6 Comfortable Yet Chic Items That Work Perfectly With Leggings
The beauty of leggings is that they’re not only versatile, but comfortable. As a result, many fashion people wear leggings to keep comfy when they’re out and about. In terms of the specific outfit formulas that seem to be most popular now, well, style setters happen to be reaching for other cozy items to pair with the equally-comfy leggings.
Below we’re showcasing the comfy yet chic items that work perfectly with leggings. Given that we’re heading deeper into the colder months, a certain chunky knit style is certainly popular. You’ll also notice other go-to relaxed silhouettes. Keep scrolling for a range of styling and shopping inspiration.
1. Oversized Sweater
Style Notes: A chunky knit is a winter staple, and that ideal style looks perfect with leggings. A pair of crew socks over the leggings is also cool.
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The stirrup detail makes these leggings look high-end. You could also pair them with an oversized blazer.
2. Puffer
Style Notes: Puffers are practical (warm!), but also quite chic. This outfit with the vest over the turtleneck and leggings gets an A+.
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Both longline and shorter puffers look great with leggings and denim.
It's been years since we were first introduced to Totême's quilted coat and it's still a coveted item.
3. Utility Jacket
Style Notes: For an effortless silhouette, consider tossing on a utility jacket over a long-sleeve tee with your leggings and ballet flats.
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4. Graphic Sweatshirt
Style Notes: Keep it laid-back yet trend-focused with a graphic sweatshirt, leggings, and retro trainers.
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A slightly different take on a sweatshirt thanks to the polo collar.
Isabel Marant do sweatshirts so well.
5. Relaxed Blazer
Style Notes: For an elevated vibe, incorporate a blazer into your legging outfit. Add tall boots and a belt for an even more polished look.
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This might be the best leather blazer I've seen on the high street.
Every fashion person wants or owns a Frankie Shop blazer.
We had to include our favourite high street blazer in this edit.
6. Maxi Coat
Style Notes: A roomy coat is another comfortable and chic outerwear pick that looks fantastic with leggings and a sweater. Maxi lengths are having a moment, so choose a style that skims the floor for maximum impact.
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Next Up: Winter Is Coming—Here Are 7 Stylish Cold-Weather Outfits to Wear This November
This story originally appeared on Who What Wear U.S. and has since been updated.
Bobby Schuessler is a fashion editor with over a decade of editorial experience covering shopping, style, and beauty. He's spent 10 years at Who What Wear, currently leading the market team to deliver highly covetable and convertible content. He creates data-driven shopping guides featuring top retailers like Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter and is at the forefront of Who What Wear's shopping tentpole strategies, including Amazon Prime Day. He also works on branded content initiatives and appears on camera in video and shopping livestream franchises.
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