Leather Leggings
Leather pants are back in style! But we aren’t talking about the same leather pants that John Travolta squeezed into for his role in the movie Grease. The new style comes in the form of leather leggings. The new fashion trend is being spotted all over Hollywood, fashion show runways and closets across America. It seems designers have decided to pair two classic iconic fashion staples, leather pants and leggings, to create a new fashion must have. They provide with look of leather pants without the gross sweat factor.
Leather leggings are comfortable, sleek and completely versatile. They can be dressed up or dressed down and can be worn for a night on the town, an afternoon lunch date or in the comfort of your own home. Black leather leggings, also known as bleggings” seem to be the most popular choice among the celebrity elite. Don’t have a celebrity budget? No problem. There is a pair of leather leggings out there in your price range.
Victoria Beckham, wife to soccer pro David Beckham, was recently spotted leaving an airport wearing a pair of simple and sleek black leather leggings. Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas and pop star turned country singing sensation Jessica Simpson have both sported leather leggings during their live concerts. Fergie paired her leggings with a bright purple sweater and stilettos while Jessica chose a more comfortable route and went sans shoes. Pop star Rhianna has also been seen wearing leather leggings on and off the stage.. Dirrty singer Christina Aguilera, Mrs. Tom Cruise, also known as Katie Holmes, heiress Nikki Hilton and Ashley Olson have also been seen donning black leather leggings in their own style.
People Magazine’s Style Watch calls leather leggings “hot” while Nylon Magazine featured actress Scarlett Johannson on the cover of their June/July issue showing off her pair of leather leggings. Elle Magazine says leather leggings “add edge to any outfit” and MadameDaily.com says “heads will definitely be turning your way” when wearing a pair of leather leggings.
As you can see, leather is back and better than ever before. Before you turn your nose up at leather, know the difference in today’s leather and leather of the past. Leather leggings are completely breathable allowing the air to circulate and keep you dry. They are multipurpose when it comes to choosing an outfit. You won’t go wrong when you choose to compliment your outfit with a pair of leather leggings.