Leggings

Are leggings more like tights or pants? Well whatever they are leggings were a very popular style in the 1980's. Leggings are a type of fitted clothing covering the legs. Typically leggings are made from lycra, spandex, nylon, cotton, or polyester blend. Leggings were originally made as two peices, one for each leg. Leggings are worn fully exposed as pants, or more traditionally worn with a large t-shirt, skirt, shorts, or a long dress. They are usually ankle-length but some have stirrups and encase the feet. Leggings are also worn when working out by both mean and women. Leggings became a part of fashion in the 1960's but it wasn't until the 1980's that it became a fashion trend. In the 1980's they became popular with the gym-style street wear trend. They were and still are a comfortable and affordable fashion trend that can be worn with almost everything. Even though many of the styles of the 1980's were not something that should have ever been worn, the leggings are one that I am glad has come back. It is a very versatile style that can be worn with everything, anytime.