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What to wear on my legs because I just don't know anymore

118 replies

slaybellsringing · 17/01/2022 15:09

I'm a sahm, my dc are all at school during the day.

I NEED to get out of these leggings. It's just not doing anything for me anymore.

Since skinny jeans have gone and died, (and let's be honest they were not comfy anyway), what's everyone wearing on their legs ?? I'm so flippin stuck! I do sometimes wear jeans but I find them abit uncomfortable around the house.

I'm not a huge fan of joggers, it's just not how I dress.

I need something comfy but stylish that I can wear in and out of the house. It this piece of clothing exists and you've seen it, please do share Grin

OP posts:
ShebaQueen · 23/01/2022 18:10

I wear these for wfh and trips to the supermarket etc. So comfy.

www.marksandspencer.com/jersey-straight-leg-trousers-with-stretch/p/clp60506862?color=BLACK

breakdown19 · 23/01/2022 18:11

@WellTidy

Saint + Sofia apartment pant - not sure if the link worked.
I had a pair like this for maternity they were lush! I can't remember who I gave them to. I miss them
CraftyGin · 23/01/2022 18:11

I wear thick black tights, to complement my skirt or dress.

icelolly99 · 23/01/2022 18:17

Have you tried 'walking leggings'? They fit like skinny jeans but have loads of stretch and are very comfortable. Try Peter Storm, Regatta or the pricier ones from ACAI.

NinaProudman2022 · 23/01/2022 19:17

Watching with interest but plus size and tall with a tummy. I find jeans kill me these days but could do with smartening myself up. Thinking of maybe trying the S&S apartment pants in black & navy (but think returns are maybe hard work). Also unsure about footwear that is comfortable, provides arch support but complements the look and doesn’t look frumpy or too young/trying too hard as I am mid 50’s.

chicken12 · 23/01/2022 19:47

skinny jeans straigh leg jeans wide leg trousers still would only wear leggings style things at the jym

godmum56 · 23/01/2022 20:09

@SliceOfCakeCupOfTea

I still wear skinny jeans
me too. they will prise them off my cold dead legs
cthbell · 23/01/2022 20:20

Hi, these look great! Overwhelmed by choice though. Which would you recommend?

BreatheAndFocus · 23/01/2022 20:32

Jeggings! I used to avoid them but I’m a total convert now. I have many pairs - denim jeans ones, black, khaki, grey, dark green, burgundy - I love them! Find a good pair, get the size right - and then buy up loads!

They’re so comfortable, but also look as smart as casual trousers or nice jeans. Nobody can tell mine are jeggings rather than ‘proper’ trousers.

Bobbins36 · 23/01/2022 20:33

Got one or two things from here, super comfy yet not quite as casual as joggers 👍

uk.saintandsofia.com/collections/womens-trousers

Sodullincomparison · 23/01/2022 21:40

I wear some nice jumper dresses and thick tights with boots at the moment.

Absolutely agree that skirts are in short supply.

Lastater · 23/01/2022 21:46

Can anyone recommend really comfy tights to wear with skirts please. I hate the feeling of regular tights. Would wool be better do you think? Off to Google Italian magic trousers!

Morgan12 · 23/01/2022 21:59

@BreatheAndFocus

Jeggings! I used to avoid them but I’m a total convert now. I have many pairs - denim jeans ones, black, khaki, grey, dark green, burgundy - I love them! Find a good pair, get the size right - and then buy up loads!

They’re so comfortable, but also look as smart as casual trousers or nice jeans. Nobody can tell mine are jeggings rather than ‘proper’ trousers.

Where do you get yours from?
Campervanlife4me · 23/01/2022 22:22

@Gonnagetgoing you've pretty much put my entire wardrobe choice on there! I love your suggestions. Guess I'm off to Matalan on payday for some new clobber.

RampantIvy · 23/01/2022 22:22

I have just bought these cargo trouser from M and S. I bought them in black.

Cropped wide leg trousers are no use to me in January on the edge of the Pennines Grin

AngelinaFibres · 23/01/2022 23:15

@IDidntKnowItWasAParty

PS I will never give up my skinny jeans! They suit me, so it doesnt matter what is "in style"
Me too. Went jeans shopping last Monday. Tried every style in my size with a regular leg in the very well stocked and organised jeans department of M and S. Straight jeans/ boot cut mean that I just become a rectangle from the waist down. No curve to my body at all. Just solid. Mum jeans and boyfriend jeans create instant weight gain everywhere and a really butch/ frumpy vibe. Skinny jeans give me shapely legs, nice ankles and flatter my bum . So sod what's in and out. I am unlikely to meet many fashionistas /Vogue editors in my home town so I will be sticking with them.
JangolinaPitt · 23/01/2022 23:22

@IWasFunBeforeMum

Cashmere leggings. Game changer.
Oooh -sounds interesting -do you have a link?
ItsRainingTacos · 23/01/2022 23:26

In this cold weather I'm really liking my knitted wide leg trousers trousers Grin (not the height of fashion but they're great with trainers, are comfortable and if it's really cold you can wear a pair of leggings underneath 🙊).

VioletRose91 · 23/01/2022 23:38

Mom jeans or midi skirts teamed with a nice knit jumper and boots/white trainers

WiserMe · 23/01/2022 23:49

Love leggings: they have Jeggings too, but need to size up.

Items come in longer leg sizes.
Very good quality in my experience

Dinosaurwoman · 23/01/2022 23:58

I like the sound of the jersey dress with tights, but what shoes do you wear with them? I normally wear trousers so that I can wear trainers as it walk miles every day

Jewel52 · 24/01/2022 00:08

Love both Next and H&M khaki chinos. They’re zipped but elasticated on the back waistband so super comfortable. I wear rolled up with chunky boots or sock trainers

Amberbelle · 24/01/2022 06:59

Snag tights! The best I’ve ever had, no tight waistband and plenty of stretch for my mum tum…..
snagtights.com/?gclid=CjwKCAiAlrSPBhBaEiwAuLSDUCDCAiJaTwzVhPxD_dlOih4gmp40CYUmecAd-5rnl9Y-XUxvdvUyWxoCkpMQAvD_BwE

Missyknitter · 24/01/2022 07:06

I'm an old fashioned girl. M&S velvet leggings. Or opaque tights. DH would prefer me in dresses every day but that's not happening 😂

Ilovemycar77 · 24/01/2022 07:12

@elizzza
Thank you so much for the links…. Just ordered the adidas pumps from your link. Haven’t even heard of Otrium before, what a fabulous price for them!

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