Ann.without.an.e Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I have considered this a real possibility. I just don't want to wear anything else these days. I could put on a dressy top and cute boots if I need to look a bit nicer, right? It seems that my uniform these days is leggings and a baggy top. This isn't good, right? 10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 You have been assimilated. (It's the comfort, right?) 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I agree. The majority of my day clothes are leggings and cute tops (at least I hope other think they're cute). If I'm not wearing leggings, I'm wearing tennis outfits, hiking outfits (which are typically sturdier leggings paired with wool socks and hiking boots), or work out clothes (which are either capris and a work out shirt or a skort and a work out shirt). I am so thankful leggings and boots are still in fashion and I hope it continues for another couple of years until I no longer have to work and then what I wear on most days won't matter. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dmmetler Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) I live in leggings and tunics or leggings, t-shirts, and skirts. The only exception is when we're out herping when I put up with jeans for the sake of my epidermis. Edited May 7, 2017 by dmmetler 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I do now as well because I split my runs into morning, afternoon, and evening. But I got these Athleta hybrid hiking/running leggings with pockets so if I changed shoes I could actually look like I was going to work. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaConquest Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) Wait until you start living in flip flops too. There's no going back. Edited May 7, 2017 by SeaConquest 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IfIOnly Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Wait until you start living I'm flip flops too. There's no going back. Hahaha. I bought a bunch of different colors last year when Old Navy had a $2 a pair sale. :) It's only warm enough for them less than half the year here though. :( 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinaPagnato Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Except...summer is coming. And it gets hot, hot, hot and humid here. What is the summer equivalent to leggings? :001_unsure: 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myfunnybunch Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Except...summer is coming. And it gets hot, hot, hot and humid here. What is the summer equivalent to leggings? :001_unsure: Skirts. Skorts. The comfy kind that you can wear over leggings when it's cooler, and alone when it gets h-o-t. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HTRMom Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 A good fraction of the population will consider it inappropriate and some might judge you. If you are in a position not to need the approval of others, then do whatever you want. I do not believe that you will ever look dressy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ravin Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 I support life in leggings as a legitimate choice. You go do you. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) No. Leggings ain't pants. Honestly, I don't care. But I'm not wearing leggings in public. Nobody could handle this a$$ in leggings. Edited May 7, 2017 by Moxie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GinaPagnato Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 No. Leggings ain't pants. Honestly, I don't care. But I'm not wearing leggings in public. Nobody could handle this a$$ in leggings. Tunics, girl, tunics. They cover a MULTITUDE of sins. 14 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xuzi Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Except...summer is coming. And it gets hot, hot, hot and humid here. What is the summer equivalent to leggings? :001_unsure: Capri-length leggings. ;) Also skirts. 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SeaConquest Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 (edited) A good fraction of the population will consider it inappropriate and some might judge you. If you are in a position not to need the approval of others, then do whatever you want. I do not believe that you will ever look dressy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Bwahaha. Are you for real? Please tell me this is sarcasm. Edited May 7, 2017 by SeaConquest 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Bwahaha. Are you for real? Please tell me this is sarcasm. It's ok. I'm in a position that doesn't need the approval of others. Though technically I don't wear leggings. I wear flowing pajama bottoms. 20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Capri leggings for summer. I bought a couple of tunic length dresses because, yeah, my booty ain't going without coverage. These are thin, but soft and very t-shirt like. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY6EYSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 No. Leggings ain't pants. Honestly, I don't care. But I'm not wearing leggings in public. Nobody could handle this a$$ in leggings. That's what the sweaters and tunics are for 😊 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 A good fraction of the population will consider it inappropriate and some might judge you. If you are in a position not to need the approval of others, then do whatever you want. I do not believe that you will ever look dressy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk I support your right to feel this way but I can't "like" this post 😂 Bwahaha 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 Capri leggings for summer. I bought a couple of tunic length dresses because, yeah, my booty ain't going without coverage. These are thin, but soft and very t-shirt like. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY6EYSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Super cute! Have you tried any of the cute legging brands on amazon? I've been eyeing a few. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 A good fraction of the population will consider it inappropriate and some might judge you. If you are in a position not to need the approval of others, then do whatever you want. I do not believe that you will ever look dressy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk The fraction of the population who feels all judgy over my attire can stuff it. A good fraction of the population agrees with me. I love title IX dresses for summer. They are cooler than shorts and a lot of them can be worn braless and if I sweat or get caught in the rain, they dry in a flash. Toss it on with a pair of flip flops and I'm good to go. 22 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) I have a Nic and Zoe skirt that I LOVE for summer. It's crazily versatile. I can wear hose and a jacket and flats with it and it works for a professional meeting. I can wear a dressy top with it for a date night. And I can wear it with flip flops and a tshirt for casual use, and even go hiking in it. It's knee length, and dusty dark navy blue, and it has enough of a swirl to stay out of my way but drapes so well that it doesn't add bulk. It has a very narrow elastic waist that is utterly disguised--none of that typical bunching is even possible. I've had it for 6-7 years, and it's still going strong. Unbelievable. And it's washable. That's my go to all summer long. ETA: Whew, it's a lot more expensive now than when I bought one. Here it is in a different color: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/niczoetwirl-flirt-paneled-skirt-plus-size/4109049?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashioncolor=BLACK%20ONYX Edited May 8, 2017 by Carol in Cal. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 A good fraction of the population will consider it inappropriate and some might judge you. If you are in a position not to need the approval of others, then do whatever you want. I do not believe that you will ever look dressy. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Inappropriate for what exactly? Dressy? The OP didn't say anything about being 'dressy'. She said she adds a cute scarf, boots, accessories, to look nice. I don't think she's going for wedding attire or something to wear while meeting her attorney or appearing on TV to accept her Academy Award. I'm thinking she's talking about going out to dinner with friends or DH, or running to the doctor's office, or heading out to the bookstore as opposed to running after toddlers, cleaning up cat vomit, and working the algebra problem for the 346th time so her junior higher can finally understand the example and attempt one on his own. I went shopping on Michigan Avenue in Chicago and the majority of women were wearing leggings with long boots. That's the day I realized black leggings and brown boots can look pretty darned good together if paired with the correct shirt. Oooh, I just googled 'dressy leggings outfits' and wish I would have done it earlier this year. There are some great ideas on Pinterest, esp for women over 40. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I would like life in leggings. I'm trying to figure out how to survive another summer with temperatures over 100 for days (sometimes weeks on end). It was bad enough a couple years ago when I could still wear (and look nice) in sleeveless and shorter shorts. Now, post menopause and 55, gravity is making me rethink those sundresses and shorts. But, I cannot bear the thought of leggings, pants, slacks, etc. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HollyDay Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) not sure why the double post.... Edited May 8, 2017 by HollyDay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) I would like life in leggings. I'm trying to figure out how to survive another summer with temperatures over 100 for days (sometimes weeks on end). It was bad enough a couple years ago when I could still wear (and look nice) in sleeveless and shorter shorts. Now, post menopause and 55, gravity is making me rethink those sundresses and shorts. But, I cannot bear the thought of leggings, pants, slacks, etc. I wear knee-length skirts with this style of slip underneath: http://www.essentialapparel.com/p/vanity-fair-underglows-pettileg?gclid=Cj0KEQjwi7vIBRDpo9W8y7Ct6ZcBEiQA1CwV2My3XQ4IC14KFA3Ii6EXSEiY95rbqzLmOp3-idleqT8aArMb8P8HAQ#9153 It's slip material, but as shorts. If the wind blows, the slip stays in place. My thighs don't rub together. The slip shorts don't ride up. It's perfect. I can wear skirts with a plain t-shirt and sandals. Very comfy and airy and I look pulled together for my age. I'm 44 and if I was svelte, I could still wear sundresses and shorts, but I'm not. The skirts hide a lot and I hated wearing them until I found those slip shorts. I bought mine at Kohls. I had to find the slip section and then rifle through the racks. The shorts were mixed in with the regular skirt-style slips, but they were there. And now I don't mind if it's windy and I don't have to worry about my thighs rubbing. I used to dread summer clothes, but not anymore. :) And I've been behind the times because I just started wanting to wear leggings when spring hit, but now it's too late to buy a bunch of winter clothes. I'll join the legging train in the fall when it gets cold again and treat myself to some leggings and tunic tops. Edited May 8, 2017 by Garga 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Just Kate Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Capri leggings for summer. I bought a couple of tunic length dresses because, yeah, my booty ain't going without coverage. These are thin, but soft and very t-shirt like. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY6EYSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Love this dress! Silly question, but do you wear leggings with it? What style of shoes? I wear leggings in the winter...but I only know how to wear them with boots. Would love a dress like this for this summer though! (if I can figure out how to wear it) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barb_ Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I really like that dress/tunic too. I think I may grab one. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aura Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I'm right there with you! I've made the switch and loving it. Super, super comfy! For the summer, capri leggings and long, flowing sleeveless tunics are my "uniform." And I've gotten so many compliments since I started wearing them! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Inappropriate for what exactly? Dressy I'll confess I was thinking the same thing. Leggings and a long style shirt or dress is more modest than a lot of tight jeans and tops I see. My legs are completely covered, which is less skin than a skirt. That is, if I cared what that small percent of judgemental people were thinking. And it is that - a small fraction. Edited May 8, 2017 by Attolia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aura Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I would like life in leggings. I'm trying to figure out how to survive another summer with temperatures over 100 for days (sometimes weeks on end). It was bad enough a couple years ago when I could still wear (and look nice) in sleeveless and shorter shorts. Now, post menopause and 55, gravity is making me rethink those sundresses and shorts. But, I cannot bear the thought of leggings, pants, slacks, etc. If you really want to give it a go, try the shapewear style leggings. Not because you need "shaping" (your body is beautiful the way it is!) but because they offer more support. If you have a store that's good about returns, save your receipt, wear it a day or two to give it a good try, and if you don't like it, return it. ---I do this with Kohls and Amazon (Amazon for only items marked "free returns"). 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aura Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Capri leggings for summer. I bought a couple of tunic length dresses because, yeah, my booty ain't going without coverage. These are thin, but soft and very t-shirt like. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MY6EYSO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Here's one I put in my Amazon cart. Very similar, but sleeveless! I love the purple. And free returns! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teachermom2834 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I have just crossed over to leggings after resisting a long time. Where do you legging fans buy your leggings? I am thinking inexpensive in darker colors (not Lularoe or whatever that is!) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clemsondana Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I've gotten a couple of pairs of the Viv company leggings from amazon - inexpensive, comfy, and the ones that have been washed 4 times still look good. I wear them with the dresses that are just above the knee and flip-flops. I just discovered them and love the way that they feel - it's a nice change from my usual summer 'need something decent to be seen in public' uniform of either a maxi skirt or else sport knit capris from lands end. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Granny_Weatherwax Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I bought almost all of mine from Kohls. I'm not a shopper and I'm highly self-conscious about my body so that limits my options. I do have one pair of Lularoe that my DGD gaveme for Christmas. They are comfortable but not something I would spend that much money on. I might change my mind though if I had a solid colored pair. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Zella leggings are really 'pants'. They are a bit more heavy than other brands, and they shape you a bit, so they are very slimming. They are available in ankle and capri lengths. Lularoe are the most comfortable leggings I have ever been in. They feel like butter. So luxurious to be inside of them. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Zella leggings are really 'pants'. They are a bit more heavy than other brands, and they shape you a bit, so they are very slimming. They are available in ankle and capri lengths. Lularoe are the most comfortable leggings I have ever been in. They feel like butter. So luxurious to be inside of them. Everyone says this. What does that even mean?!? I would imagine butter to be uncomfortable on my legs?? 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Everyone says this. What does that even mean?!? I would imagine butter to be uncomfortable on my legs?? OMGosh, they are just ridiculously good feeling. I don't know how else to say it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 "If it doesn't feel like pajamas I don't want to wear it." That's my new motto in life. If I have a dance class that day (and this is most days) I think it's "practical" to just wear dance pants all day long. I have more dance pants than regular pants. A collection of black yoga pants plus a lot of really cut bellydancer pants that have things like little skirts attached at the waist. One pair I call my 'naked pants' because I can barely feel them. Honestly, black pants look like black pants look like black pants. They tend to disappear especially if you're wearing a longer top. There is no reason for them not to be comfortable. In the summer I switch to skirts that are just above the knee and wear lightweight bike/booty shorts under them in case there's an unfortunate gust of wind. Sometimes I wear cotton sundresses. There's just no good radon to wear uncomfortable clothes. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Mist Academy Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I do now as well because I split my runs into morning, afternoon, and evening. But I got these Athleta hybrid hiking/running leggings with pockets so if I changed shoes I could actually look like I was going to work. Do you have a link to these? I tried to find them on the Athleta website, but must be overlooking them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Peregrine Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Costco has very comfortable and soft leggings. Black only but 2 for less than $20. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Love this dress! Silly question, but do you wear leggings with it? What style of shoes? I wear leggings in the winter...but I only know how to wear them with boots. Would love a dress like this for this summer though! (if I can figure out how to wear it) In the winter I would wear them with tall boots and a sweater coat that I bought at thrift store. I also done black leggings with these Bogs boots. I have brown and navy dresses. For the summer, I have capri leggings, plus a pair of gauzey capri pants, also bought at a thrift store. I have either sandals or loafer-type flats to wear with them. If it gets really hot I might wear some bike shorts under them if I'm just hanging around the house. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AK_Mom4 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 I love leggings. There - I said it. I'm wear blue zebra print ones today with a long tank top and a hoodie (it's chilly this morning). When I go into the office, I love to wear this dress with a sweater and patterned leggings - very soft and comfortable. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B013EX4YE2/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=3I6SOBINRDB5L&coliid=I296L9IWNEK0FQ&psc=1 I wear either tennis shoes or boots with leggings. Since it's spring here, today I will wear my rain boots when I go out of the house (I hate getting my tennis shoes muddy). When it's hot, I wear bike shorts under skirts or knee-length workout-style leggings. Walmart has Danskin ones right now for under $10 if you like odd patterns (I do). 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 If you insist on wearing leggings (don't, they ain't pants!!), make sure you bend over in front of someone you trust. Sometimes they go see-through when they are stretched out. I'm making an assumption here (which I shouldn't do with the loose-moraled leggings wearing crowd) but I assume no one outside of reality TV wants to show the world her underthings when picking up a pencil. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 If you insist on wearing leggings (don't, they ain't pants!!), make sure you bend over in front of someone you trust. Sometimes they go see-through when they are stretched out. I'm making an assumption here (which I shouldn't do with the loose-moraled leggings wearing crowd) but I assume no one outside of reality TV wants to show the world her underthings when picking up a pencil. Technically they are pants 😂 Even pajama pants are pants. You know we aren't talking about tights, right? We are talking about the thick yoga pants material type leggings. At least that's what I'm talking about. Maybe I'm alone. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 Do you have a link to these? I tried to find them on the Athleta website, but must be overlooking them. I was going to ask for a link too! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyforlatin Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) Do you have a link to these? I tried to find them on the Athleta website, but must be overlooking them. I was going to ask for a link too! http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=591441052 Make sure to size up on the hybrid pants. They run small about 1-2 sizes. Extremely comfortable because it seems to make you stay cool after a hard run, maybe some wicking tech. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=138443042 Metro pants have large pockets on the back so that I can put my Nexus 6P phone in when I need to use both hands. I prefer straight-legged high-waisted yoga Metro pants with back pockets, just because you blend in better between exercises, but they don't have it right now. This would be the closest. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=711195002 Athlete has forever free returns which is why I felt comfortable buying from them in the first place. I don't like pants loosening up too much after a few outings, but Athleta seems to be made with some measure of quality. Edited May 8, 2017 by crazyforlatin 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodland Mist Academy Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 (edited) http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=591441052 Make sure to size up on the hybrid pants. They run small about 1-2 sizes. Extremely comfortable because it seems to make you stay cool after a hard run, maybe some wicking tech. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=138443042 Metro pants have large pockets on the back so that I can put my Nexus 6P phone when I need to use both hands. I prefer straight-legged high-waisted yoga Metro pants with back pockets, just because you blend in better between exercises, but they don't have it right now. This would be the closest. http://athleta.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=711195002 Athlete has forever free returns which is why I felt comfortable buying from them in the first place. I don't like pants loosening up too much after a few outings, but Athleta seems to made with some measure of quality. Thank you!! I sometimes wear skirted leggings from Skirt Sports when I plan a workout in-between errands or drop-offs/pick-ups, but there are times the short skirt isn't appropriate. The Metro Classic pants might be perfect. Thanks, again! Edited May 8, 2017 by Woodland Mist Academy 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 I sometimes wear skirted leggings from Skirt Sports when I plan a workout in-between errands or drop-offs/pick-ups, but there are times the short skirt isn't appropriate. The Metro Classic pants might be perfect. Thanks, again! Oh my... love, love, love those. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted May 8, 2017 Author Share Posted May 8, 2017 I don't know what I love more about this thread....all of the awesome ideas and moral support or the links to super cool stuff :001_tt1: 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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