Unless you have a few hours to spend for a long debate, don’t ever bring up a dislike for leggings around a fashion editor. Though we’ve all had our ups and downs with the elasticised pant, with the help of the quiet luxury trend and the growing activewear market, the the fashion set has now fallen firmly on pro-legging side, making them a mainstay of their wardrobe rotations and styling them to the office, the park, and for a night out time and time again.
It’s not just fashion editors who have caught the legging bug, model and style icon Rosie Huntington-Whiteley continues to make the case for the understated trouser. Twice in one week we’ve spotted Huntington-Whiteley style leggings—and no, she’s not been on her way to the gym, the model has been testing the legging limit, wearing them with pointed toe stilettos, heeled boots and smart blazers, injecting a polished edge into the notoriously casual trouser.
Most recently Huntington-Whiteley revived a classic legging and heels pairing that we haven’t seen much of for about 10 years. The model wore her long-line black leggings looped underneath the sole of her foot, and styled with a pointed-toe court shoe. Though it’s not a pairing we’re used to—you’re much more likely to see leggings styled with a retro trainer or knee-high boot in 2023, her structured jacket balanced the sleek shoe styling for a supremely elegant finish.
Enjoying the warmer climate of Abu Dhabi, earlier this week Huntington-Whiteley styled leggings once again, this time with ankle length heeled boots and a light denim jacket. Sporting a more casual silhoutte, the model opted for a fresh white tee and kept her accessories to a minimum letting her relaxed base carry the look.
Whilst The Row and Toteme offer their chic iterations, H&M and Mango have been known to come out with their own hard-to-resist pairs. If you’re keen to shop Huntington-Whiteley’s elevated look, or simply interested in introducing a little more comfort into your life, shop our edit of the best leggings to buy right now.
The merino wool will keep you cosy in the depths of winter.
Style with stilettos for a party-ready look.
Uniqlo’s heattech range is a cold-weather saviour.
These patent-effect heels are perfect for party-season.
These ankle-grazing leggings look great with flats or heels.
These flared leggings are designed for yoga, yet look stylish enough to wear all day.
Style with knee-high boots for low-effort, high-impact look.
Leather slingback shoes are a true wardrobe classic.
Stirrup leggings and mary janes are the casual weekend outfit I’ve been searching for.
Wear unzipped layered over ankle boots or style zipped up for a sung finish.
These leggings come in a regular and long length.
These ultra-high stilettos are a timeless wardrobe addition.
These elegant scuba leggings are a lesson plan in less-is-more design.
Chocolate brown is a major colour trend this winter season.
These leggings also come in a deep navy shade.
Wear with stirrup leggings or a slim-fitting suit.
