I don’t care what anyone or any trend report says about black leggings, you would have to have to pry them out of my cold, dead hands to get me to stop wearing them. I know that sounds over-the-top, but I take my leggings collection seriously. The closet staple has had a presence in my outfit rotations as far back as my ‘90s childhood and carried me through two pregnancies and the postpartum eras for both. Now days, these versatile and comfy pants serve a more fashionable purpose thanks to their resurgence in chic, everyday looks among fashion people and celebrities.
With fall about to start, I set out to find a select group of standout black legging outfits for the new season. My favorite Instagram fashion follows did not disappoint. Each take I found incorporates a range of elevated basics and trendy pieces like oversize sweaters, a trench coat, a white T-shirt, black ballet flats, Adidas sneakers, mesh and studded Mary Jane flats, and more. Ahead, check out and shop seven incredibly stylish ensembles, all anchored with class black leggings.
Trench Coat + Black Stirrup Leggings + Ballet Flats
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ZARA
Water Repellent Double-Breasted Trench Coat Zw Collection
The Sak
Tess Sling Leather Bag
Gap
High Rise Ponte Stirrup Pants
These are bound to sell out.
Oversize Cardigan + Black Leggings + Mule Flats
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PRETTYGARDEN
Oversized Cardigan Sweater
Bring on the chilly weather.
H&M
Shopper With Pouch Bag
Hue
Reversible Ponte Knit Crop Leggings
These are reversible and turn into a gray option.
Oversize Turtleneck + Black Leggings + Knee-High Boots
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Emilia George
Crystal Mock Neck Sweater
ZARA
Body Shaping Leggings
Oversize Blazer + Black Leggings + Mary Jane Flats
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Open Edit
The Curator Relaxed Blazer
I’d also buy this blazer in black.
Nordstrom
Pima Cotton Blend Crewneck T-Shirt
THE FRANKIE SHOP
Gelso Oversized Tencel Lyocell-Blend Blazer
Another chic oversize gray blazer to consider.
AFRM
Jasmine Stirrup Pants
So many styling possibilities.
Schutz
Eiza Shine Mary Jane Flat
Turtleneck + Tied Sweater + Black Leggings + Loafers
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Marcella
Eloise Turtleneck Semisheer Jersey Top
A closet essential for fall and winter.
ZARA
Soft V-Neck Knit Sweater
Perfect for layering or tying around your waist.
Gap
Smooth High Rise Leggings
Gap’s legging game is strong.
Hanes
Crew Soft Moisture-Wicking Socks 10 Pack
It’s the perfect time to stock up.
Cole Haan
Lana Luxe Penny Loafer
These cool loafers are half-off right now.
Denim Button-Down Shirt + Black Leggings + Mesh Flats
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Open Edit
Double Curved J-Hoop Earrings
I love the yellow-gold version as well.
Free People
Ashley Denim Shirt
Denim shirts always come in handy.
MANGO
Shopper Bag With Buckle
Mango bags are top-notch.
SNDYS X Revolve
Cassandra Leggings
Coconuts by Matisse
Nolita Mary Jane Flat
Blazer + Black Stirrup Leggings + Adidas Sneakers
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Simonett
Oversize Charcoal Blazer
The oversize fit is so cool.
Splits59
River High Waist Airweight Stirrup Legging
More stylish stirrup leggings.
