Classic leggings are one of the most widely worn garments on the high street. With their versatile nature and comfort, they provide these leggings that are bound to be found in every girl’s wardrobe as you can now design your own leggings.
Leggings originated in the 13th century to keep people’s legs warm and protect them from things such as bites and chapping. In the 19th century, leggings were used by the military to protect their legs and to prevent debris from entering their shoes as well as providing an element of ankle support.
Leggings in the 1990s, however, became somewhat of a fashion item worn by many women with a large belt and shoes. In the early 1990s, they began to outsell jeans however leggings became a dying trend by the late 1990s.
Leggings made a comeback in 2005 taking over the fashion industry and continue to do so at this present time. Made out of materials such as cotton, spandex, and nylon in a variety of colors and patterns it’s hardly surprising that women all over the world choose to wear them.
The variety of style that is available for the leggings are:
- Classic leggings are available in hundreds of colors and patterns.
- Shiny leggings can have a leather or wet look appearance.
- Jeggings are the latest trend in leggings giving the illusion of wearing jeans through their color and jean like traits such as pockets and zip flies along with the custom yoga pants.
- Sports leggings these are generally worn to keep sports players warm. They can also be worn by dancers to enhance movement.
You will find leggings in hundreds of colors so you can find the perfect pair to go with your outfit. The patterns available now are more exciting than ever ranging from tame and subtle to wild and eccentric. Experiment with chain looks, Aztec, stripes, spots, zigzags, themes, flowers, skulls, crosses, flags, etc. You really will be stuck for choice.
The fantastic thing about leggings is that they go with almost anything. Dress them up or down to create the perfect outfit wherever you are. Team your leggings up with oversized t-shirts and jumpers to create a faddy relaxed look. They can also be worn casually under shorts, dresses, and skirts however you can spruce up and create a look good enough for hitting the town.
Leggings also look fantastic with footwear such as gladiators, pumps, converse, hi-tops, trainers, plimsolls, espadrilles, heels and boots.
Men have also begun to wear leggings more frequently over the last few years. They are often worn and layered with shorts and baggy t-shirts. The London electro-music scene has a noticeable fashion trend in leggings as well as at fashion shows. Men’s leggings are generally labeled meggings.
Classic leggings don’t appear to be going anywhere just yet so get yourself down to your nearest high street stores and see what sort of fashion statement you can pull off.
Designing leggings
Leggings have become a mainstay in the fashion world. With the numerous styles, colors, and fabrics they have been made into, they are even bigger this season. For that sexy Grease look.
Or try on a pair of gold or white leggings, slip into a pair of black faux leather leggings. For a dramatic look, clash them with a pleasing color in your wardrobe. Denim leggings or jeggings are the biggest trends in leggings this season.
Complete your look better than basic leggings would as denim leggings are all the rage. You will learn how to wear them and what colors and styles they come in.
Denim leggings now come in a variety of colors, thanks to the color splash of denim this year. Try wowing your friends in a pair of hot pink leggings. If you’re a child of the 1980s then go for the bleached denim look.
You won’t find a shortage of leggings here! White leggings are the classiest, yet sexiest pair of leggings of them all. You can wear them with a light pink angora sweater, or a gray off-the-shoulder sweatshirt.
When you are wearing white leggings, the possibilities are limitless! To complete your look, pair them up with either high-tops or gray ankle boots. You’ll be sure to turn a lot of heads.
Denim leggings come in a variety of styles as a matter of fact. Wear them torn, or with zippers and rhinestones. No matter what style you choose, make sure that they’re stretchy jeggings.
For wearing them, stretch denim leggings are the easiest pair. You can go about your day comfortably and with ease. You will get the perfect fit for the stretch leggings. No more tugging on your tight art leggings! They’re perfect for all body types, shapes, and sizes.
With all the styles and varieties of leggings to choose from, you won’t have a hard time finding a pair. They are surprisingly useful for the winter season not only they are stylish. Just tuck them in with knee-high boots, which are another big trend for this season.
All of your friends will be wondering why you look so cute! All in all, leggings are easy to wear. To complete your look. No matter what style you choose, be sure to stay warm and comfortable, stretch leggings and white leggings are even easier ways.