Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with different ways to style leggings lately. It’s been a bit of a journey, trying to figure out what works and what doesn’t. I’ve got a bunch of leggings in my closet, mostly black, but also some gray and navy ones.

First, I grabbed a pair of plain black leggings. These are my go-to, the ones I wear all the time. I started by pairing them with a long, oversized sweater. It’s a chunky knit, kind of a cream color. I threw that on and looked in the mirror. It was okay, a classic, comfy look. But I wanted something a bit more… interesting.
Next, I swapped the sweater for a graphic tee. It’s got a vintage band logo on it, kind of faded and cool. I tucked the front of the tee into the leggings to define my waist a little. Then I added a denim jacket. This was better! It felt more casual and a little bit edgy. I liked this one a lot.
- Oversized sweater + black leggings
- Graphic tee (front tucked) + black leggings + denim jacket
Then I got a little more adventurous. I pulled out a pair of my gray leggings. I paired them with a flowy, white tunic top. It’s got some lace detailing on the sleeves. I thought this would be a nice, softer look. To finish it off, I added a long, pendant necklace and some ankle boots. It was definitely different, kind of boho-chic. I wasn’t sure about it at first, but it grew on me.
- Flowy tunic top + gray leggings + long necklace + ankle boots
Trying Something New
I decided to try something a little dressier. I took my black leggings again and paired them with a longer, silk blouse. It’s a deep blue color, and it has a really nice drape to it. I added a pair of black heels to elevate the look. This was a winner! It was comfortable but also looked really polished and put-together. I could totally wear this to a dinner or something.
- Silk blouse + black leggings + black heels
Finally, I experimented with a more sporty vibe. I grabbed a cropped hoodie and paired it with my black leggings. Then I added some clean, white sneakers. Simple, comfy, and perfect for running errands or just hanging out. I think I nailed the athleisure vibe!

- Cropped hoodie + black leggings + white sneakers
So yeah, that’s what I’ve been up to in my fashion experiments. I realized leggings are way more versatile than I initially thought. It’s all about playing with different tops, shoes, and accessories to create different looks. I had a lot of fun, and now have a much better idea how I want to wear my leggings.