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Sometimes, going back to the basics is best–and what is more foundational in a wardrobe than a sleek pair of black leggings? Like any closet classic, there are more ways than one to style the staple, be it with a perfect kitten-heel pump on nights out or with a stylish sneaker and white T-shirt for casual weekend attire. These days, the best black leggings strike a balance between loungewear to even workwear, thanks to a roster of brands like Toteme, The Park, and Leset who’ve reimagined it for a polished, modern wardrobe and given it a permanent spot in their collections.
Vogue’s Best Black Leggings Wish List:
Lululemon Align high-rise leggings
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The Park Josie stretch jersey leggings
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Alo Yoga high-waist airbrush leggings
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A trouser-esque legging is also a favorite among the street style scene, with fashion darlings sporting pairs with chic outerwear offerings and standout knitwear, complete with minimalist handbags and polished penny loafers. During Paris Fashion Week last year, fashion brand consultant and best-dressed guest, Barbara Martelo, stepped out in a stirrup black legging, which she styled with a cherry red, scarf-like coat, pair of pointed-toe pumps, and sleek shoulder bag. The final product proved that even an item as simple as a black legging deserves a front-row seat. (You can shop her look, similarly, below.)
In our opinion, a strong wardrobe foundation should at least include one trouser-esque black legging to dress up, beyond the high-performance styles from Lululemon and Alo Yoga, which you might sport to your next workout (or not)–starting off with Toteme’s cult-classic pair. Crafted from high-quality stretch jersey, it looks sophisticated styled next to Nour Hammour’s statement-making shearling coat, Cos’s chunky cashmere turtleneck, and some simple black ballet flats from The Row. Speaking of the Olsen twins’ label, The Row’s luxurious black leggings are the ultimate goes-with-anything staple. Worn with a preppy argyle sweater, hooded toggle coat, and a pair of fur-lined boots, this outfit makes a strong case for après-ski attire, both on-and-off the mountain.
As we ease into the true cold, here’s to elevating your wardrobe essentials in style, beginning and ending with these ten black-legging outfits.
The Insider Favorite
Leave it to the street style scene to crown the season’s newest It item. And in this case, it’s a simple yet striking stirrup legging. Styling-wise, follow suit and wear yours from Leset with Cos’s statement red overcoat, Loulou de Saison’s luxe cashmere crewneck, and little black accessories from Jil Sander and Nour Hammour. The result? A look that chicly combines the bold with the basic.
