No, if youre wearing a long cardigan, you may want to have a top that shorter. Well, it looks cute on little girls, but once you hit about 13 the look should be avoided. I am fit, (a size 2) and look like I am about 29 I still get carded at the liquor store. If you like even thicker leggings, you may consider jeggings or elasticated skinny jeans. Thanks and welcome to 40plusstyle! In my opinion, leggings are fine to wear as long as they are both loose and not see-through. I adore leggings. You dont want to show up and feel like you are in costume. In cold climates, a snug undergarment is good for thermal layering. An asymmetrical dress or draped dress will make a real statement. That way, you can still take advantage of flattering layers while staying cool. Im fit (I have to be, I compete), toned and healthy and they suit me. Absolutely. Ponte leggings (a hybrid of leggings and pants) are also a good choice. This myth is also false. Covering them with leggings is not enough because theyre generally somewhat thin and very tight. Do you like wearing leggings and how do you usually wear leggings? I live in a Muslim country, and frequently visit the gym and see Muslim, even hijab-wearing women, work out however I rarely see these skirt-legging designs in this part of the world. If see through, then only wear them as you would tights. You will want to make sure that your leggings are thick enough and have a good stretch, yet are still firm enough to give your legs a great shape. We are both in our 70s and I was shocked because of our age but having just bought a couple of pairs of leggins, SIMPLY LOVE THEM. I am in a wheelchair and age 62. My question is, I want to dress it up a bit so I bought some gold flats (I cant wear heels) with rhinestones and gold embellishments at the toe. Presumably no one is going to see it anyway, and shouldnt, so take care to select the right color for the garment being worn. Leggings are a great transitional option for spring and summer as you can wear underneath dresses or tunics, meaning you can continue wearing your favorite summer dresses even if the weather is still a little cool. I prefer slim pants. They are really heavy knit hold their shape (never bag at the knee or in back no matter how many hours I wear them) and are very warm. I found it so helpful. This @snoga_athletics skirt is so perfect for those chill days or to workout. I have had some work on my face (very natural looking so people dont know) so over all I look much younger than 70; and my energy level at my work belies my real age. Take a look at the best asymmetrical tops and dresses. SO PLEASED I TOOK HER ADVICE. There is a special article for tall women too at https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-dress-when-you-are-tall. Dont forget about leggings for the gym! I found out that boots are often wore almost year around there in Long Beach area. Find out some of our top recommendation for jeans. Yes, I love to wear leggings. Leggings are insanely comfy and that is a big reason why they have become so popular. Why do you need a slip? Thanks! Thank you Sylvia for your response. I havent worn leggings for quite sometime. But I have no money left. But there are people who do choose to wear them this way. Im exactly the opposite. I have heavier ones for cold weather and thin ones for warmer weather. Here is how I recently wore asuper asymmetrical black top with white over-the-knee skinnies and a high / low tunic with very stretchy skinnies. Thanks for the great advice. Long cardigans can create lovely vertical lines which can help to elongate your figure. 
It is a Huge pet peeve of mine to see anyone, of any age, advertising!! Gorgeous. For more ideas on how to dress the best when you are petite you can also check this article: https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-dress-when-you-are-short-petite/. I have a pair of black ones and a pair of brown ones. I am 67 years I wear leggings as pants My legs look great in them i think alot of women can wear them ! But I am from the Seattle area. Black leggings are clearly a complete classic that will go with everything you own. Yes I agree about legging and weddings. It may be your truth Cathy but its certainly not mine. Abbey (above) opts for a pair of edgy leather-look leggings and teams them with boots and an on-trend cape. I am blessed with long model-like legs and people honestly stop at mall and tell me how great I look (I am always surprised that they would comment). just make sure you dont wear if frayed, faded or wrinkly!!! #Repost @_mariahbrianne with @get_repost I love dressing up but sometimes I just wanna wear sneakers and a hoodie. I also have trouble finding clothes sometimes because of my body type. thanks 
And, now shes sporting the latest summer look legging (were in Australia) being the non-stretch rayon harem pants style. A top underneath is usually better fitted. I love the leggings and short dress look for both winter and summer. Thank you again! Parisian women have an effortless and elegant style. I love dresses but have bad viens on my legs, so I wear pants or maxi dresses. Avoid animal prints (unless you are opting for skinny jeans instead of leggings) and disco fabrics for your leggings and remember that the classier the top, the better leggings will look. And, depending on the style and material, you can wear leggings for everything from exercising to a night out. Some like to cover their skin and many like to flaunt it. I hope you got some more clarity on how to wear leggings! There are so many other options to wear. I am short, and have short legs, so tunic tops make me look stubby. My mother is 83, and looks wonderful in loose fitting leggings. It's my mission to help you find modest clothing for every occasion! Absolutely, although I find that leggings look better when you go for one of the more neutral colors or if the color nicely blends in with your tunic. Oh well. Zella live-in leggings have consistently good reviews. This is especially nice when you select a great print. This is my humble opinion. As you may have seen from the images above, it is great to wear a shoe in the same color as your leggings as it elongates your legs even further. I am a 68 year old and have been wearing leggings for ages and still do. 25 years ago I enjoyed wearing stirrup stretch pants. This is false. I have a apple shape body, You will find lots of our suggestions on wearing red at https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-wear-red/, Hi Sylvia, This is because leggings are already tight and wearing a tight shirt with them makes your whole outfit form-fitting. Just look at Judith Boyd on how she always wears leggings in such a stylish way . There are no special places to find them but you can see them everywhere. (Eww) I sure would like to tell her how inappropriate (and offensive) her look is but cant bring myself to talk to her for fear of hurting her feelings. I generally dont like to wear long shirts anyway, because with my pear shape, they tend to cling to my hips and butt while hanging loosely over my thighs, which makes me look lumper and bigger than loose leggings could ever do. My legs are ugly and I have poor circulation so I have to wear support socks or hose. All the clothes I feature are in my opinion young and hip. All wide is just going to make you look bigger so find tops that are a bit tailored in the waist. Tulle is a delicate fabric, so should be worn with a delicate leg covering, such as sheer hosiery that does not fight the look. Leggings are very fashionable and can easily be dressed up. I love the look of a loose top with black leggings for women. Just go for a style that suits you. I own their second nature capris and ready to wear leggings. A grat pair of leggings which I wear almost exclusively know is SpanxCoverage is really good and they hold you in. So, exactly how should you wear leggings so they also look good? If youre exercising or out for a walk, you might prefer to choose a pair of leggings you can fit your phone in like the leggings from IUGA (below). Ive always worn them with tall boots (not over knee) or flats. You can also consider getting some white leggings and combine with a long cotton blouse or short dress as seen here https://40plusstyle.com/how-to-wear-leggings-over-40-an-extensive-guide/#comments. I love how comfy they are but the material is not much thicker then a pair of opaque tights. so halfway to the knees? Ive solved that by cutting off about 2 inches from the hem. On the other side of the world, theres Snoga Athletics an American brand that creates modest activewear, and has a primary target clientele of Jewish and Christian women, for whom modesty means covering at least up to the knee in loose-fitting clothing. Please give some guidance on what to wear when you have knock knees. Lynne (above) looks fabulous in her leather leggings worn with sparkly boots. Now my wide bottom jeans dont work. My long time girl friend who was a buyer for Marshall Fields just got me onto leggings. I have a red asymmetric top . Anja always looks wonderful! To anyone studying fashion and religious dress codes I invite you to center your thesis on the leggings conundrum. Leggings are pants. Any other suggestions would help. I love your advice though. Mystery. All your advice seems to be for women who are short with apple or pear shapes. I have a size 2 waist and a size 4 butt like a tiny Kim Kardashian). In fact I still kept some of them until now. Although usually with skinnies rather than leggings. My site is dedicated to this topic so you will find articles throughout this site that tackle it. We like to style even as we age. Im long and lean with a very small waist (size 2) but my butt and hips are big in a sense considering my waist. I am just turned 71, as I remember I wore a lot of leggings in 1966 , when I was in college. I do not think many women who are not well proportioned, under a size 12 with naturally pretty legs can look elegant in tight pants. Make sure your leggings dont end at the widest point of your legs. Skintight attire (if any attire at all) is a prerequisite for this sort of style, and leggings, which offer coverage in terms of covering the skin, yet at the same time show off a womans shape and form, seem to be a sort of middle ground for those modest fashion enthusiasts who seek to wear garments that may cover the body, without enveloping it in layers of loose clothing.
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