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Tracksuits are cool again, so here are 15 editor-approved tracksuits to wear everywhere you go
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Black leggings have always been a bit like the marmite of the fashion world; when it comes to wearing them as part of an *actual* outfit (instead of only your yoga kit), you either love them or hate them. But then 2020 came along, and suddenly every woman had to have a pair of leggings (or three) as part of her lockdown wardrobe. After all, along with loungewear and tracksuits, leggings rank right up there as the most comfortable items in our wardrobes.
True, their tight-fitting nature and tendency to appear thin (if you don’t invest in a good pair) can leave you feeling something like a secondary school dance student circa 2007 - not really the look we favour. But we’ve been on a quest to find the best black leggings that are both comfy and stylish. The result? An edit so good it will have even the most die-hard legging critics converted.
These black leggings are not only to wear around the house or the next supermarket sweep but as part of your wardrobe for days in the office, meeting friends and even an evening out. After all, stretchy, tight fitting trousers began regaining popularity a few months before the global pandemic hit and leggings are now following suit (with major thanks to influencers like Camille Charriere and Leandra Cohen). And now, luxury brands like The Row, SPRWMN and Balenciaga have all dropped pairs that ooze both elegance and comfort.
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Whether you're a recent legging convert or even if you've always loved them, styling black legging is a bit of an art. You’ve got to play with proportions, nailing the contrast between tight-fitting and oversized and considering leggings to be your base layer. On the top, opt for a chunky knit or an expensive-looking oversized blazer. Then layer to your heart's content, both with clothing and accessories. Designer handbags, layered chain necklaces and chunky collars will ensure your look is finished to absolute perfection.
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For a pair of leggings with even stronger style credentials, play with textures and shapes. Stirrup leggings that show off the slimmest part of your leg – your ankles – like this Leset pair - are gaining momentum. Then there’s this knitted pair from & Other Stories give designer options a run for their money.
Leather look leggings are another style-set favourite as the high shine finish instantly elevates these wardrobe staples; this Commando pair can easily transition from day to night. The best black leggings with cashmere can be found at Calzedonia, and if it's the best maternity black leggings you're after, make a beeline for H&M's Conscious Collection MAMA pair. Team with an oversized cardi and Birkenstocks and you'll be good to go.
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For the best black leggings with stretch, look no further than Spanx's Stretch Pointe pair, and for the best leggings on a budget, we love M&S's high waisted style, which also come in a range of lengths. And if you're on the hunt for the best black leggings to work out in, look towards H&M, Nike, Lululemon and BAM Bamboo Clothing.
It's time to cease thinking of leggings as reserved for sofa days but as an alternative to jeans or tailored trousers instead.
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