I think it's happened ... I may be a leggings person!

... eek! It's happened. I may be a leggings convert. Ok, so I'm 10 years behind the trend! I'm not talking about gear leggings or tights, but the substantial, pants-worthy-of-the-name type of leggings Angie talked about here.

They are just so comfortable and practical for my lifestyle; however, the challenge is making sure they stay true to my classic-polished-casual style. I've got some ideas and found some fun inspiration today that you might enjoy (yes, one is a maternity photo - I don't care, the blue is too pretty :D). I think a good quality non-gear dark-neutral pair of leggings might be in order (hoping I can buy some through my cousin's small retail store, so that at least I am supporting family and a small business while I'm at it!) to see what in my current wardrobe would work with leggings (vs. jeans - should be most things but probably not all). Also, starting to dream of black comfy loafers to wear with them ... *sigh*

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Me too! I was looking at some on a Facebook ad. I never thought I would see that day. I only wear leggings for Yoga. l am coming to see the wisdom.

Helena

StyleFan - was it encircled.ca??

Anonymous

Mwaaaahaaahaaa welcome to the dark side

CarolS

No shame in seeing value in this highly practical, comfortable, and versatile item of clothing. I love wide legs, but pant-weight leggings are far more practical for much of the year where I am. Enjoy!

This might be like me and flats ... a what-was-I-doing-all-those-years moment

Sal

Haha!

Me too - it suits for my life now. Yesterday - yoga for 30 mins, work til 1pm, Lunch and a walk with sons - included some rugby passes with them. Home working, then sitting on the foor folding laundry, then a 2om min bike ride to stretch my legs.

Leggings fitted the bill perfectly.....

Do you mean ponte pants? The photos look more like what I think of as ponte pants than actual leggings . And I don't mean to start this debate all over again as we've entertained it ad nauseam here

nemosmom

Nothing wrong with being comfy AND practical!!! ;). Let's see some outfits!

Jenn

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I got these ponte pants (which are more or less leggings) from Brass Clothing late last year and I LOVE them. They're the clothing equivalent of comfort food.

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Roxanna

I had the same thought as Lisa ... These seem more structured and substantial, like Ponte pants to me. But either way - love them for your style and your life style!

Angie

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I can see you in #4 - and no, you are not allowed to remove the blazer

Yes, these look like Ponte pants, which are essentially very opaque leggings. If it works for you - milk it!

Runcarla

*cry*

LeandraofBleuAvenue

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There's definitely a way to keep it classy. I think you're on the right track with choosing dark neutral shades. I usually suggest pairing leggings with tunics or short dresses and please, oh, please, none of those hideous Lula Roe printed leggings. So tacky!

Angie, I'll definitely have to up my jacket game if I need pursue this strategy! Love that blazer.

Yes Lisa, bang on - I definitely mean ponte pants or the equivalent ... Not the gear or thin cottony ones. Good distinction!

Kathie

It doesn’t hurt to try. I bought one pair, of the heavier, almost Ponte thick variety, a couple years ago. Definitely not a workhorse item, but a fun change on occasion. Go for it!

hereforthecake

I got several pairs of ponte leggings from "Hue" . They are super opaque and super comfortable. Washed and worn probably 100 times (seriously) and still look fab.

Elizabeth P

If you are a costco member... the dahlia ponte pants they sell are AWESOME. Might be too late for them now, but they have them in the winter. Last years version was esp great... I had some from 3-4 years ago too, but they are starting to get a bit baggy so I got more this year.

Great tips friends thanks - I'll check out Hue online and Costco come fall (staying far, far away from any Costco until this ordeal is over; they are way too crowded here!)

Christina F.

I can see the appeal! I just rid of most of my ponte pants for being too skinny.

My current solution has been joggers! But I also got these from Saint & Sofia (took a long time to exchange for the right size, but it arrived before things got too bad).

smittie

It’s funny, I don’t see legging as being less dressy than jeans. I think of them as both very casual.

I think the main issue is making sure the leggings don’t attract lint and don’t pill. If they’re pristine, they can be dressed up or down.

So to make a long story short, I support leggings for you!

Mainelady

I love these! I do consider them to be more substantial than leggings. I have a few pair that are ponte pants. They wash and wear great and to my eye they give me more of a polished look than the jeggings I am so fond of wearing. I love them with boots, because there is no tucking required and I love them with flats and sneakers. For me they were essential to my work wardrobe.......when I actually left the house to go to work. I haven’t worn a pair in 3 weeks.

notsaf

I had the ponte pants from Brass that Jenn has, but the sizing didn't work for me (I have a small waist) so they kept falling down. That's a problem I've had with other ponte pants in the past (I'm remembering a pair from Esprit c. 2014 that were styled like jeans, but actually ponte material), so no I avoid them now. But if you can find a pair that work for you, go for it! I'm on a khaki kick, so am particularly liking you #1. I think Everlane does something like this, too? Keep us posted!

Also, thumbs up to comfy loafers! If they were at all practical, I would definitely own these!

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rachylou

I support this

Yes! The leggings and dressy sweatpants that I saw were from encircled. I am very tempted. I really like the idea of ponte pants but I have never seen them IRL. Why is that? I really need something to wear at home that is not all stretched out and is not too revealing IYKWIM.

Bijou

I think they will look very stylish on you. For me,I am happy with my denim and trousers. With white dogs, pointe pants would be covered in fur in 5 minutes.

Jane

I think they will look great! Lovely to find a new item of clothing

(It’s the knees that frustrate me on ponte pants / thick leggings as I’ve not found a pair that doesn’t bag out. And then the next thing for me is when I wear pop sox / knee highs as I think people can see the line. My beefs. Not yours!

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