Step into the Legging Revolution
Modern day clothing is all about comfort, style and individualism. Leggings are a fine example of that. Undoubtedly, leggings are one of the greatest inventions in the women apparels department. Made out of comfortable, stretchable material, several celebrities, street fashionistas and every day women can be seen wearing them regularly. One of the greatest advantages of leggings is that it boasts of fashion alongside comfort debunking the age old theory “that comfort and fashion don’t go hand in hand”. So, if you don’t own a pair already, here are top 8 reasons why leggings are a wardrobe necessity.
Spews Comfort
Leggings are embodiment of comfort. The materials used to make leggings are either hosiery or cotton spandex. Both materials are highly breathable and stretchable. Plus it has an elastic band that allows it to comfortably rest on the waist. They are almost like your second skin and not an overwhelming piece of clothing that is restricting and uncomfortable.
Rather Versatile
When it comes to versatility of a garment, leggings take the cake. You can almost team it up with anything- crop tops, tunics, sweater, kurti, dress etc.
Colourful & Stylish
Besides basic black, grey, brown and white you can also buy printed leggings online or any women garment section of a store. Colourful leggings are chic, eclectic and synonymous with individual style. They come in all kind of colours and bold prints. You can pair them with a pair of boots for a bohemian getup or stilettos for a spunky style or regular white sneakers for a casual look.
Bid adieu to denims
According to Edited, the leaders in retail and apparel research, the sale of yoga pants and leggings have escalated by 341 % coupled with the decline of denims by 6% in US markets. This is a very important indication that leggings are not running out of style anytime soon. A lot of designers are taking this cue, making leggings an integral part of runway shows and fashion weeks around the world.
Reasonable Price point
In comparison to denim and jeans, leggings are reasonably priced. The price of regular cotton is anything between Rs. 250 to Rs. 300, lycra leggings can be purchased for Rs. 350 to 400. Printed leggings are a little expensive. You can buy printed leggings online for Rs. 600 to 800. If you compare these prices from the price of regular denims, leggings are most definitely reasonably priced.
Can be used all year round
One of the biggest advantages of leggings is that they can be worn throughout the year. Denims and jeans can get a little uncomfortable during hot summer months. On the other hand, leggings can be worn any time of the year be it summer or winter. These days you can also find leggings that come with a fleece lining. They can help you keep warm without having to do bulk layering. A lot of women also like to wear high rise boots during summer. The biggest advantages of leggings are they can easily be tucked inside a boot making you look stylish and chic.
Can be worn as pants
Can leggings be worn as pants? Well this is an ongoing debate that is constantly asked in the fashion world. Leggings are certainly not pants, but in my opinion, with the right top and shoes you can certainly pull the pant look with leggings. Try buying leggings in a size bigger which will give you the loose fit of a trouser, serving the purpose and yet comfortable.
Compliments any body size
It’s a misnomer that leggings only suit the super slim and thin people. On the contrary due to the stretch material, leggings fit and compliments any body size or type.
What do you think of leggings? Do let me know in the comments below.