress, black tights, and knee-high boots come to mind. Despite not wearing dresses with leggings, I adore it.
Keep in mind that I distinguished between tights and leggings above; they are two different things. If you’re thinking about wearing leggings with a dress, I’d suggest switching them out for tights and seeing what you think depending on the rest of the outfit and the occasion.
Shoes To Wear With Leggings
What do you then put on your feet? Together, knee boots or riding boots look great. Choose boots in the same hue as the leggings to achieve a long lean line. Ballet flats, another classic look—just think of Audrey Hepburn—are also in vogue.” Low-heeled shoes look great with leggings, but stilettos are difficult to pull off and can easily lean toward trashy. Boots look great with leggings.
