Trends come and go, but somestaplesstay relevant with each passing year. And I can say with some confidence thatleggingswill be just as popular this autumn as they have been for the past few decades.
One thing has changed, though: Leggings are no longer restricted to lazy sofa days and low-impact workouts.Fashion peopleare becoming pretty adventurous with their styling, wearing simple black leggings with everything fromstructuredblazers toslingback heels. We've seen office-appropriate looks, eveningoutfits and casual everyday ensembles, all centred around this basic item. And the best bit? You probably already own and love a great pair of leggings yourself.
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The beginning of anew season is the perfect time to start planning fresh looks,but if you're anything like me, it takes a littlewhile to find your stride and ease out of quick, throw-on dresses and back into layering. That's why leggings are ideal; they're just as comfortable as your floatiest summer dress, plus they're surprisingly easy to build outfits around. And did I mention how they can be dressed up or down, making them a great foundation for almost any winter outfit. What can't they do!
But don't just take my word for it. Find out how Instagram's stylish set will be wearing leggingsin 2023 below.
1. Quilted Jacket +Heels
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Style Notes: Black heels will instantly dress up your leggings, but a casual oversized jacket will keep the combo from looking too corporate.
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It's hard to scroll through Instagram these days without spotting this iconic Frankie Shop coat.
I like how River Island has styled these basic leggings, too.
2.Oversized Shirt + Loafers + Blazer
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Style Notes: If you're not totally comfortable in tight-fitting clothing, pair your leggings with an oversized shirt, blazer and chunky loafers. The result is really timeless.
Switch out your simple pair for somesleek stirrup leggings.
3. Asymmetric Top +Cardigan
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Style Notes: Asymmetric cuts aregoingto be big news over the next 12 months. Teaming leggings with a one-shoulder crop top will make them instantly more current.
Use this cardi as the foundation for a cosymonochrome look.
I'll definitely be addinghigh waist leggings to my collection.
4. Tonal Styling
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Style Notes:If you want to look put together with minimal effort, style items of similar shades together. Chocolate brownlooks so premium, and is super on-trend.
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Just because Lululemon's were made for workouts, doesn't mean they can't be worn out of the gym, too.
Yes, the obsession over UGG boots looks set to continue this year.
5. '80s Blazer + Pumps
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Style Notes: Get ready to see a healthy serving of '80s style this autumn. A cream blazer with power shoulders or exaggerated lapels will smarten up your plain black leggings.
6. Faux Fur Coat + Trainers
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Style Notes: The cooler seasons are upon us, sothick longlinecoatsare very much a partof our daily uniform. Opt for faux fur to dial up the warmth, and trainers tofinish off the look. You best believe I'll be wearing this outfit on repeat over the next few months!
I bet split-hem leggings will be everywhere in 2023. Mark my words.
This story was published at an earlier time and has since been updated.
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