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Do you wear leggings?

(159 Posts)
Charleygirl Sat 16-Nov-13 17:14:05

The only time that I would wear leggings would be under M&S's jogging pants as they are getting thinner and thinner.

Ariadne Sat 16-Nov-13 17:13:37

Fat knees!! I would love to wear them - I am always in trousers or jeans but think my fat knees might show, even with a long top...

sunflowersuffolk Sat 16-Nov-13 17:09:46

I think it depends what shape/how large you are, more than age. I don't wear them as my legs are much too chunky, and I am also too heavy on bum/thigh. I would only wear a long skirt and thick tights for warmth, but usually live in jeans and longer length tops.

If you are reasonable slim, I think they look great at our age. Warm and fashionable.

Grannyknot Sat 16-Nov-13 17:00:51

Me too. I also wear them with tunics or long tops.

glassortwo Sat 16-Nov-13 16:59:05

Love my leggings. smile

Marelli Sat 16-Nov-13 16:46:25

Granny23, you wear skirts, though (I've seen you in them wink), and that's something I'd like to start doing, too. I've got some nice ones, but somehow haven't got the confidence to start wearing them - but in saying that, a long jumper/dress and leggings has the same effect, doesn't it!

Marelli Sat 16-Nov-13 16:42:49

Yes - I've go them on now, mrsmopp! I wear them with long jumpers/short dresses and boots, and they are so comfy. I bought some really nice cable-knit ones from Primark last year in dark blue and also burgundy. I wouldn't go for the patterned ones, though! - that would be a step too far! grin

Granny23 Sat 16-Nov-13 16:42:28

I'd rather just have thick tights.

mrsmopp Sat 16-Nov-13 16:36:01

Warm, cosy and comfortable, leggings are very popular.
But are we too old?
How can we wear them without looking a fright??