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This winter, leggings have officially leveled up and I’m here for it. If you’ve ever struggled to make leggings look anything other than lazy, you’re not alone. Luckily for us this season, It Girls like Bella Hadid, Kendall Jenner, and Hailey Bieber are showing us how to make leggings look cool—not sloppy. The trick? Think outside the basic socks and sneaker combination that’s often the go-to for many. Bella’s been pairing her leggings with stylish puffer jackets and ’80s-inspired headband, while Kendall is opting for the model touch with tailored tops and unexpected footwear. These celebs are making it clear: when styled the right way, leggings are anything but basic.
If you’ve been caught in the struggle of elevating your leggings game this winter, take notes from these fashion icons. A little creativity (and a killer coat) can go a long way, making this cold-weather staple work overtime in your wardrobe even when temps are below-freezing. Below, scroll through our 5 favorite celebrity-approved leggings outfits.
With Furs
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WHO: Hailey Bieber
Leave it to Mrs. Bieber to give the girls exactly what they want. The Rhode business woman stepped out in a luxurious fur coat layered atop of leggings, the ultimate comfort-first pants choice. High-heeled, knee-high boots completed the look, proving leggings don’t have to be reserved for the gym or late-night errands.
Saint Laurent
SL 557
Herno
Faux-Fur Coat
Vuori Clothing
Allthefeels Legging
Mango
High Heel Leather Boot
With Hot Pants
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WHO: Jodie Turner-Smith
Leggings don’t have to just be black, basic and (sometimes) boring. Jodie Turner-Smith stepped out in an arctic white pair layered underneath hot pants, a black boat-neck tee and a matching wool coat. Black classic pumps completed the look, instantly transforming leggings from a chill-day outfit into a look perfect for going out in.
Le Specs
Magnifique
Dissh
Miles Cream Wool Wrap Coat
Reformation
Wiley Knit Top
Lovers and Friends
Tish Hot Short
Los Angeles Apparel
Cotton Spandex Jersey Leggings
Zara
Stiletto Heels
With Puffer Jackets
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WHO: Bella Hadid
Leave it to Bella Hadid to inspire us to wear our athleisure outside of the house again this winter. Armed with a puffer jacket, workout jacket and thick, ’80s-inspired cotton headband, the model’s leggings are peak functionality for her look. Her riding boots, though, take these leggings from post-workout to full-fledged ‘fit, adding an unexpected layer playing on TikTok’s “wrong shoe theory.”
FP Movement
Pippa Packable Puffer Jacket
Aritzia
Tna Chill Daytona Headband
Alo Yoga
7/8 High-Waist Airbrush Legging
Gap
Vegan Leather Tall Boots
With Riding Boots
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WHO: Kendall Jenner
Take a look from Kendall’s book—the model opted to wear her standard black leggings with a wool cropped coat, black leather gloves, and a fur-trimmed hat for a slope-side serve. Much like Bella Hadid, the addition of riding boots in lieu of running shoes make the leggings feel more fashion than fitness.
Annabel Rosendahl x NA-KD
Wool Blend Raglan Sleeve Jacket
Zella
Live in High Waist Leggings
Reformation
Frances Knee High Boot
Aritzia
Real Faux Fur Cuffed Beanie
Abercrombie & Fitch
LuxeLoft Slim Ribbed Turtleneck Top
With Shackets
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WHO: Tate McRae
If you’re looking for a transitional outfit in the later winter months, opt for a long, felted shacket over a bulky winter coat and leggings. Sleek, streetwear-inspired orange-lens sunglasses are also an instant way to elevate your outfit.
Quince
100% Merino Wool Shirt Jacket
Mango
Mid-Rise Skinny Leggings
Retro Super Feature
Black Caro Sunglasses
Adidas
Tokyo Shoes
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