Found: All the Winter Outfits With Leggings

All we want in an outfit come wintertime is something that's comfortable and warm. Jeans, though a great choice, can feel so cold and rough against our skin. That's why this year, we're swapping our bottoms for cozy, stretchy leggings all season long, because, as it turns out, the athletic pants are actually far more versatile than you'd think. Sure, you can wear them to the gym, but they also make for a great winter looks—just take the below winter outfits with leggings as proof.

You can wear leggings with everything in your closet, from the obvious pairing of leggings-and-sweatshirts (or oversize knits) to the less common leggings-with-heels situation. Regardless of how you wear them throughout the cold-weather season, one thing's for certain: You'll be able to move with ease, without the fear of an icy metal button stinging your skin. (We love you, jeans, but it's true.) Ready to slip into a pair of leggings? Read on to see our favorite winter leggings outfits, and then shop the key piece.

Mix sporty and chic elements to create this cool winter outfit.

Go for a monochrome look.

Style a pair of stirrup leggings with statement heels.

A leather jacket will always look good paired with leggings.

Style your leggings with a cozy sweater for ultimate comfort.

Try wearing your leggings with platform sneakers for an elevated sporty vibe.

Another classic winter outfit with leggings? A gray sweatshirt and sneakers.

Opt for a pair of printed leggings if you're not feeling basic black.

Or try leggings in a bright hue this winter.

Style a pair of ankle socks over your black leggings.

This leggings-and–jean jacket combo is perfect for a day of running errands.

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