By Melina Abache
Those days, in the early 2000s, when wearing leggings was synonymous with a tunic-style shirt or a dress with a thick belt to form the waist and the typical brown boots, along with the very fashionable maxi bags of the time, they are already very far away and, in terms of fashion, very out of trend. What will never happen, and we can write that in stone, is the creation of new looks (at the pace of recent trends) with a good pair of black leggings, always useful, always infallible.
Leggings have become a basic element in the wardrobe of all it girls, from the most famous celebrities to street style leaders around the world. We know how the best-dressed wear leggings, so it was only a matter of time before we showed you more than one way, better nine, to show off your beloved black leggings in more than one look and occasion à la mode in 2021. Take note and elevate your next outfits.
There are at least two basic tricks to elevate your outfits with leggings, one of them is to wear a leatherette or latex version to make it look less sporty and more casual. Going for a combination in black and that touch of color in your coat will ensure a very minimal, carefree, but full of style appearance.
By Fernanda Perez Sanchez
As the good basic that they are, black leggings are the ideal base to create infinite looks, and many times you just want to divert attention from them and make the eyes look at other elements of your outfit. That's the second trick to elevating your outfit, and that's where accessories come to the rescue: Add your favorite bag and sneakers to the mix, so your look goes from less couch-locked to more brunch-ready. .
If wearing a classic white shirt can be a very formal style for you with leggings, it's time to get a garment with unusual details or silhouettes, such as an asymmetrical shirt or this kind of extra oversize shirt / jacket. For a sophisticated look, leave the sandals with fine straps that are tied to your ankles completely visible, tying them over the leggings, as a final touch that, in addition, will be one of the useful tricks to look taller when wearing them.
Wear your black leggings at the office with its infallible companion, an oversize blazer. For an intensive day you know that this garment will be much more comfortable to wear than any other pants, and you will look just as presentable. For a more avant-garde look, bet on your combat boots; If this is very sporty for your workplace, moccasins or low heels with slingbacks will have the same successful effect.
For days when you don't want to get too dressed up and the weekend's to-do list is longer than you'd like, simply throw on a matching turtleneck and sweatshirt to match your black leggings. This relaxed outfit works for everyone and every style. Its simplicity and comfort will be the winning ticket.
Whoever believes that leggings cannot be part of an elegant look is very wrong, we refer to the evidence. To create an outfit like this, black leggings will be good allies, being a neutral base that will serve for a large number of looks. Coordinating them with fine heels and a shirt with a bow will never be a mistake.
Bring out your most creative and avant-garde side to show off your leggings in an unexpected way, just like Gigi Hadid does by putting suspenders on them. We know that leggings clearly do not need this accessory, but this way you will give another life to this garment that you have perhaps worn more times and with them it will look like new. If they also have this opening in the ring like the ones on the model, all you have to do is show off the most striking shoes and the ones that best match to complete this look.
No matter what time of year we find ourselves in, your black leggings will always be an excellent base for any look. Make this one different and cover you from any risk with that underwear that sometimes becomes more visible than we want, with a long garment such as a coat, vest, overshirt or cardigan with a unique design or print.
The version of leggings or black tights for the gym cannot be left out of this list, because if you have already committed yourself and made that hole in your agenda, it is better that you do the round trip in style. A bomber jacket or your favorite overshirt of the moment will be good companions to give your outfit a more athleisure vibe.
By Amira Saim