The leather trend is big for fall and it is such an easy trend to get in on. I tackled the topic in my post, How to Wear the Leather Trend. But, I am a huge fan of leggings and a firm believer that leggings are pants (who knew that belief could be so controversial). So, I feel I must make the case for adding leather leggings to your fall wardrobe. For ease in this article, I am going to use leather as a general term but will specifically let you know if something is real or faux. The leather leggings featured in this article are Commando Faux Leather Leggings. At only $98 they are a relatively inexpensive way to get on the leather trend.
Top Reasons You Need Leather Leggings
- If you are anything like me, your winter wardrobe consists of switching between jeans + sweater and leggings + sweater. Choosing leather leggings is just a practical way to be on trend. You will end up getting lots of use out of them.
- If you aren’t a fan of leggings because they show too much, leather leggings are thicker fabric and will hold you in better, smoothing all your perceived lumps and bumps.
- Being thicker fabric, leather leggings are perfect for those extra cold days. I find the faux leather leggings to be especially warm.
- There are a ton of faux leather legging options and most are relatively inexpensive. You can add the trend to your wardrobe for very little cost.
- Leather leggings can be worn with all your favorite footwear from boots to sneakers.
- Lastly, who didn’t want to morph into Sandy at the end of Grease in her leather leggings and off the shoulder top? She was the epitome of cool.
You Can Tip Toe into This Trend
To be honest, I tip-toed into this trend starting with Alo Yoga Brushed Leggings and then moving on to Spanx Faux Leather Leggings both of which are leather-like but really, not. I still wear both pairs. The Spanx pair has actually held up better under a ton of use. At the Nordstrom Anni sale this year, I picked up the Commando Faux Leather Leggings which look more like actual leather and therefore a bit more daring. Below, I am wearing the Spanx Faux Leather Leggings. They have a nice sheen but aren’t too leather looking. Read on for how I am wearing the Commando Leggings.
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How to Wear Leather Leggings
Now that I hopefully, convinced you to give leather leggings a try, here are some suggestions on how to wear them.You can wear leather leggings as an upgrade in place of your standard leggings everywhere except the gym. Swap your standard workout leggings like Lululemon’s for faux leather leggings and everyone will think you thought a bit longer on your outfit with actual no extra effort. It really is that simple. I am all about effortless style!
Because leather is a perceived high-end fabric you can also wear leather leggings where you wouldn’t be able to get away with your basic leggings. See below for several ways to add leather leggings to your favorite looks.
Leather Leggings + T-shirt + Denim
One of my favorite ways to wear leggings is with a t-shirt with a denim or plaid shirt open over it. It is perfect for our fickle fall weather because you can easily tie the shirt around your waist if it gets too warm. I travel in this combination all the time. Add a scarf for additional warmth. Adding leather leggings just makes this outfit look more polished.
Leather Leggings + White Blouse + Plaid Blazer
I wouldn’t wear this combo with regular leggings because they are far too casual for the structured top and blazer. Adding leather leggings elevates this look and makes it perfect look for day to night.
Top (Similar) / Blazer (similar) / Leggings / Boots
Leather Leggings + White Blouse + Sweater Coat
I am obsessed with sweater coats, sweater blazers, soft coats or whatever you want to call them. I have almost every color of the J.Crew version. They came out with a leopard version this year and I am seriously thinking about picking it up. The unstructured blazer fits perfectly with my casual lifestyle. Sweater blazers travel great! I keep one in my car at all times just in case it turns cold and it never wrinkles.
The one I am wearing below is Theory, from the Anni Sale. It is wool blend and warmer than the J.Crew version but sadly, it is sold out currently. Because they are so easy to wear, you find sweater blazers from all your favorite brands. This year, I will be picking up some patterned versions for a little different look. When something works, I go with it.
Leather Leggings + Sweater + Sneakers
As I mentioned, this combo is one of two outfit recipes, I wear all winter long. Swapping to leather leggings easily upgrades this simple outfit to something new and different. You can still wear the leggings casually by adding your favorite kicks. You can definitely wear sneakers with leather leggings and I love the high/low affect of this combo. It gives your outfit an irreverence that I always like. Below, I added sneakers to my leather leggings + blazer combo and the look is casual perfection.
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