Snowflake Leggings + Utility Jacket.

Autumn/Fall, Fashion, Outfit Post, Prints and Patterns, Weekend Wear, No Comments

by Ashley

Ashley Style Blogger + Creative Director

Snowflakes, you say?

Indeed. We’re in November– November! I can’t believe it. I suppose it’s a good month to debut a pair of snowflake leggings.

The instinct is to style these printed sweater leggings cutesy, but I wanted to toughen them up. Combat boots, wherefore art thou combat boots? A simple white tee and a military-style utility jacket round out the look. Boom! Off to the salon for a trim + dip dye. (Darker ombré on deck for next week’s posts!)

Keep reading for some tips on wearing printed leggings (snowflake and the like).

military jacket, snowflake leggings, combat boots
Utility Jacket- London Denim (similar on sale!); Tee- Gap; Leggings- Boutique (similar here and here); Boots- Steve Madden
military jacket, snowflake leggings, combat boots
Utility Jacket- London Denim (similar on sale!); Tee- Gap; Leggings- Boutique (similar here and here); Boots- Steve Madden
military jacket, snowflake leggings, combat boots
Utility Jacket- London Denim (similar on sale!); Tee- Gap; Leggings- Boutique (similar here and here); Boots- Steve Madden
military jacket, snowflake leggings, combat boots
Utility Jacket- London Denim (similar on sale!); Tee- Gap; Leggings- Boutique (similar here and here); Boots- Steve Madden

Don’t shy away from a printed legging; they’re easier to wear than you may think. A few tips:

  • Pick a sweater-type material (over classic flat stretch) to minimize that shiny look when the legging stretches over your thighs, bum, etc.
  • Choose a darker color palette, which is easier to wear + most flattering.
  • If you’re not comfortable going full-stop thighs out, layer a longer tunic/sweater dress over the leggings to get more coverage.
  • Combat boots not your thing? No worries. Grab any ol’ ankle bootie in your closet, a classic ballet flat, or tall flat riding boots. Options are endless.

Happy almost-weekend!

Linking up today with Vodka Infused Lemonade, Glitz and Gold, All Things Pretty, Style Elixir, and Stylin in St. Louis.

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  1. I would never think these leggings could work, but they’re soooo cute on you! I love your legging tips, too! I’ll keep them in mind when I pick up new pairs for this winter. 🙂

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  8. Printed leggings are the best! I just treat them like printed skinny jeans!
    Love yours- they’re so pretty and perfect for the winter! And you nailed it with the styling! Great jacket!

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  11. YAY! You got printed leggings! Even though I wrote about them, I have yet to own a pair! 🙂 Definitely going to branch out cause you styled them SO well! Great look 🙂 Seriously, you a hottie!

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  13. You styled these perfectly- so glad you didn’t do it “cutesy” there’s way too much of that happening when people wear printed leggings! LOL. 🙂

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    1. Hi Cara, not a dumb question at all! If you’re worried about how the leggings look through the thigh, try sizing up. Sweater leggings don’t have to fit as snugly as a regular pair, as long as they still stay up. Also, maybe try pairing the leggings with a longer top? Think over-sized sweaters, tunics, or a dress. 🙂

  36. Really rocking this look, fantastic. Like many, I shy away from printed leggings due to lack of confidence but you seem to have it in spades! Good for you! I like the idea of trying it with a layered sweater. Stopping by from Vodka Infused Lemonade

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    1. Heyyyy, great minds think alike! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by! Should I do a demo? I’ve been kicking around different ideas for posts, this could definitely be it- thanks, lady!

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