5 Wardrobe Staples Our Editors Are Wearing With Leggings This Winter
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:
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:
You can't go wrong with a denim shirt from Levi's, there's a reason it's a bestseller.
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:
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:
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:
I can vouch that these keep their shape and hold you in all the right places.
Next Up: I'm Giving Jeans a Break—Here's 6 Chic Alternatives That'll Elevate Your Outfits
This story was originally posted at an earlier date and has since been updated.
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