Lots of big jewelry because that’s my “look”. Decades of yoga have kept my butt taut & up where it ought to be & while I’ll show it off in jeans & a short moto jacket on occasion, when it’s upholstered in any knit, I (& I’m sure anyone walking behind me) prefer it hinted at but not seen □ Heeled sandals in summer, boots/booties in cooler weather. I keep myself in good shape (inside & out) & wear leggings probably half the time (jeans the other half), but am adamant about keeping my lady bits under cover of flowy tunics, long loose-fitting knit tops, sleeveless tops under open shirts, long tops under longer vests. I hated being told what to wear or do when I was a kid now I’m in my 60s I still hate it (of course I rarely listened then & still don’t. Thank you SO much for this, Jennifer! I am SO bored with people telling us older women we “shouldn’t” wear leggings past a certain age because. Thanks for reading and remember to wear what makes you feel confident. What’s your favorite way to wear leggings? Related – How To Wear Ankle Boots Over 50 Low-heeled pumps or sandals look great with leggings but beware of the stiletto which is hard to get right and can easily lean toward trashy. Ballet flats are another classic look think Audrey Hepburn. Choose boots in a color similar to the leggings to create a long lean line. So what do you wear on your feet? Knee or riding boots are a classic combination. Beware of extra bulky sweaters, which can make your legs look like stick figures and your torso look huge by comparison. Unbutton the lower buttons of longer jackets to show some leg. Try a knee-length cardigan worn open over a fingertip-length blouse. Side slits in tunics and blouses are great for elongating your legs and helping to balance the proportion. You’re going for length, not width and bulk. ![]() You don’t want tight, but too boxy is just as unflattering. I’M WEARING VELVET LEGGINGS HERE WITH A DRESS THAT FEELS A BIT TOO SHORT.Ĭhoose tunics with some shaping through the torso. Even the heaviest weight leggings look best worn with a top that’s long enough to cover your lady parts. It doesn’t matter how shapely and fit you are, leggings require a top that covers your crotch and backside. There’s nothing worse than sitting down and feeling your waistband roll down under your tummy. Choose high-rise leggings with a wide, no-roll waistband. You won’t sacrifice the style and they will be more comfortable. Leggings are meant to be snug but if they feel like a sausage casing, go up one size. On the subject of faux leather leggings, they’re no different than other spandex leggings and they do breathe and the best fit doesn’t feel or look like a sausage casing.
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