So what if a girl doesn’t shave her legs in the winter? It’s not like she’ll be showing off any leg in a miniskirt any time soon. That’s why we love leggings. Not to mention how uber comfy they are. Swap a sweatshirt and house shoes for a long, elegant sweater and heels and you’ve discovered the fashionable flexibility a good pair of leggings offers to a wardrobe.
But, as with any good trend, someone takes it too far. We’re talking printed leggings. Bright teal and lime green leopard print nylons, gingham-infused fishnets (yes, it has been done). Giant pink polkadots all over your calves and thighs. Excuse me, um, HOW is this flattering?
Here’s the skinny on patterned leggings, what’s hot, what’s not, and those we wouldn’t mind losing in the dryer…
Vertical stripes + black and blue + animal print leggings = 12,456 Hail Marys. Like the TV, print leggings add 10 pounds. So, unless you have 0% body fat, stay away from thick, bold prints on your thighs.
Pants are pants. Leggings are leggings. This is not paint-pants-on-by-number.
Now, this we can do. Tall black boots and a muted patternless sweater leave a little room for some flair. This small black and white floral print doesn’t bombard the eyes, but gives a girl some funky freedom.
When wearing loud shoes and a patterned dress, stick with a single colored- legging. A small horizontal pattern adds length to the leg.
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And wears this.
Regal purple floral clutch. We love the color. Shows off a girl’s fashion royalty.
The itty bitty polka dots add a bit of playful flair to a light pink or white sweetheart mini for a spring dance.
Exhibit A: Nix the floral print. Exhibit B: Orange retro. Gross. Exhibit C: Definite yes.
Manicure set for $2.50? Questionable…do the scissors actually cut?
Daisy Blond Mirror Compact for $3.50. Cute!
Luscious. We love it. $2.80. Steal.
“Happy Hour” lip gloss. $2.80. Sounds fun. Catchy name. Can we only wear it between 5 and 9?
I guess we thought they’d design a line of sacred script tattoos before fine jewelry.
So, word is the infamously bizarre Lady Gaga will make a special appearance on our beloved TV series Gossip Girl very soon. The current queen of crazy style told MTV the episode will feature Lady Gaga herself singing on screen. We’re guessing a sort of operatic story–something very avant-garde. Expect nothing less, considering Gaga’s shocking red carpet ensembles that, at first glance, made the press go “eh?” But take another look at Gaga’s unique take on what it means to get dolled up. We think the Lady’s got a look that’s gonna reshape chic with her theatrical performance art entertainment fused with funky fashion displays and mainstream pop culture appearances.
