HOW TO WEAR LEGGINGS TO WORK
Leggings to work? Yes, to work!!
[ctt template=”8″ link=”8uGvh” via=”no” ]I can state the obvious: leggings are comfortable and convenient. There are some days where I can’t even imagine putting on skinny jeans or working an 8-hour day in slacks again.[/ctt]
I would most likely assume that most women have worn leggings as part of an casual weekend outfit around the house, to the gym, grocery shopping and while out running errands, but now to the office – that is quite a complete different story. That is until now.
To the office, I hear you whisper out loud in disbelief. Yes – to the office!! I have been doing it for a while now but let me tell you all that it is actually serious genius look for the office.
Leggings are sleek and understated and easy to pair with your favorite statement-making over the knee or thigh boots. And since leggings tend to fit snuggly on your body, they’re great for layering with looser pieces on top, such as a blouse, long cardigans and/or coats.
Now I’ve read on a few fashion blogs (which I won’t name here) that wearing leggings as another form of fashion staple apart from the gym is a big no no. Well, I’m here to tell you that if it looks good and more importantly if it feels good – then go for it! But you do need to be wary, not even the most basic type of leggings will alway look good (stay clear off loose cotton leggings – that’s a big NO! They will seriously stretch over time and you will look like you’re wearing MC Hammer pants (‘U Cant Touch This’ 90’s rapper) to work?!!). It has to fit and slightly sculpt so that it creates a great silhouette – strong, firm, spandex like material.
So here I introduce to you all – LaSculpte, who I have previously collaborated with on a post (this is the post – shaping 7/8 length grey marl tight) last year and I m very happy to say that still until this day, I regularly wear these leggings.
SUGGESTIONS TO WHAT TO WEAR WITH LEGGINGS
- add a structured military jacket with simple black leggings, a crisp white top, and ballet flats
- add a long wool cardigan (this is my go-to when the weather suddenly drops quite a few degrees in the colder weather!!)
- layer a shirt and a long cardigan, and ankle boots
- pair a short dress over the leggings
- pair a long shirt with your leggings and add a funky scarf
- add a long jumper/pull-over, with a statement necklace (to make it a tad more chic)
- add a blazer that hits below the hip (and covers your behind), and a cool scarf
These shaping 7/8 Length Grey Leggings are a 4-way stretch fabric for great shape retention, moisture wickening, quick dry and breathable. Shape power net mesh at waits and thighs for tummy tucking and slimming your waist , hips and thighs. There’s also a waistband hidden pocket (for one key or money).
To include leggings as part of your office look, make sure to keep it office-appropriate – meaning complete the look with traditional pieces such as a collared blouse and refined pumps, or over the knee boots. Make sure to include a blazer that hits below the hip (and that covers your hot ass) will all make it look seriously amazing.
WHAT I'M WEARING
Would you consider wearing leggings to your office job? Do you wear or have you worn leggings to your job? What do you like to wear them with? Let me know in the comments below.
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March 29, 2017Thank you so much lovely!! And thank you dropping by and commenting xx
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March 28, 2017Thank you so very much babe xx
Cheoane Mapolo
March 28, 2017I love leggings, easy to wear and style, I like how you styled yours xx
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Style and Life by Susana
March 26, 2017Sounds good to me!! xx
Miriam Elisabet Crausaz
March 25, 2017I love the leggings, and I take them to the office, a pair of black leggings more formal style, white shirt with thin black line over leggings, and blaizer with 4 buttons, silk scarf, suede shoes and voila !!! What do you think?
Style and Life by Susana
March 25, 2017Exactly!! You just need to use your imagination and make something out of nothing, and voila! You have an awesome outfit!! xx
Sophie Louise Buckle
March 24, 2017I love wearing leggings and think this shows that they aren’t just for lounging around you can actually style them!!
Sophie xx
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March 24, 2017Thank you so much xx
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March 24, 2017🙂 thank you so much xx
Caroline Cor
March 23, 2017Very nice pictures! I love wearing leggings! 🙂 Do you wanna follow each other via GFC? Let me know 🙂
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radiatefashion
March 23, 2017Love the smiling picture so much! Great look 🙂
Style and Life by Susana
March 23, 2017Awwwww thank you babe! All you just need to do is just style it with the right pieces and boom! Comfortability at work, YAY! 🙂 xx
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March 23, 2017Really? 🙁 Thank you for dropping by and commenting xx
Style and Life by Susana
March 23, 2017They are so super comfortable. You just to style it the right way and you can easily incorporate it to wear to work! xx
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March 23, 2017Thank you lovely xx
Cassidy's Adventures
March 22, 2017Wow, these leggings looks absolutely fantastic with this outfit! I normally don’t wear leggings out, but I just might when paired with that top!
Chrissy
March 22, 2017I used to wear leggings at work! They were so much fun to wear and super comfortable, too. x
Style and Life by Susana
March 22, 2017Thank you so much babe!
Candace
March 22, 2017These leggings actually remind me a lot of trousers. They look so comfy and look like they would fit right into the workplace. I love the way you’re wearing these!
Shasha
March 22, 2017Lol at MC Hammer pants! I adore how you styled this and that blazer is perfect! I’ve toyed with the idea of wearing leggings to work, but I’ve always decided against it. After reading your post, I think I will give it a try by pairing them with a blazer. You look fabulous as always hun!
Style and Life by Susana
March 22, 2017Thank you xx Susana
Aubrie Engman
March 22, 2017I love leggings and wear them all of the time! Such a cute styled work outfit!
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March 22, 2017Thank you xx Susana
Camilla
March 22, 2017Super comfy, but also super stylish..nice look!
XOXO
Cami
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Style and Life by Susana
March 22, 2017Thanks babe xx Susana
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March 22, 2017Thank you babe xx any pair of leggings I have that turn loose I use them then as sleepwear *LOL* xx Susana
Travel Pockets
March 22, 2017Hahahaah, those MC Hammer pants! I totally know what you are talking about 🙂 I bought a pair of loose cotton leggings and immediately regretted it after I wore it around for a few hours. Leggings definitely need spandex in them. I love how you styled these leggings. Perfect as always.
Shweta Shah
March 21, 2017I totally get this! How I wish work clothes were more comfortable!! I am so going to try leggings one of these days haha
Style and Life by Susana
March 21, 2017Thank you so much babe! xx Susana
Style and Life by Susana
March 21, 2017I can be very posh you see 😀 …I used to wear pencil skirts and trousers but I don’t have time for that anymore *LOL* xx Susana
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March 21, 2017Thank you so much xx Susana
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March 21, 2017You’re so welcome babe! xx Susana
Megan Barker
March 21, 2017Hahha yesss! I’m all for leggings- I’m wearing them right now as I sit at my desk… mind you I work from home but I remember when I worked at my previous job, they had STRICT rule about no leggings. Like you said, I think it’s changing now and legging has upgraded now to being thicker and dressier. I love the look you’re rocking! Comfy + Profesh <3 Great combo.
Style and Life by Susana
March 21, 2017These ones are super comfy as the heel is flat, so you won’t have sore feet by the end of the day xx Susana
Tereza Cityscape Bliss
March 21, 2017When I worked in the office I’d ALWAYS wear leggings – like the ones you’re wearing, not the terribly thin ones that show your knickers haha! Some women would wear proper pencil skirts and office trousers but honestly – who can sit in those for a whole day?! Love how you’ve dressed it up, the ribbon is so Victorian! x
Gabrielle Crystal RoseBonniee
March 20, 2017This outfit looks amazing! Lovely photos ❀
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Phoem Ponce
March 20, 2017New inspiration for outfits that will look good on leggings! Thanks for this post! And you’re right! Its actually very comfortable wearing leggings! I always go for comfort! <3
Style and Life by Susana
March 20, 2017Thank you babe! xx Susana
Julian Palmer
March 20, 2017Love it!