The birthplace of spats is France. Their original purpose was to warm the calf muscles of athletes and dancers. Well, today they have migrated from the world of big sports to the sphere of high fashion. And many women happily flaunt them. If you haven’t joined their ranks yet because you don’t know how to wear leg warmers correctly, our site is ready to fill this gap in your fashion education.
What to wear with leg warmers
When choosing leg warmers for a classic look, you should look at the length of the skirt or dress: choose short models or lower long ones. Because there must be a gap between the hem and the product, which will emphasize the slenderness of the legs and place the right accents in the overall look.
Correct leg length
And also take into account these nuances:
- for bright clothes, restrained colors are better suited, but you can experiment with bright models under bright clothes, just choose the tones in the palette so that there is harmony, not diversity;
- leggings seem to continue the time of wearing dresses and skirts in the fall of 2018 and can be combined like this: strict styles of skirts with decorative or openwork, the main thing is not to overdo it so that the image does not become ridiculous;
- with denim skirts or shorts they will look luxurious in any material;
- You can choose any style of dress - from stylish flared to cocoon. Strict plain leggings will help maintain the elegance of the image, while decorative ones or ones with texture will add playfulness and cheerfulness;
The best ideas for stylish looks with leg warmers
- When choosing shorts, add thick tights in cool weather. Strict models will go with classic shorts, and denim ones can be in any colors and patterns;
- with boots and skinny jeans we wear leg warmers tucked into shoes - it will be a hundred times warmer and more stylish, and the color can match the jeans, shoes or clothes;
- when combining with leggings or tights, you need to choose which of these will be bright and which will be the “background”: bright leggings with “nondescript” leggings or vice versa;
- in 2020, fashionistas continue to happily combine knitted or knitted dresses, long cardigans and sweaters with leg warmers, even knitted ones. It looks especially stunning when the knitting, elements or patterns match;
- A successful set is considered when the leg warmers, headdress, scarf and gloves (mittens) are the same.
What to wear with accessories
Leg warmers can be worn over boots, tights, with skinny jeans or trousers, you can wear them with sports shoes and classic pumps. The combination of wardrobe details with ankle boots or oxfords on a low platform is becoming increasingly popular. In fact, they can complement almost any outfit, as long as it matches the chosen style.
To understand how to wear leg warmers with boots, you should evaluate the material from which they are made, their size, shape and the length of your legs. For example, to add volume to too thin legs, you need to buy thick (perhaps even knitted) high socks and wear them with ankle boots and bright tights.
Photo – Beige leg warmers
Black wool leg warmers, worn under boots so that they extend 15cm above the Uggs or boots, are suitable for any length of foot. The same warm stockings can be worn with closed shoes or ankle boots, but so that they cover the heel; in this case, leggings spread along the entire length of the leg or leg warmers gathered on the leg in a relaxed accordion will look equally good.
In addition, it is now fashionable not only to wear leg warmers with boots, but also to try them on with basic clothing or even on your hands, for example, for walking around the house. Leg warmers go well with tunics, miniskirts and mid-length hemlines, dresses, shorts and suits, jodhpurs, skinny trousers and capri pants. In short, leg warmers can be worn with almost anything you want, except
evening dresses or classic suits.
Photo - Knitted leg warmers and knitted sweater
However, when choosing clothes for leg warmers, you need to consider the texture of the fabric you will wear. So knitted high socks will be a perfect pair with knitted dresses, cardigans and sweaters. Long women's socks, which have a smooth texture, will be well complemented by small details of the image: a knitted hat, scarves, armbands. This outfit is simply elegantly complemented by openwork fingerless mittens, plain tights or leggings.
Wearing leggings with a dress or skirt is governed by the principle of supremacy, or the shorter the dress, the longer the leggings, but this does not matter what style or color of the dress. This stylish accessory can be worn with light summer dresses made of thin materials and with warm knitted or crocheted models.
Photo – Set of leg warmers and mitts
White leg warmers give every girl a sense of style and attractiveness at any time of the year, so don’t be afraid to experiment and create the most daring and original looks that will help you stand out from the crowd.
High boots or jackboots for any woman are an integral part of the demi-season or winter wardrobe and, perhaps, everyone will agree that suede models look very neat, stylish, elegant and noble. Socks without heels with ankle boots look no less beautiful. For many girls, this is just a way to present old shoes in a completely new way with one small detail.
General tips from stylists:
- Leg warmers without pants will not fit well on crooked legs; it is better to wear them over trousers;
- Fashion is very changeable, so it’s better not to buy bright models; buy a set or knee socks in calm, pastel colors;
- Of course, it is very important to prevent your feet from sweating. In the fall-winter season, it is appropriate to wear knitted models decorated with pompoms, fur or lacing, while in spring or summer, openwork lace or thin nylon wardrobe details are more acceptable.
Boots and gaiters
For autumn and winter this season, the trend is a combination of boots and leggings.
- in a sporty chic style, you can wear sports-style boots with sports or knitted leg warmers;
- You can add volume to thin legs with knitted, high stockings, combining them with neat, elegant boots and bright tights; in this case, it is better not to choose heavy shoes with grooved soles;
- with shoes without heels or on a low platform, you can wear bright, textured, knitted stockings, spreading them evenly over the leg with an overlap over the shoes or laying them out in an elegant “accordion”;
- Closed shoes, ankle boots and boots with heels are also suitable, and leg warmers can even be worn with a slouch on the heel;
- for a classic look, you should choose leggings that match the color of your shoes;
- in lace-up boots - favorite new items of the season - leg warmers are tucked in;
- for youth style, heavy, army, biker, or tractor-soled boots are suitable, but leg warmers, in order to draw attention to incredible shoes, are black or subdued tones;
- high or low laconic low shoes can be worn over a product with a pattern or ornament;
- If the top of high boots fits your leg tightly, you can take voluminous knitted ones and make playful folds.
Other types of wearing leggings
In addition to the classic options, there are also unconventional ways to combine accessories. For example, if you remember, for informal girls, red and gray leggings became almost a uniform; they were worn with any shoes, tutu skirts, leggings, tights, dresses, torn jeans.
Photo – Hand gaiters
Striped models are especially popular. Depending on the volume of your legs, you need to choose the right stripes. For chubby girls, vertical prints are preferable; for thin girls, it is better to choose horizontal patterns. Often, knee-length leggings were framed at the ends with fringe, cords, lace and other decorative elements.
Leg warmers, boots and dress
Now it has become very fashionable to wear leg warmers with boots and a dress, and the options for bows are very different:
- under a delicate dress, boldly choose heavy boots and black high stockings - a youthful, defiant style;
- under a laconic dress, wear intriguing openwork or decorated leggings and formal shoes - the hostess is not lacking in originality;
- for a classic office style, it is better to take everything elegant: a formal sheath dress, cotton or knitted leg warmers in pastel colors and classic boots with heels or a small platform.
Rule. The longer the leggings, the shorter the dress or skirt.
So, if you plan to wear leg warmers in winter, then you should choose warmer models and also add thick tights. At the same time, you can experiment in every possible way, both with shoes and with leggings. The main thing is that the image is harmonious, and the selected clothes give a feeling of comfort.
Nowadays, a variety of leg warmers are in trend, which all fashionistas wear with pleasure. The modern range amazes with its color palette, materials and beautiful decor.
Children's stockings
In addition to golf for adults, there are also leg warmers for children, their examples are very cute, the main function of such an accessory is to warm the child, insulate pants or shoes. Therefore, fur models, with fleece or simply fluffy, are often used as such clothing.
Photo – Children's leg warmers
They are worn on leggings, pants, boots, under skirts and dresses. This is now very fashionable and practical, especially considering that you can crochet leggings yourself, without any special knowledge or expense.
Leg warmers are considered an unusual and fashionable accessory for a woman's wardrobe. They can have different lengths and designs. In any case, it is necessary to choose the right clothes in combination with these products. So, some girls don’t know what to wear with above-the-knee leggings. Our article will help reveal the secrets of fashionable combinations of things. A photo selection of modern images will clearly demonstrate how to wear long leg warmers.
Combination of color and texture
Let's look at what types of leggings there can be:
- long - above the knees;
- short, with heels;
- slouchy;
- volumetric;
- tight;
- bright;
- plain;
- winter, insulated;
- summer - silk, etc.
Ideal for gaiters:
- ankle boots;
- boots, so that the products protrude 15 cm from the tops.
Important! You should not combine them with UGG boots.
Please note:
- Models with high heels are now popular.
- Knitted ones are good with knitted clothes.
- Cardigans and sweaters make an excellent combination if they are matched or matched with a hat and scarf.
- Those products that are longer will fit perfectly with a small dress.
If your figure is impeccable, experiment: with contrasting colors, prints, accordion. If you have beautiful legs, why not highlight them. You will always feel your femininity, and in winter you will be warm and comfortable.
With a miniskirt
Leg warmers look great with miniskirts in any style. It depends on what you put on your feet. If the skirt is made of guipure or velvet, wear it with a black version and a stiletto heel.
We combine knitted ones, and even with a pattern, with caution - we don’t need too much!
In addition to skirts, we use combinations with dresses, tunics , etc.
Important! If the product is printed, the skirt should be the same color, and vice versa.
Some tips
- When purchasing, first of all, you need to pay attention to the composition: the optimal elastane content is in the range of 7–15%.
- Must be selected strictly according to size.
- Thick models made from natural fabrics will keep you warm in cool weather, but will reduce the “feel of the ball.”
But in fact, it is not so important which leg warmers and how to wear them. As Zinedine Zidane said: “The most important thing is that Bale is ready to play. The holes are his own business.”
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