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Grannybiz Sun 17-Nov-24 10:04:52

Hi looking for soft leggings for a large lady or some sort of comfy trousers or joggers

FoghornLeghorn Wed 20-Nov-24 22:50:36

Bilbodog

www.marksandspencer.com/suedette-high-waisted-leggings/p/clp60681525?color=DARKCHOCOLATE#intid=pid_pg1pip4g4r1c1

Ive bought 3 pairs of these and they are lovely soft and comfortable - wear with tunics. Only go up to 20 so dont know if that is large enough.

I’ve bought those. They are lovely.

FoghornLeghorn Wed 20-Nov-24 22:48:48

watermeadow

When leggings arrived my daughter said, ‘Remember they are a substitute for tights, not for trousers’
Too many women, not all large, wear leggings which show exactly as much of them as tights would.

What a prig! I’d have invited her to mind her own business. Daughter or not.

win Wed 20-Nov-24 20:58:32

kircubbin2000

Leggings do mot look good on larger ladies.

There was need for that opinion on this thread

Dempie55 Tue 19-Nov-24 00:56:01

I’ve just been buying leggings, so I’m in the know! I like Carolina Dress Room, very soft and comfy, but loose, more like pyjamas. Seasalt are also great, very cotton rich and comfy, but pricey. Yours (now includes M&Co) are great for basic black/navy- true to size. Being larger myself (size 20), I usually go up a size in leggings for a smoother, sleeker, less squashed sausagey look. Also, check out Vinted first - loads of brand new leggings on there at bargain prices - people change their mind, or miss the return window. I always look there first once I’ve decided on colour and brand.

KG1241 Mon 18-Nov-24 22:13:10

Well said smile

Paperbackwriter Mon 18-Nov-24 16:45:09

kircubbin2000

Leggings do mot look good on larger ladies.

There are various ways to wear leggings. Me, I wear them instead of tights, with dresses of whatever length. With same-colour socks and either shoes or boots they look fine on any size. Try not to be judgy.

ordinarygirl Mon 18-Nov-24 16:19:52

Whilst the leggings may be comfortable - I have a big bottom and don't think they look good on me. Personally, I think only those who are very slim look good in leggings UNLESS you wear them under a long tunic to cover the bum

HeavenLeigh Mon 18-Nov-24 16:13:30

M&S sainsburys yours primark all sell nice leggings some are fur lined

Musicgirl Mon 18-Nov-24 16:07:45

Also, many ladies become apple shaped as they get older. This very often means that they have slender legs. A long jumper over leggings can look very nice on these ladies.

JaneJudge Mon 18-Nov-24 16:06:40

mamaa

me wearing said leggings

i love these

i was going to suggest snag

Musicgirl Mon 18-Nov-24 16:01:19

kircubbin2000

Leggings do mot look good on larger ladies.

I have lipoedema, which means my legs, particularly my thighs, and bottom are large. I find that long tunic tops and cardigans over black leggings are a very flattering look. I agree that a waist or hip length jumper with leggings can look dreadful - on anyone of any age or size. It makes them look half dressed. However, when teamed with appropriate length clothing, they can look good on anyone.

Pippa22 Mon 18-Nov-24 15:18:59

Leggings are really unforgiving unfortunately as they are really comfortable.
I think it’s rather sad some of the sights you see out in leggings with short tops and you wish they had a mirror at home.
Poster ducks for cover but it is just my opinion !
I would never wear them which I regret but I have lumps and bumps and not enough confidence to carry them off.

Retired65 Mon 18-Nov-24 15:03:06

'Keep fit' not kit fit!

Retired65 Mon 18-Nov-24 15:01:54

That should be 'lovely to wear not 'love'.

Retired65 Mon 18-Nov-24 15:01:00

I have a pair of the M&S trousers mentioned. They are love to wear but they don't have any pockets and they weren't as warm as I hoped they would be.

I wear kit fit patterned type leggings for my keep fit classes and the other sort, black in colour, under my trousers to keep warm. They used to be called footless tights in the 1970s and I used to wear a pair for the dance and drama class I use to go to.

heavenlyheath Mon 18-Nov-24 14:41:50

I bought fleece lined leggings from Amazon. Very warm and comfy

MissInterpreted Mon 18-Nov-24 14:25:45

mabon1

I don't think leggings suit "larger ladies" particularly if you look at yourself from the back. Stick to trousers, straight or wide leg for preference.

And maybe many of us 'larger ladies' are more concerned about our comfort than what some small-minded people may think of us?

mabon1 Mon 18-Nov-24 14:16:16

I don't think leggings suit "larger ladies" particularly if you look at yourself from the back. Stick to trousers, straight or wide leg for preference.

Tree71 Mon 18-Nov-24 13:52:08

Try Llama Leisure. Beautifully soft, excellent quality and very reasonably priced

RakshaMK Mon 18-Nov-24 13:39:33

kircubbin2000

Leggings do mot look good on larger ladies.

And why does that matter?

I wear Llama leggings, up to size 32!
I'm also finding wearable leggings on Temu

Debz62 Mon 18-Nov-24 13:32:25

NotAGran55

Snag and Lovall have a large selection , different lengths too.

Yes I agree always buy mine from Lovall and they last really well too

MayBee70 Mon 18-Nov-24 13:27:58

I wear 3/4 leggings with trainers and trainer socks in summer. If I wear Crocs I still wear trainer socks.

4allweknow Mon 18-Nov-24 13:23:19

I'm always intriqued about wearing leggings. In summer not too bad but generally I always have cold feet with not wearing foot covering. In winter not too bad as boots can cover socks as long as the boot is high enough to cover up. How do others manage or am I the exception with cold feet. For large sizes, sure BonMarche has quite a selection of leggings, joggers both straight and cuff edged

welshgirl2017 Mon 18-Nov-24 13:08:16

Grannybiz

Hi looking for soft leggings for a large lady or some sort of comfy trousers or joggers

snagtights.com

yogitree Mon 18-Nov-24 13:06:19

Should say leggings and JEGGINGS.