While the mere mention of the word “jeggings” brings about snickers and eye-rolling (who comes up with these silly fashion-industry names?), its rising popularity is undeniable. Hate the name, love the product. Jeggings are essentially part jeans, part leggings. With stitching and details to look like denim jeans, jeggings have the comfort and fit of sturdy leggings. I picked up a pair while I was in Korea last year, and have been living in them ever since.
Some people dismiss these denim leggings as a fad for the young, or perhaps think they don’t have the body type to wear them. But with an abundance of colours, finishes, and details, there is a pair of jeggings suitable for pretty much any body type and age. To give you an idea of how comfortable and stretchy they are, I wore my pair of jeggings up until I was seven months pregnant (with the waist below my baby bump, of course).
If I could wear pajamas or sweat pants to the store without feeling ostracized, I would. While I love jeans, I rarely wear them at home as they just aren’t as comfortable as my good ol’ sweat pants. But my beloved (and now slightly worn out) pair of jeggings are a good transition from home to the store.
While a portion of people sport jeggings to be trendy, I think there are a lot of women who like me, just want something that blends style and comfort.
Here are a few tips on How to Wear Jeggings.
Do:
- Wear jeggings with a longer-fitting top, tunic, dress, or boyfriend jacket.
- Pair them with ballet flats, heels, or boots.
- Get a thicker material if you plan on showing off your bum.
- Try on a few different pairs to find the one most flattering for your body type.
- Pick out a darker shade of blue or black if you want a slimming effect.
Don’t:
- Forget about your choice in underwear. If your top doesn’t cover your bum, make sure you avoid the disastrous look of VPL (visible panty lines); wear a thong, or if you’re brave enough, go commando.
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