Cute Outfits with Black Leggings that are a Cinch to Style
Who doesn’t love a pair of soft, comfy black leggings? However, many of us struggle with styling them. How can you elevate this casual wardrobe staple to create a fresh, modern, chic, and pulled-together look? Here are 21 cute black legging outfits that look fabulous and are a cinch to pull off when you follow these easy-style recipes.
1. Black Leggings with a Top and Scarf
One of the fastest ways to instant style with black leggings is to layer on a stylish scarf. A colorful scarf on a black backdrop adds texture, color, and personality to a flat-leggings outfit. Add a pair of classy riding boots, and you have a British-inspired equestrian look that is both sophisticated and comfortable. Tally Ho!
2. Black Leggings with a Shirt Dress
Here’s a great styling trick for creating a cute black leggings outfit. Suppose you can’t find a top you want, consider a shirtdress. Many shirtdresses with button-up fronts are on the short side, so they double nicely as long tops for leggings.
This trapeze-style shirtdress translates especially well, giving you a loose-over-skinny silhouette that looks fabulous and slimming. Add a pair of metallic flats and a cute bag that picks up one of the colors in the print, and you’re all set!
3. Black Capris Leggings with a Lace-Up Tunic
I don’t know what it’s, but there’s something that feels so right about a lace-up tunic paired with skinny black leggings. This adorable one, with its funky print and flattering 3/4-length sleeves, gives it a sporty feel. This tunic can be worn with long black leggings or capris. It really doesn’t matter, but I’d stick to black to make the top really pop!
4. Black Leggings with a Wrap
A turtleneck and a wrap, paired with black leggings, is a cozy yet glamorous look, especially when the wrap features faux fur, like this one. There’s something about the drama of a cape or wrap that instantly upscales anything, including a pair of leggings. Gold accents make it perfect for a low-key special event such as a holiday party.
5. Black Leather Leggings with a Bell Sleeve Top
Leather leggings give an edgy look to a black leggings outfit. They can be worn with the same types of tops you wear with other leggings, including bell-sleeved tops, which have been very popular lately.
The bell sleeves add extra width and volume to the top, which is always complementary with a skinny bottom half of an outfit. Mules are a great idea with leggings, and these studded leather ones mirror the rebellious feel of black leather leggings.
6. Black Leggings with a Long Cardigan
Here’s a cozy way to incorporate leggings into a casual look—team up a pair of black leggings with a round-neck tee and throw on a long cardigan. A long tee that covers your private parts is most flattering unless you wear heavier Ponte leggings, which are more like pants.
There are all kinds of long cardigans you could opt for, including a roomy grandpa style, a waterfall cardigan, or a sleek, straight, long cardigan like the one pictured above.
7. Black Leggings with a Sweater Dress
Just as shirtdresses make great tops for leggings, so do some short sweater dresses, especially when they are straight up and down like this cable knit sweater dress above. This is a warm and cozy look that works really well with suede boots and this tan leather bag.
8. Black Leggings and a Poncho
A poncho paired with leggings makes a super cute outfit for the weekend. It’s as simple as a long-sleeved top with leggings + riding boots, and a poncho layered over the top. How easy is that when you are dashing off the grocery store and want to look fashionable but relaxed?
9. Black Leggings with an Off-the-Shoulder Sweater
Leggings can look sexy when you add a slouchy, oversized off-the-shoulder sweater. It’s a great look for when you want to appear relaxed and sexy, and then when you want to feel a bit more covered up, add a chic scarf. Drop earrings are a must to show off that sexy neckline!
10. Black Leggings with a Sheer Tunic
You may have noticed some women wearing a semi-sheer tunic with leggings. These tops are more elegant and make black leggings look very sophisticated. This geometric print, featuring buttons up the front and bell sleeves, is truly original. Be sure to wear a camisole or light top underneath. You will spoil the look if we can see your bra through.
11. Black Leggings with a High-Low Top
Another type of asymmetrical top that works well with black leggings is the high-low top. That is, high in the front and low in the back. This also communicates a more creative vibe than a regular top. You can wear it as is with regular black or leather leggings, or layer it with a jacket, a long cardigan, or a more homey look.
12. Black Leggings with a Side Slit Tunic
The details at the hemline of a top can make all the difference in putting together a chic outfit with black leggings. A border gives it a pretty focal point.
13. Black Leggings and a Long, Silky Blouse
Black leggings with a long, silky blouse are among the most popular looks with readers at Fabulous After 40! I think it combines the comfort of a long, loose top with the elegance of silky fabric and a classic style. It’s casual yet classy simultaneously, and isn’t that what we’re all after?
14. Black Capris, Leggings, and a Tee
Most of the tops I’ve been showing you to create leggings outfits with have been long-sleeved, but short-sleeved options are fine too, and make for a great look in summer with capri leggings. This t-shirt-style top, with a round neck in a pretty pink shade, looks friendly and cute paired with canvas espadrilles and a lacy tote bag.
15. Black Leggings and a Black Floral Tunic
Floral tunics look great paired with black leggings and are especially stylish when they feature a dark base. This dark floral top with bold colored blooms is like a painting set against an all-black canvas. You can accessorize with all-black accessories to make the top stand out, or opt for a more playful look by wearing colorful accessories.
16. Black Leggings and a Draped Sweater
This is an interesting look for fashion-forward types who also want to feel cozy. Imagine wearing this soft, draped cocoon sweater on the weekend or when you are traveling. It wraps you up in style and comfort!
These are just a few ideas for cute black leggings outfits I have come up with for you to try. The possibilities are endless, so start experimenting and email me to share what you’ve come up with. I’d love to see any outfits you create for black leggings.
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