Sic style tips to wear leggings

Anoop RawatOct 19 2011

Leggings are versatile and can be worn in different ways. Some tuck them in the boots and some wear them with dresses like skirts, tops, etc. Leggings are considered to be an accessory which adds glamour to a casual outfit and allow for mix and match in a variety of styles. You can get a chic look by wearing leggings. Here are a few tips to style legging in a fashion that flatters your body type.

Leggings
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1. Choose appropriate dresses to be paired with leggings

Leggings are worn with other dress pieces. All dresses do not look good with leggings. Leggings are best paired with dresses that have a gentle flow. These can be short skirts and tunic tops. So invest in such pieces and wear them with leggings. A number of girls also wear leggings under their shorts. Be cautious when you wear a shirt with leggings. The shirt must be long and should be covering your butt and front part of the body.

2. Be cautious while pairing heel height with leggings

If you combine high heels with leggings it can at times work well and at times can be a failure. If you are sure of this look go for it. But if you are not sure then pair them with flat shoes. Leggings will give you the ideal chance to wear your boat shoes, flat shoes, the ballet style shoes, moccasins and boots with low heels. So it is advisable that you wear flat shoes with leggings and avoid high heels.

3. Do not substitute leggings for pants

Though leggings are comfortable, never substitute them for pants. This is because when leggings are substituted as pants they lead to a lot of exposure. Always cover your butt and front with the dress you wear with leggings. You can wear skirt, top or even a shirt but they should be long enough to cover your bottoms and front. Do not wear anything with the leggings which is too tight and clinging to your body.

4. Start with the basic leggings and then try the other options

Leggings come in all possible colors one can imagine. They come in various patterns, design and finishes. Leggings can be worn in all possible ways according to the comfort and taste of an individual. One can look for different styles and variety in the market. If you’re a starter, it is recommended that you go for solid opaque colored pair of leggings. Black and brown are the safest choice. You can also try the leggings which are footless and tight. These leggings are best option to be paired with under shirt dresses.

5. Choose legging of the appropriate length

One can find leggings in all lengths. The length of the leggings might vary from a capri to ankle length. Ankle length leggings are one of the most preferred styles and therefore in demand nowadays. Before selecting the length of the legging you should always consider your height. Ensure that the length you choose suits your body type and looks good on you. For example, the mid calf length leggings look gorgeous on a girl who is skinny and tall but it does not look good on a girl who has short legs.

6. Keep your shape into consideration

If your figure is too curvy and you think that leggings may not suit your figure, you may give it a second thought. You can always try leggings which are solid colored and have different patterns and designs. If then also you feel conscious then you may go for leggings with a mini dress or a top whose length is till your mid thigh. This will help you to overcome your consciousness about your curvy figure. Self confidence is the key to carry a dress well. So be confident while wearing leggings and you will carry it well. Any outfit that an individual wears suits him or her if they know how to carry it well. It is confidence and not consciousness which makes the outfit look good on an individual.