The most stylish “chip” of the 80s - tight leggings or leggings, as they were called then, returned to fashion last season. And it looks like they are not going to take their top positions yet this year. The undeservedly forgotten part of the women's wardrobe now takes revenge and gains more and more fans!
Once synthetic leggings leggings were the most unimaginable bright colors, and therefore were considered a kind of challenge to the mossy traditions, requiring not to stand out from the crowd. Acid shades are present in the collections now, but this is a radical solution, more appropriate for children and adolescents.
Modern fashionable leggings have more restrained shades of black, gray, navy blue, burgundy and brown. Light colors are also present: white, flesh beige, color shades are found in translucent models imitating tight tights. The most popular color is black, the texture of leggings can be either matte or shiny - imitating latex.
On sale there are even winter versions of leggings made of woolen fabric, thick velor and knitwear. Thanks to the natural threads in the composition, such leggings will perfectly warm in the cold season, and additives from artificial materials - lycra and spandex, contribute to a tight fit of the product. It is also important that high-quality leggings do not stretch on the knees and buttocks, and even help to slightly "tweak" the silhouette.
By the way, there are special models of leggings with the effect of tightening the abdomen and giving a beautiful shape to the buttocks. However, it should be remembered that any leggings look aesthetically pleasing only on a proportional figure and slender legs of the correct shape.
With what clothes and shoes is it better to wear fashionable leggings?
What types of this "footwear" are not offered by manufacturers: openwork, mesh, with "torn" cross sections, with imitation zippers along the entire length of the leg. Of course, such options are for very brave girls with perfect slender legs.
Extravagant models will be appropriate at a party, in a nightclub, “sexy” -legs can be worn at home, in order to defeat a boyfriend (or spouse) with his frank appearance. Open leggings with thin shoulder straps, corsets, various translucent blouses with a short vest worn over them are certainly suitable for such leggings. Light tunic dresses with drapery and light sweaters with a boat neckline, opening one shoulder look beautiful.
Shoes for bold outfits are also suitable emphasized-sexy, high-heeled, platform, with straps, made of suede, leather or materials such as satin and velvet (evening version).
If you need a more acceptable option for every day, fit this spring's current leggings under your skin, or imitation skinny jeans, jeggings. Such models are now very popular, and are, in some way, a substitute for jeans and leather trousers. But still, do not use leggings leggings, as an independent part of the outfit. Fashion trends are such that this accessory should only complement a well-chosen wardrobe.
Leggings that mimic the skin can be worn with a jacket, and with a coat or trench coat. Multilayered outfit options are popular when an elongated T-shirt or sweater coquettishly peeks from under a short jacket. Closed shoes are suitable for such leggings: ankle boots, shoes, boots and half boots. For moderately warm weather - platform shoes or the ubiquitous ballet shoes.
T-shirts with bright prints, loose T-shirts and tunics, light sports jackets and long “checkered” shirts, intercepted by a strap on the waist or hips, are appropriate for “jeans” leggings.
Plain opaque or openwork leggings can be worn with a short skirt. In glossy magazines there are even options for business suits with tight leggings. So, such an unusual wardrobe item can become an absolute favorite of women's fashion, as well as irreplaceable tights.
Tatyana Zinkevich