Leggings Fashion tips for Women

Your question does not have a “one size fits all” answer. The short answer is, you’re never too old for leggings but, you’ll want to style them in a way that makes you look sophisticated, not silly. Here are some great examples that incorporate the latest trends.

When it starts to get chilly, and you want a little more coverage, leggings are a great way to transition your wardrobe from summer to fall. The recipe for looking fabulous in leggings over 40 is really very simple.

There are lots of leggings out there, but some are not as good as others. It's best to start with leggings that are fairly thick, opaque and have good stretch. Avoid the shiny look and go for matte leggings or you risk looking like a dancing queen.

You need long tops to wear with leggings to look elegant and fabulous. Here's a look at tops that work beautifully with leggings, and a few that don't.

Leggings are a great casual look for mature women, regular or plus size. It's all in the way you wear them. Here's some pointers to get you past your mental block.

Skinny pants, leggings and everything in between. What’s the difference, are they age appropriate, and what do you wear with them so you look chic, not silly? Here’s my thoughts…

You may be attracted to wearing leggings because they look so casual, comfy and perfect for the 40+ lifestyle. But how do you wear them in a way that doesn't make you look 1) fat or 2) like a desperate older woman? Check out these stylish examples of how to tastefully wear leggings or skinny pants after 40.

I’ve written about leggings before, but a reader wrote in to ask me specifically about women’s white leggings. She sent in this photo of herself and gave me permission to post it.  Jane asked,  “I wear black leggings all the time. Can I wear white leggings? Is this outfit o.k.  for a mature woman?”

There's a fine line between looking chic and cheap when you wear black leather leggings after 40, 50 and beyond; that's for sure! Leather leggings are, let's face it, pretty sexy.Getting the look right all depends on what you pair your skinny leather leggings with. Here are a few tips: