Why We Love Leggings and Jeggings

by Milana

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I recently wrote a post about snake print leggings, but for a while now, leggings in different colours, materials and prints have been a must-have in every woman’s wardrobe. All of a sudden leggings went from being something you would wear at home, not at all, or maybe under a skirt, to being a regular, primary, piece of clothing.

How To Wear Them

Kim Kardashian wearing leggings the wrong way

Personally, I feel that leggings can at times give a sense of an unfinished look. Maybe even provocative.

They accentuate every little shape of your body and are so tight that your curves become very visible – and I mean VERY. Look at this picture of Kim Kardashian sporting a pair of leggings the not so right way!

What I do when I wear leggings, is, I pick a longer shirt that covers my behind slightly. And this goes for every body size out there.

It doesn’t matter if you’re size 0 or 12, you don’t need to show it all. Leggings are stretchy. And stretchy means almost see-through in some cases. The look won’t be sexy, classy or nice. Over-sized or just longer shirts, t-shirts and blouses will give the leggings a more refined look.

Here are some different ways to wear different leggings and  look modern, classy and cool at the same time.

Asos
Asos

These models look sophisticated, but far from boring and safe. They display a personal style and outfits that can be worn on many different occasions.

Jeggings are the new jeans

Something that I love the same or even more than leggings and jeans are the so called jeggings! They are comfortable, they make your body look slimmer, they fit well as they shape themselves to fit your body, they come in many different colours, with or without pockets. They look like jeans, but to me, they are more comfortable because of the elastane in the material. Unlike regular cotton leggings jeggings do not show every bit of your behind as clearly.

Here are some cool jegging-outfits:

Asos JeggingsAsos Jeggings

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1 Susan September 21, 2009 at 2:46 pm

Much better than baggy pants.

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2 Milana September 21, 2009 at 9:25 pm

Yes, I couldn’t agree more, Susan. In fact no one should own a pair of baggy pants unless they’re baggy sweat pants! :)

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3 Repeat Possessions September 21, 2009 at 5:05 pm

Want some that look like Denim but have the stretch with a woven design? Repeat Possessions has the Jeggings! We ship worldwide! Comes in Denim Blue, Black and Charcoal. $33.00 (USD) One Size Fits. And they do cover the flaws!

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4 online classes September 21, 2009 at 8:48 pm

Yes leggings have become way popular and I love them!!! They are so comfy and can dress you up nicely when you wear them the right way as you described! Speaking of which, I’m wearing leggings right now! :) I’ll have to check into the jeggings because I don’t think I’ve seen them at the stores I’ve been to… In fact, I hadn’t even heard that word before- Jeggings.

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5 Milana September 21, 2009 at 9:30 pm

Yes, you should definitely look into the jeggings if you love leggings! They are more formal looking and can be worn with shorter blouses too, but still feel as good as regular leggings. I’ve just bought a pair in grey and I love them!

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6 Anna October 16, 2009 at 9:34 pm

I love love loooove leggings and jeggings, but I’m getting a bit bored with plain black leggings, especially when it comes to a night out. So I was wondering what I could do to spice up my leggings choices? I really want something interesting like shiny leggings that aren’t just black, but not as out there as the snake print leggings from your Kristen Stewart post… Any good advice? :)
P.S. I really like the black/white/spider web-ish leggings on the top of the page :)

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7 Milana October 16, 2009 at 10:30 pm

Thank you for your comment, Anna!

I totally understand what you’re saying about leggings when it comes to a night out. Have you tried sequin-leggings? I have a pair from H&M – they go really well with a tunic or a dress. :) Here are some from Asos!

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8 Anna October 17, 2009 at 10:37 am

I haven’t tried them actually, but maybe I should. I have been afraid of sequin on leggings, but the ones from Asos are really cool so maybe I’ll give it go. Thank you for you advice :)
Btw, where are the leggings on the top of the page from? They are really cool :)

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9 Milana October 17, 2009 at 11:29 am

Yes, those leggings are really really cool – they’re from Neurotica, but they’re sold out! Their collection was so popular that they’re out of stock now! Here are some from Asos that remind me a bit of the ones from Neurotica. They would look great with a short black dress or a black tunic tunic!

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10 laura January 2, 2010 at 3:32 pm

im in love with the jeggins! sorry but i live in Colombia and here in my city i cant find those so can anyone give me the link of an affordable place to buy jeggins? something like forever 21 or something like that in the USA.. thanks!..ps i love your blog!

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11 Milana January 2, 2010 at 3:44 pm

Hey Laura! Thanks so much! Here are some great jeggings for you!

Dorothy Perkins

Forever 21

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12 Zohra February 16, 2010 at 7:48 pm

I LOVE JEGGINGS! :D , They’re SOOOO HOT! Just a question, do leggings go with a black and white striped dress? I got this GORGEOUS black and white dress with a bow on the side. I’m just wondering if it’ll go. Thankkssss :)

BTW, can I just ask where that pink tunic is from on that picture which has wet look leggings on it? It’s GORGEOUS! Thankkss.

GO JEGGINGS! :D

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13 Milana February 20, 2010 at 7:12 pm

Thanks for your comment! Yes a striped dress goes perfectly with leggings! It’s one of my favorite looks! Throw a boyfriend blazer on and you’re good to go!

The shirt is from Asos.com.

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14 Zohra February 20, 2010 at 10:15 pm

I was also wondering if a blazer goes with a long kind of tunic dress. I got this gorgeous grey spotted blazer from New Look today and some long tunic dresses. One is like a sweater and I was wondering if tunic dresses go with blazers? Or is it just short tops that go with blazers?

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15 Milana February 21, 2010 at 1:01 pm

Tunic dresses are great with blazers – makes the look a lot more edgy and personal! :)

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16 Zohra February 20, 2010 at 10:16 pm

Oh and thank you so much for your tip! Helps alot! :D

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17 Milana February 21, 2010 at 1:01 pm

Glad to be of help – feel free to ask whenever you have a question!

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18 Eurotrip Tips May 5, 2010 at 7:32 pm

I’m so glad you mentionned that no, leggings are NOT pants, shoudln’t be worn as pants no matter what.

I still think the cutest way of wearing them is under a dress with edgy flats.

And jeggings are the greatest thing since…well, since as far as I can remember. Hurray for jeggings!

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