How to Wear Black Leggings: Outfit Ideas and What Tops to Pair
What to wear with black leggings for casual, work, going out and the gym, plus what to wear over them and where to buy good black leggings.
Key takeaways
- Black leggings go with every color
- Long tops and blazers make leggings look polished
- Choose thick, opaque fabric to wear them as pants
In this guide
Are black leggings out of style? Not at all. Black leggings are popular because they go with everything, hide texture and work from the gym to the office. Here is what to wear with black leggings for every occasion.
Why black leggings are so popular
Black leggings are slimming, stay opaque, and pair with any color. They are the most versatile leggings you can own. Shop black leggings.
What top to wear with black leggings
- Casual: an oversized sweatshirt or long tee and white sneakers.
- Smart casual: a long button up shirt or tunic and loafers.
- Work: a long blazer, fitted knit and ankle boots.
- Going out: a bodysuit, faux leather jacket and heels.
- Gym: a matching sports bra or crop tank.
What to wear over black leggings
Long cardigans, oversized shirts, sweater dresses and long blazers all cover the hips and look polished over black leggings.
Can I wear black leggings as pants?
Yes, especially thick, opaque styles. Pair them with a longer top for a pants style look. For an even dressier option, try black flare leggings.
Where to buy good black leggings
Look for thick, opaque fabric, a high waistband and four way stretch. Our black leggings include high waisted, scrunch and pocket styles with free shipping on every order.
What are the best black leggings?
The best black leggings are opaque, soft and stay up. Look for thick, non see through fabric, a high waistband and four way stretch. Plain black leggings are the most versatile, while ribbed or scrunch styles add shape.
How to style black leggings in summer
Choose lighter, breathable leggings in a 7/8 length, and pair with a loose tank, oversized tee or linen shirt and sandals or sneakers.
Black leggings outfit ideas
What to wear with leggings? Tops to wear with leggings include oversized shirts, cropped hoodies, bodysuits and long tanks. A hoodie and leggings is the classic casual look, and a dress with leggings or leggings under a dress keeps you warm in winter. For outfits with leggings for fall, add a long cardigan and boots.
Black yoga pants, black flare pants, black biker shorts and black cotton leggings all style the same way. For leggings to work, pair black leggings with a long blazer and loafers. Shop black leggings.
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