8 Things Celebs Aren't Wearing With Leggings as Much and 8 They Are (2024)

If you're like us, you probably have a stack ofleggings in your closet waiting to be paired with the rest of your wardrobe in fresh ways. That's where legging-loving celebrities and models come in. Comfort has undoubtedly been a priority over the last couple of years,as seen in the outfits of It girls everywhere, whichwill surely provide plenty of inspirationforwearing leggings in the future.

But sincecelebrities have been wearing leggings out and about since the dawn of time (basically), we thought we'd check in on what they'renot styling leggings with as much anymore. The classic item may never die, butcelebs are finding newer ways to style them, and we're duly taking notes. For example,Kendall Jenner went witha sleek look consisting of ashrugandhigh-waisted leggings, andJasmine Tookescreated a polished ensemble with a matching beige legging and tank set and comfy Ugg boots. No matter where you like to wear yours, you're sure to find a few outfit ideas for how to wear leggings in this roundup. Check out the looks along with ourlegging-outfit tipsahead.

Not Wearing: Cropped Hoodies

Wearing: Shrugs

On Kendall Jenner: ALO Shrug,Airlift Intrigue Bra($58),andHigh-Waist Airbrush Leggings ($88)

While wearing leggings and a sports bra for a workoutmay be a purelypractical choice, the light layer you throw on top to go to and from the gym leaves some room for a styling choice.In the past,celebsoften reached for cropped hoodies, but with athleisure getting sleeker in recent years shrugslikeJenner's arebecoming a go-to addition to leggings.

Not Wearing: Distressed Vintage Tees

Wearing: Simple Crew-Neck Tees

On Olivia Wilde:AdidasUltraboost 22 Sneakers ($190)

If you gothroughcelebrity street style images from five to 10 years ago, you'll spot a fair share of distressed and vintagetees that stars wore with everything from denim cutoff shorts to, yes, leggings. Such a simple combo like a T-shirt and classic leggings will never die, but we've noticed how the grungier tees of yore are being replaced with plain, nondistressed styles.

Not Wearing: Color-Block Leggings

Wearing: Flare Leggings

On Hailey Bieber: TnActionMini Bra($38) and Atmosphere Flare Leggings($78); PradaShearling Sandals ($1120); The Row Bag; Balenciaga sunglasses

Who remembers the era of color-block leggings? Plenty of brands were making them, and even more A-listers were after them.So, while classic black leggingshaven't gone anywhere, celebs who like a trendier look (ahem, Hailey Bieber and Emma Chamberlain)are now opting for flared leggings as the non-basic leggings du jour.

Not Wearing: DusterCoats

Wearing: Matching Sets

On Jasmine Tookes:UggSuper Mini Boots ($160);JOJALeggings

Legging outfits definitely depends on where you're wearing them.For traveling or running errands, it's all about keeping things as polished as you can make leggings seem. Layering on a duster coatused to be the go-to way to add some polish, but now, it's all about the matching set, whether it be a tank or bra that matches the leggings for one cohesive outfit.

Not Wearing: No-Show Socks

Wearing: Tall Crew Socks

On Bella Hadid:Yummie bodysuit; SalomonXT-4 Sneakers

Who knew socks, of all things, would become so trendy? Lo and behold, white crew socks are a fixture in the legging outfits of It girls like Bella Hadid and Kaia Gerber. Forget your no-show styles and grab a pair of tall socks that intentionally slouch down around the ankle. They're sporty, a little retro, and 100% outfit making.

Not Wearing: Ankle Boots

Wearing: Cushy Slides

On Lori Harvey:Re/Done x Levi's jacket; Lululemon Leggings; Bottega Veneta The Chain Pouch Bag; HermèsChypre Sandals

While I was looking back through the archives to research for this story, I was surprisedto see how manycelebsused to love wearing ankle boots with their leggings over the past decade since the pairing feels a little off in the present day. When they're not wearing sneakers, celebs are slipping into a pair of comfy slide sandals with leggings and a casual top—it's an ideal combo for a Pilates classorcoffee run.

Not Wearing: Bomber Jackets

Wearing: Fleece Jackets

On Kaia Gerber:FPMovement Hit the Slopes Fleece Jacket($148); Nike Sneakers

The bomber jackets that ruled the 2016/2017 era may be coming back in style in 2022, but funnily enough, celebs aren't styling them with their sporty legging outfits as they used to in those years. Instead, hiking-style fleece jackets are taking the lead, and they lend a more outdoorsy feel when married to basic leggings.

Not Wearing: Canvas Sneakers

Wearing: Retro and Sporty Sneakers

On Bieber: Prada Coat; ALOAlosoft Leggings ($108); New Balance x Aime Leon Dore 550 Sneakers

Since leggings and sneakers are the pairing thatalways makes sense, it's no surprise that the celebs would opt for the sneaker trends of the moment. Right now, that means retro and sporty styles by the likes of New Balance and Salomon.

This post was originally published at an earlier date and has since been updated.