Why are Women in Their 60’s Absolutely in Love with Leggings

The question of whether or not wearing leggings in your 60s is appropriate should be a no brainer. Leggings are always appropriate! In fact, we’ve found that women in their 60s love them even more for a myriad of reasons.

Leggings are a comfortable and stylish addition to any kind of wardrobe. You don’t have to be a stylista to know how to wear leggings - they go with everything! If you’re on the fence about wearing leggings in your 60s, here are 5 reasons to get you on board. Once we’ve got you convinced, we’ll talk you through ways that will help you style your leggings and have you looking your very best.


5 Reasons to Love Your Leggings

They’re Super Versatile in Style

In our opinion, leggings look great no matter your age! One of the reasons for that is because they can be suited to just about any outfit.  

The most versatile leggings out there have to be the famous black leggings. Black leggings should be a staple in everyone’s wardrobe! Other than that, leggings come in many different types of materials and patterns to suit how you’re feeling and what you’d like to wear. You could even try some “jeggings” (jean-leggings) to maximize comfort whilst still achieving that lust-worthy denim style.

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Leggings can be dressed up or dressed down. With just the swapping out of your shoes, throwing on accessories, and pairing your look with a fitted jacket, you’ll be ready for a night out!

They’re Completely Comfortable

Comfort and fashion aren’t often found in the same sentence. In fact, we can almost guarantee that most women spent their 20s and 30s in trendy but uncomfortable clothing. Sound familiar? Well, with leggings you won’t have to worry about constricting hemlines or tight clasps. You’ll love how soft the material feels against your skin while the elasticated waistband fits snuggly around you.

They Come in All Shapes, Sizes, and Prints

Don’t let the common black leggings fool you. Leggings are available in just about any color or material that you could think of!

You can keep it casual with your neutral tones or mix things up with fun patterns and different textures. Patterned leggings add a pop of flair to any outfit while faux-leather leggings are perfect for smart occasions.

No matter what you’re on the market for, we can almost guarantee that there are a pair of leggings with your name of them.

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They Make for Great Transitional Pieces

Do you have items in your wardrobe that are just waiting for the season to be right for them to be worn? You’ve got your chunky knits for winter and your linen dresses for summer, but what do you wear in-between? Leggings!

As leggings tend to be fairly light in its material, they make for great transitional pieces to wear all year round. During summer you can wear them under your favorite dress and for winter, they pair wonderfully with a pair of boots and a peacoat.

They Work with Your Body

Every woman knows that battle that comes with finding the perfect pair of jeans. At times, it can take a lot of sweat, self-doubt, and even a little bit of tears if you’re shopping on an off day. We’ve all been there! The biggest concern for older women is finding pants that hug their body in the right way and leggings might just be the answer.

Most leggings have a fair amount of stretch to them that mold your body. Having a closely knitted fabrication will help keep your leggings’ form while maintaining its great color. We’d recommend opting for leggings with a higher waist to help elongate your shape and to had a little bit more coverage to your outfit. The higher waist will also add definition to figure.

How to Wear Leggings in Your 60s

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  • Coverage is Key

As an older woman, coverage may be key to your outfit’s composition which is perfect for wearing leggings. You see, one of the main styling tips we could give on how to wear leggings is knowing what works with your body. With the right coverage, you’ll look chic and finished!

When you wear your leggings, make sure to pair them with a longer tunic or shirt. The extra length will cover up any unwanted lumps and bumps while making your overall look seem put together. If it’s a little cold outside, a longer coat is the perfect addition to your outfit.

  • Layer Your Pieces

Another key styling tip is layering. Leggings work best when you layer your other pieces on top of it. Try wearing a button up shirt for that longer length but them putting on a fitted pullover to master that layered look. You could even layer with scarves, waistcoats, and jackets.

Leather jacket outfit

  • Boots are Your Friend

When you’re wearing leggings, one of the trickiest styling mishaps you could run into is choosing the right shoes for your outfit. Well, we’re here to say that boots are the safest way to go. Any shoe can work with your leggings, but in our opinion boots are best.

We’re not just talking any kind of boots. We’re talking over-the-knee boots, ankle boots, knee-high boots, and even wellington boots for those rainy days. You can tuck your leggings straight into these which give your legs a great elongated look.

  • Go Short for the Warmer Days

When the weather starts warming up and your boots are simply not an option anymore, you can still wear your leggings and look fabulous. If you’re looking to pair your leggings with sneakers or your summer sandals, try opting for shorter length leggings. Ankle grazer leggings are perfect for summer! They’re just the right length to give you amazing coverage but are short enough to show off your trendy sandals. 

sandals and leggings

Now that you know how to wear leggings, are you loving them as much as we do? With all of the benefits, it’s not hard to see why women in their 60s love this fashion item!

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